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You probably wanted to get yourself a treadmill or thought about using one at the gym… but someone told you, "Why don't you run outdoors and embrace the fresh air?" This article will clear up all the hesitation in your mind!

Most people underestimate the benefits of running on a treadmill… but they won't do the same once you throw some facts at their face and stop them from demotivating you!

Run safely from the comfort of your home

A treadmill is the best for female runners because you don't have to worry about crime or street harassment issues. Moreover, it's also great for people with hectic schedules.

Also, you can run indoors even in bad weather. Once you get on a treadmill, snowy paths or the scorching heat won't stop you from attaining your fitness goals.

Running on the streets in such weather also increases the chance of a serious injury or sunburn. Moreover, running during the summer daytime can lead to a heart attack.

So a treadmill will protect you from physical injuries. Bonus: potholes and uneven surfaces can't interrupt your running.

A study was done at the Netherlands' University of Applied science about the risk of running outdoors. It shows you are prone to injuring your knee, lower leg, foot, and ankle if you run on the streets regularly, which brings us to the next point.

Get fit and lose weight without hurting your joints.

Daily walking on a treadmill boosts memory, improves heart condition, strengthens metabolism level, and reduces the chance of arthritis in older people. It also protects their joints from the pounding forces of nature, which are impossible in outdoor running.

Further, it lessens the impact on the knees, ankles, and hips. If you are interested in buying a treadmill for walking and running, go for compact treadmills. They are lightweight and will fit in small places.

These are best for senior citizens as it is extremely easy to move to different places. However, to make the best investment, you must keep some things in mind while purchasing a treadmill and using it.

● Make sure it is strong and has large side rails.

● Only use the handrails for support; otherwise, it can strain your elbows and shoulders.

● Don't increase the speed of the treadmill suddenly, start slowly.

● Don't use higher speed and incline simultaneously as it can lead to accidents.

● Always wear a shoe while running over a treadmill.

● Do not jump off a running treadmill.

Maximum efficiency will be ensured if you prepare for these runs accordingly to your age and weight. Finding great stretching exercises for seniors will ensure that you feel safe and at ease when you’re on the treadmill. Further, it will ensure that you are able to get the full benefit of your workout without risking any strain or injury.

Control your workout level and improve your performance

The best perk of running on the treadmill is that you can control the settings and improve your workout level. For example, you can select the speed and specific incline to get the most out of your work.

Treadmills also allow you to experience a walk in hilly areas through inclines and a run on flat ground through speed work.

The incline helps to develop your lower muscles and strengthens your body. But if you are running outdoors, you cannot accurately calculate the incline or what you accomplished.

Smartwatch can help you to a limit, but Treadmill gives you real-time feedback, which you can watch while running. Plus, if something doesn't work for you, you can change the mode to improve your performance.

Once again, this is not possible in outdoor running!

Focus on your running without any distraction

While running on the treadmill in your home, only your body and will can stop you. So when you get tired, you will eventually get off the treadmill.

But during an outdoor run, multiple distractions can ruin your running routine.

First and foremost, you have to share the road with vehicles. So you must always stay alert about passing vehicles. If you have a joggers' park around you, you might encounter unfriendly dogs that might chase you.

It can be scary and will certainly interfere with the flow. So, an indoor run on the treadmill is always better than these extra challenges.

Over to you…

Oh… and do you know that you don't need to carry your water bottle or towel while running indoors? Just place it in the holder or your locker if you'll train in the gym. So, boost your health and confidence and awaken your inner fitness freak by running on treadmills.

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