13 Crucial Things About Buying A Treadmill?

Treadmills have the power to revolutionise your health and fitness 🏃‍♂️💪. However, they do come with a massive time investment ⏱️, so picking the right machine is crucial to ensure the best workout experience ✅.

Before making a selection, it’s important to understand your personal needs regarding your fitness goals 🎯, comfort 😌, and space requirements 🏡.

There are also many features and specs to consider when purchasing a treadmill ⚙️.

We’re here to break down the essential components, key differences, and how they may affect your overall workout 🔍.

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What do I need to know before buying a treadmill?

TREADMILL MOTOR ⚡

One of the first things to check out when buying a treadmill is the electric motor 🔌. Not all treadmill motors are the same, so it’s worth understanding what you’re working with 🧠.

The horsepower rating, grading, and type of motor will dictate how you’ll be using the machine 🏋️‍♀️.

Our treadmills are fitted with motors ranging from 1.0 to 4.0 continuous horsepower 🐎.

A treadmill with a higher horsepower rating will be able to achieve greater speeds 🏎️, but that’s not all. The higher horsepower rating will also allow your treadmill to support more weight 🧍‍♂️ and maintain a smoother running belt rotation 🔁.

All of our treadmills are fitted with Everdrive treadmill motors 🛠️.

Not only is the power rating important, but the Everdrive grade can indicate the level of reliability and quality of your treadmill motor 🧰.

Motors with a higher age rating tend to come with better materials, better build quality 🧱, along with increased longevity and energy efficiency 🔋🌱.

There are three types of treadmill motors on the market:

1. Brushed DC Motors: These are designed for domestic use and will eventually require the carbon brushes to be changed as part of maintenance. Although this may sound daunting, they are quite easy to replace and only need to be done after years of use.
2. Brushless DC Motors: These provide more power with better energy efficiency and are generally smaller in size compared to brushed versions. As the name implies, you won’t need to change brushes on these motors.
3. Brushless AC Motors: These are designed for ultimate longevity and commercial use. They don’t overheat when used for long periods, are the smoothest in operation, and are the most durable. Brushless AC motors are the most reliable of the three.

RUNNING BELT SIZE

The next important component to consider when buying a treadmill is the running belt 🏃‍♀️🛝.

This refers to the rotating belt that you walk or run on 🔄. You want a running belt that’s compatible with your body and running style 👣, ensuring you have the right amount of space for optimal support and comfort 🛋️✅.

As you become fatigued during an intense run 😮‍💨, you’ll naturally move left to right ↔️ and be more likely to misstep. A wider belt allows for a greater margin of error and peace of mind 🧘‍♂️, knowing you have plenty of space left and right for those harder runs 💨.

Our treadmill belt widths can vary from 40 centimetres up to 56 centimetres.

In terms of belt length, longer belts are highly recommended for taller users 📐, especially when used for jogging or running 🏃‍♂️.

Taller users tend to have longer strides and may have bigger feet 👟, which use more belt length. Our treadmill belt lengths can vary from 120 centimetres up to around 160 centimetres 📏.

For those looking to jog, we recommend a minimum belt size of 45 centimetres in width by 130 centimetres in length 🧍‍♂️➕. For those looking to run, whether training for an event or doing cardio workouts 🏅❤️‍🔥, we recommend a minimum belt size of 50 centimetres in width by 140 centimetres in length ✅.

RUNNING BELT TYPE 🧵

It’s important to consider the running belt type as this will influence shock absorption, grip, and the longevity of your treadmill 🛑🦶⏳. Our running belts come in DuraGrip and DuraGrip Ultra 💪🛞.

• DuraGrip: Provides good grip, anti-static properties, and a durable surface.
• DuraGrip Ultra: This is our heavy-duty, high-shock-absorption upgrade for our higher-end models. It is a five-layer anti-static belt that provides noise reduction, shock absorption, great grip, and durability.

If you spend a lot of time on the treadmill, maybe you’re a long-distance runner, or you have a lot of family members using it, then you’re best to choose a model that uses the DuraGrip Ultra running belt.

CUSHIONING

One of the key benefits of walking or running on a treadmill is the shock absorption system 🛞🦶.

Treadmills have the ability to reduce impact on the body, making it easier on the joints compared to running on the road 🛣️.

Our level of shock absorption can be indicated by two grades: Shock Control and Shock Control Advanced ⚙️💥.

The shock control systems are a combination of a few components, including the thickness of the running deck and size of the cushioning elastomer points.

On entry-level models, you’ll find the basic shock control system, while higher-end treadmills will be equipped with Shock Control Advanced, which features oversized elastomer cushions and thicker running decks 💪🛏️.

SPEED 🚀

Lifespan Fitness’ range of motorised treadmills features a variety of speed options 🏃‍♀️💨.

Most workout treadmills start off at 1 km/h, with max speeds of 12 km/h. Mid-range models usually max out at around 18 km/h, while our high-end models can reach 20 km/h 🏎️.

Most runners will find 18 km/h adequate for all sorts of workouts, including sprints and interval training 🏁🔥. For those training for events like marathons or half-marathons, 20 km/h gives you a three-minute running pace, which is great for advanced runners 🏅.

Not everyone uses a treadmill for high speed. For elderly users or those undergoing rehabilitation, the minimum workout speed can be crucial 🧓🧘‍♀️.

A reformer treadmill can start from as low as 0.3 km/h, while most other treadmills start from 1 km/h 🚶.

QUICK CONTROLS 🎛️

Most models will come with quick speed and incline controls located on the console 🎮, allowing you to easily make adjustments on the fly ✋.

Not only does it make it easy for you to start the machine up, but you can also quickly change between warm-up pace, running pace, and cool-down pace 🌡️.

It’s also handy for HIIT workouts where you’ll regularly be alternating between fast and slow 🔁.

INCLINE ⛰️

Another way to increase workout intensity is by adjusting the incline 🔼. Incline is especially useful for leg development 🦵 and makes you work harder, so you burn more calories 🔥 compared to running on a flat surface.

Our treadmills come with either no incline, manual incline adjustment, or automatic incline options ⚙️.

The majority of Lifespan Fitness treadmills feature automatic incline, which comes with an incline motor that raises or lowers the running deck depending on your level 🆙⬇️.

This allows you to adjust the incline during your workout by simply pressing a button on the console or touchscreen 🖲️📲.

WEIGHT LOAD 🏋️‍♂️

All treadmills are tested for their maximum weight load 🧪. It’s important to note that maximum weight load is not the same as user weight capacity ⚠️.

Maximum weight load is what the machine is tested at with a static weight, so if a machine has a 130 kg weight load, it’s been tested with a 130 kg object sitting on the belt 🧱.

For the most reliable options, we recommend treadmills with a larger frame and a motor with 3.0 continuous horsepower or more 🧠⚡.

PORTABILITY 🧳

If portability and space-saving are important to you 🏠, then it’s best to look for a foldable treadmill 🔄. Our range offers treadmills that fold with Hydra Assist or compact walking pad solutions that can fold in half 🪄📦.

Treadmills that feature the Hydra Assist system come with a hydraulic strut that allows for a soft drop mechanism, making the whole folding and unfolding process incredibly easy 🪛⬇️.

Walking pad treadmills can be folded in half, allowing for easy storage under the couch or in a closet 🛋️🚪.

LCD DISPLAY 🖥️

Every treadmill model will be fitted with a screen that provides live data feedback 📊. Most models allow you to review your metrics such as distance, time, speed, and even an estimate of calories burned 🔢🔥.

Our LCDs vary in size across different models, including backlit displays, colored displays, or large interactive touchscreens.

PROGRAMS 📋

Almost all of our treadmills offer the option of selecting pre-programmed workouts 🎯. These programs guide you through specific exercises with adjustable speed and incline, making them especially handy for beginners 💡.

A guided workout can deliver excellent results without guesswork ✅.

EXTRA FEATURES 🎁

Another thing to consider when choosing your treadmill is which extra features matter most to you 🎧📱.

Some treadmills come with tablet or smartphone holders, built-in speakers for music, or even colored displays for video playback 🎶🎬.

FREERUN TREADMILLS 🌀

Not all treadmills are motorised ⚠️. One of the best running experiences from our treadmill range can be found on our Corsair Free Run treadmills 🏃‍♂️⚙️.

These operate without electric motors, allowing you to walk or run at any speed based entirely on your power 💯.

SUMMARY 📝

As you can see, there’s a treadmill for just about any home 🏡.

Whether you work out in your living room or in a garage home gym, each treadmill from is purposefully designed to suit different workout needs while remaining affordable for all.💙

Thank you for reading – “13 Crucial Things You Need To Know Before Buying A Treadmill?”! 🙏

If you have any questions regarding our products, simply reach out to our team — they’ll be glad to help 😊💬.