Treadmills for Sale
Using a treadmill in a gym is a great way to exercise, as it simulates walking or running outdoors, but without the danger of tripping, the nuisance of traffic or the problems associated with adverse weather conditions. It is an aerobic exercise, with benefits including cardiorespiratory fitness, fat loss and muscle toning.
All of the treadmills for sale at Fit Hire have adjustable speed, and most also have adjustable incline, many have programmes to keep the training interesting.
For those with sensitive joints, fast walking is preferable to running, and the intensity can be increased by inclining the treadmill deck. This simulates uphill training, and greatly reduces the “shock effect” coming up through the feet. We recommend that a good pair of trainers be worn, and if you intend to run regularly, look for a machine with good quality cushioning in the deck, or one with an orthopaedic belt. Although gyms buy many kinds of equipment, a treadmill is more expensive to repair than most, so buying a high quality one can be good business sense.
Buy a commercial treadmill (running machine) for your staff to use on those cold wet days. Many small company gyms have a treadmill as part of the equipment list as it is such a popular way to keep fit. Leasing a treadmill works as a way to spread the cost of the equipment over several years.
Some of our corporate customers buy a running machine either before or after surgery as recommended by their doctor or GP. Building fitness prepares the body to recover more quickly after invasive surgery. And physiotherapists use a treadmill to assess patient fitness and work out what therapy is needed.
Features to look for on a treadmill include a well sprung deck, wide frame, clear, helpful console and interesting programmes.
The elderly or less mobile often prefer to walk indoors rather than going outside where there are hazards, so in a gym you will see some members simply using a treadmill for walking slowly.
We have running stores that purchase a treadmill for gait analysis. They video the user to assess how different shoes or trainers can help improve the gait - physiotherapists and occupational therapists work with this data.
Many GP referrals recommend using a treadmill, so buying can form part of an Exercise On Prescription programme. It is widely accepted that fitness training has benefits for physical and mental wellbeing, and helps to combat depression in many patients.
Commercial treadmills are bought for the long term, and with modern apps and video training, they are future proofed for entertainment during a workout. Management software is included in the club machines.
