Treadmill Recommendations?

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Originally Posted by CyinCo

Won't happen at our place. We have an elliptical that gets used nightly and has for going on 4 years now. We are looking to expand our winter cardio options.

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I get plenty of cardio trying to get up the stairs at work.

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Originally Posted by tazgolfv

Pretty specific. Are you 20 inches wide and 55 inches long?

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Haha, no.

Those are typical dimensions. I've tried an 18 inch width before and it didn't work so well. Also, I'm 6'2" and I have a long stride so the 55" belt is a minimum requirement. I think there are 60" belts available.

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Originally Posted by GeronimusClone

I get plenty of cardio trying to get up the stairs at work.

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I work at home.

Save your money and run outside. Personally, I love running at night when it's cold outside. Plus, the snow and ice make it more adventurous!

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Originally Posted by Stewo

Save your money and run outside. Personally, I love running at night when it's cold outside. Plus, the snow and ice make it more adventurous!

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I can't stand running in the cold. I hate that burning feeling in my lungs. I'll run in 90 degrees and humid but not the cold.

Gold's Gym - new on 22nd in WDM. I think it's $100 to join and $35 per month (for an individual).

Plus - they have the cardio theatre. A huge high-def movie screen set off in a back room with treadmills and elipticals. Very cool.

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Originally Posted by djkent01

Gold's Gym - new on 22nd in WDM. I think it's $100 to join and $35 per month (for an individual).

Plus - they have the cardio theatre. A huge high-def movie screen set off in a back room with treadmills and elipticals. Very cool.

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We always had gym memberships until we moved to CO in 2004. I really like working out at home. Options might be limited but the biggest hurdle is going downstairs rather than getting in a cold car, driving there, parking, and then hoping equipment is available.

I've got that same model Sear's treadmill. It holds clothes quite nicely. :wink:

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Originally Posted by Jeremy

My wife had a bonus about a year and a half ago and was adimat that she should be able to spend it on a good treadmill at Sears. Anyways, we got one - even when I stated that it wouldn't get used - that cost around $800 (on sale from $1,200 or something like that). Needless to say, it has about a mile on it:skeptical:

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Originally Posted by CyinCo

We always had gym memberships until we moved to CO in 2004. I really like working out at home. Options might be limited but the biggest hurdle is going downstairs rather than getting in a cold car, driving there, parking, and then hoping equipment is available.

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That's funny, because I'm the opposite. If I'm at home, my wife is usually there. JUST KIDDING.

I'm better at working out when I make it an event. It's too easy to turn off the treadmill after a few minutes if I smell pasta cooking or hear the doorbell ring. Plus - I've made a lot of friends at the gyms I've belonged to.

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Originally Posted by CyinCo

We have an elliptical that gets used nightly and has for going on 4 years now.

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I have one of those too. :wink: I'm like you in that I love working out at home. You can't beat the commute, and my workout time is the only time I get to clear off the DVR. 2nd Wind has good equipment, but their stuff is pricey. Sears is probably a good place to get a mid-range treadmill. I'd look for one with a good motor and belt, instead of one with a lot of bells and whistles but a bad drivetrain that might breakdown sooner. 10mph sounds pretty fast. If you plan on running on it, make sure the treadmill is meant to be run on. I seem to remember that the low and mid-range treadmills are generally meant to be used only for walking, not running.

Here are a couple of good reviews. I think if you are planning on using it for serious, even semi serious training your price range is at a minimum 1/3 of what you need to spend.

You don't always get what you pay for something, but at the same time don't pay for what you get.

http://www.runnersworld.com/article/...-1-1-2,00.html

The Top 10 Treadmills Reviewed From Runner's World.com

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I picked up a nice one on ebay for $75. Works GREAT. Every bit as good as a $600 treadmill (which I'm sure it originally was). I got lucky, and found one that was local-pick-up not too far away.

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Originally Posted by becrisgreg

Here are a couple of good reviews. I think if you are planning on using it for serious, even semi serious training your price range is at a minimum 1/3 of what you need to spend.

You don't always get what you pay for something, but at the same time don't pay for what you get.

Run Anytime With A Home Treadmill

The Top 10 Treadmills Reviewed From Runner's World.com

Treadmill Reviews From Runner's World.com

Treadmills - Discussion Runners World Discussions

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I'm looking to run 2-3 miles 2 or 3 times per week in the cold months only. I'd still use my elliptical as well. I really don't want to spend a lot of money on something I'll only use lightly.

What about scratching the treadmill, keep using that elliptical and then mixing in a good plyometric workout? A lot less cash, just as good of a cardio workout (it not better) and is more interesting.

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Originally Posted by CyinCo

I've been to 2nd wind. They are beyond my price range.

Also, I go 160 lbs soaking wet so I don't need anything real industrial.

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I guess that was my mistake, but I try to use mine from 2nd Wind 3 to 5 days a week.

I here spinning is suppose to be good for you !

Man, if I had the trainers from The Biggest Loser, they would kick my *** !

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