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How to Find the Best Treadmills

The treadmill is a great investment for your home. It allows you to exercise at your own pace, without worrying about the weather and the long commute to the gym.

A treadmill of good quality is an ideal tool for tracking your fitness improvement. Whether you're training for an upcoming race or just want to maintain your fitness level having a treadmill at home is a must.

1. Motor

When shopping for a treadmill, search for one that offers an impressive motor. If you intend to run more than 20 miles per week, and do high-intensity training, you should choose a treadmill that has an unstoppable motor of 3.0 horsepower. The deck should measure 60 inches long. If you are a beginner, or only need to walk or run occasionally, consider an option with a motor that is between 1.75 and 2.5 horsepower.

You should also decide if you'd like to opt for a treadmill that features a touchscreen and virtual classes or opt for simple models without the console. Certain models fold to make storage easier.

If you're looking for a modern treadmill with a sleek design and a plethora of features, take a look at the Peloton Treadmill. It's a bit more expensive than our top choice, but it offers a smooth running experience and a simple touchscreen. It also has a wide selection of workouts that are available on demand from instructors who are live and virtual. The incline controls are placed on the handrails. The quick dials make it simple to alter the speed and incline while working out. The only cup holders on this treadmill are made of plastic and only hold water bottles.

Another treadmill worth looking into is the NordicTrack Commercial 2450. It's a bit more affordable than the Peloton Treadmill, but it comes with a great set of features. With its iFit compatibility you'll be able to access a variety virtual workouts designed by trainers around the world. You'll need a subscription to access the app, which is included for 30 days and costs $39 per month after that. The treadmill comes with a 22-inch touchscreen as well as a cushioned deck. It can reach an maximum speed of 12 mph, and comes with an incline adjustment range from between -3% and 15% for a more challenging workout.

2. Design

The design of a treadmill is crucial, just like any other piece of fitness equipment. If you're preparing for a challenging outdoor race, you'll want to select an exercise machine with the highest incline settings that replicate the terrain of the outdoors. If you enjoy following classes, choose models with a large display and iFIT compatibility. This lets you access studio-style classes, virtual coach programmes, Explore the World scenic run, and off-treadmill exercises.

We also take a look at the ease of use of the buttons as well as the user-friendly interface. We also consider whether the treadmill can be folded and, if it can how long it takes to fold it. We also look at whether the treadmill has to be assembled and if that is simple and easy to do so.

3. Technology

The technology used on treadmills makes a big difference in the ease with which they are to use and whether they are prone to glitches. We take a look at touchscreens as well as user-friendly controls, intuitive interfaces and other features when evaluating a treadmill in this category. We also look at whether a treadmill can be folded and moved easily. This is crucial for those who have to often move their treadmills around or have to fit them into tight space.

We were impressed by the Nordictrack 1250 Treadmill's responsive speed and incline adjustments based upon past workouts, its long belt with a comfortable cushion, the iFIT integration that gives access to virtual coaches, studio-style classes, Explore the World scenic runs, and off-treadmill training options (though it sometimes had trouble with Bluetooth connectivity). The treadmill was highly rated due to its 22" color touchscreen that has sharp, eye-catching graphics and the iFIT compatibility.

Another treadmill that scores high is the ProForm Carbon T10. With 10" screen, it has on-demand live and on-demand iFIT running, walking and jogging content. We like the fact that the speed and incline changes are easy to navigate on the touchscreen, as are the ergonomically-placed buttons that allow for quick adjustments as well as the iFIT integration which lets you stream workouts from Zwift and Hulu Max (subscriptions required). It's only downside is that there are no USB or headphone ports.

4. Comfort

The best treadmills should be comfortable for the people who use them. For those with larger bodies and longer strides might be more concerned with the dimensions of the deck, and the amount of space it offers for running or walking. Others may be more concerned with ergonomic features like well-placed control of speed and incline. We also looked for extras that make it more enjoyable to use the machine, including front-facing speakers, a USB charging port, a small cooling fan, and plenty of places to store your water bottle or other accessories.

We also considered the storage options of each treadmill. Not everyone has enough space to fit a full-size treadmill. Fortunately, the majority of the models we tested fold up or have support arms that reduce their footprint when they are not in use. We tested how easily the machines could fold and store away and how long it took to set up, and if they were easy to move around on hard surfaces.

If you plan to run many of the trails in the outdoors, you'll also want to think about the maximum incline on the treadmill. This is a vital feature that will allow you to prepare for more difficult outdoor climbs by mimicking the ascent using the treadmill.

We looked for responsive touchscreens and a simple interface on each treadmill. We also looked at the design of the treadmill, and whether it was compatible with fitness apps from third parties. This helped us determine whether each treadmill offered enough features to justify the cost. A high-quality treadmill at home can eliminate the hurdles of weather or expensive gym memberships, and can increase your motivation to stay in shape.

5. Safety

If not properly used the treadmill could be dangerous. It's a large and heavy machine that has an incline that can move at speeds of 10 or 12 miles per hour. Avoid leaning on the handrails while using treadmills to walk or run. This can result in injury and cause you to lose your balance. A risk of tripping is also created by a cluttered area around the treadmill. Keep it tidy and clutter-free throughout the use of it and when storing it.

The most reliable treadmills will come with safety features such as a removable safety magnet that is attached to the belt. The magnet will break off and stop the belt right away when a runner falls off balance. This feature can safeguard the runner as well as others from serious injuries. This technology is usually found on treadmills in gyms. Home users should invest in one to lessen the risk of accidents that can occur on home exercise equipment.

When using a treadmill at home, it's important to listen for the safety "beep" that comes on when the belt starts to move and not jump off until the belt has stopped. Many people make the mistake of jumping off the treadmill before the belt has completely stopped. This can result in serious injuries. Also, familiarize yourself with the location and usage of the emergency shut-off switch.

It's important to make sure that the treadmill is shut off and unplugged once you're done with it. This will minimize the chance of accidental use by visitors or children. It is also possible to keep it in a separate area with a clear space around it to stop other people from accidentally touching it.