Quick keys
Quick keys on the treadmill’s console typically allow you
to change the speed level without having to delve into the console’s menu
system. Quick controls may also be
found on some treadmills’ handrails for quick and easy speed and incline level
changes.
Running Belt
The running belt of a treadmill is what you run, jog or
walk on. Different treadmills may have
different sized running belts, i.e. some may be shorter and narrower while
others may be longer and wider. The
shorter running belts are better suited to walking exercise and are typically
found on the lower-end treadmills, whereas the longer running belts are
typically found on the mid-range and higher-end treadmills to accommodate the
longer stride of running exercise.
RunSocial app
Some of the mid-range to higher-end treadmills offer
compatibility with the RunSocial app with which you can sync your own mobile
device (phone or tablet) to run alongside other people from all over the world
in real time, with a wide range of locations and routes to choose from.
Self-generating
power
A treadmill with self-generating power utilizes the
energy of your workout as you exercise to keep the treadmill’s batteries
charged up so you don’t need to continue to replace batteries or plug the
treadmill into an electrical power socket.
Sound system
Some of the mid-range to high-end treadmills feature an
integrated sound system on their consoles, incorporating audio speakers with
either MP3 connectivity or Bluetooth connectivity so you can listen to your
favorite music as you exercise.
Speed increments /
levels
Different treadmills may vary in their speed increment
changes, i.e. with some treadmills you may be able to increase or decrease the
speed range by increments of 0.5 mph while with other treadmills you may only
have the option of 1 mph increments.
Speed range /
levels
Different treadmills may offer different speed
ranges. Some may start at 0 or 0.5 mph
while others may start at 1 or 2 mph.
The lower-end treadmills may only go up to a maximum speed of 4 or 5
mph, making them suitable for walking only.
Other treadmills may go up to 6 or 7 mph, suitable for light jogging,
while the higher-end treadmills may go up to 10 or 12 mph or more, making them
suitable for running and higher intensity workouts.
Tablet holder
Some treadmills feature an integrated tablet / phone
holder on or above the console where you can place your own mobile device,
giving you the option for example of watching a movie or listening to music as
you exercise.
Telemetric
heart-rate monitor
A telemetric heart-rate monitor is a chest-strap
heart-rate monitor that connects wirelessly to the treadmill’s console.
TFT LCD display
TFT LCD stands for:
Thin Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display. TFT displays have a transistor for each pixel
and are used in some of the higher-end treadmills’ LCD consoles.
Transport wheels
Many treadmills have small transport wheels typically
mounted on the front of the treadmill, enabling you to easily move/relocate the
treadmill to a different area.
USB port
Some treadmills may feature a USB port on their
consoles. With some USB ports, you may
only be able to charge up your mobile device, while with other USB ports you
may be able to insert a USB stick to save and transfer your workout data to a
computer for example. Some USB ports may
offer the ability to do both.
User profiles
A user profile allows you to keep track of your workout
stats and come back to them later and carry on where you left off. The lower-priced treadmills may only allow
for 1 user profile, while the mid-range and higher-end treadmills may allow for
2 or 4 user profiles. As part of the
user profile, the higher-end treadmills may allow you to enter details such as
age, weight etc. so that it can deliver more accurate data relevant to each
individual.
User weight limit
The user weight limit of a treadmill dictates the highest
weight limit acceptable to ensure the smooth operation of the treadmill. If you’re over the recommended user weight
limit, then the treadmill is likely to struggle, resulting in squeaky jerky
movements and may even break down. If
you’re close to the edge of the recommended user weight limit, then it may well
be worth considering the next model up.
Wi-Fi enabled
Some of the consoles on the higher-end treadmills are
Wi-Fi enabled, giving you the option of connecting directly to the internet from the treadmill’s
console.
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