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Self-Powered Vs. Electric Treadmill

Regular physical exercise can improve your physical health. Purchasing a treadmill can help you by making a daily exercise routine more convenient so you may avoid going to a gym. Comparing the features of self-powered and electric treadmills can help you in the decision making process.

  1. Cost

    • Pricing for a self-powered treadmill usually ranges from $120 -$170, which makes it a good option when shopping on a budget. Electric treadmills can range from approximately $190 to several thousand dollars.

    Fitness

    • Keep your fitness goals in mind when choosing what type of treadmill to purchase. For self-powered treadmills, the user’s strength and consistency determines the speed, which may cause you to burn less calories. Electric treadmills offer fitness selections, which helps tone your muscles or lose weight.

    Features

    • Not all manual treadmills have an incline or you may need to get off the treadmill to adjust the incline. Electric treadmills allow you to adjust the incline while you on the machine.

    Storage

    • Keep the amount of space needed in mind when purchasing a treadmill. Self-powered treadmills offer a light weight and easy storage option, while some find electric treadmill models too cumbersome to easily store.

    Considerations

    • Because of the belt’s resistance, you might encounter difficulty when getting a manual treadmill to start, especially if just starting to exercise. Electric treadmills come in a variety of sizes; most electric treadmills will take up more room in your home than self-powered designs.

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