Running - Treadmill
Running on a treadmill will help improve your circulation and respiration systems. By varying the speed of your running you can also control the intensity you train at.
Body Part and Muscle Group
Running works the whole body exercise with all the major muscles being used.
Joint Actions
Running requires the body to perform many low impact joint movements depending on the speed you walk at.
Instructions
Carefully step onto the treadmill avoiding the belt while holding onto the handrails.
When both feet are either side of the belt work your way up to the control panel, still avoiding the belt and holding onto the handrails.
Attach the emergency clip to your clothing.
Press Quick Start and the belt will begin to move (make sure you are clear of the belt).
When your ready step on to the belt with your heel down and start to walk.
When comfortable let go of the handrails and swing your arms in an opposite arm to leg action.
Continue to walk in a smooth continuous movement.
To stop press the Stop button and slow your walk down as the belt slows.
Position your feet either side of the belt and hold onto the handrails.
Un-clip the emergency stop.
Dismount the treadmill by walking to the end and stepping off.
Progression: Increase the speed of your running, run for a longer time period or increase the incline on the treadmill.
Alternative: Cross-Trainer
Running
Running is one of the best ways to train the whole body. By running on a regular basis you can improve your circulation and respiration systems. Running will also improve you fitness and health levels and if done often enough and ober a period of time will help you loose weight and improve your muscle endurance.
Suggested Exercise Equipment
The following fitness products are suggested for this exercise: