Use of treadmill to get fit

[Tochs]

I use a treadmill for exercise but get back pain if I try to run.

Is walking at 6Km ph after a short warm up to burn 100 to 200 Calories per day as a start adequate. This usually gives a heart rate of about 115 pm at the end of spell usually from 10 to 30 minutes.

[John_W Graduate Ambassador]

Yes.

[Tochs in reply to John_W]

Thank you.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum.

Back pain after running could well be a sign of poor core strength and is not at all uncommon. Planks and bridges will improve this situation. Running strength is not just about legs.

I answer to your question, I defer to John_W who is much more familiar with treadmills than me.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

and includes advice on minimising impact, stretching after every run, hydration and strengthening exercises, all of which will help.

Enjoy your journey.