Fun Podcasts about Treadmills

[CBDB]

Beginning of the months seem to always be full of possibilities, so apologies for the many posts that all seem to come in bunched at the beginning of the month!

And here is another one, I fear.

I've been listening to podcasts about treadmills, as I’m excited about starting a new plan with Treddy, my new, first-ever (!) treadmill.

So I just wanted to share a couple of podcasts that I found very intriguing in my journey to get the most out of my treadmill walking and running. And as a treadmill is the perfect addition to any S&F journey, and not all about running or walking, I thought I'd post it here on S&F.

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Podcast: Dan Snow’s History Hit

Episode: The Treadmill

(26/05/2022)

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This is a really interesting episode that looks at the history and pre-history of the treadmill. No wonder the name Dreadmill stuck, being used as a prison torture device before the exercise benefits were known! A fun and very listenable episode!

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Podcast: Runners World Podcast

Episode: An ultimate guide to Treadmill running

(05/03/2024)

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This is a really informative podcast about treadmill running. They go over some of the common mistakes and key advantages when choosing to include treadmills into your running or walking plans.

Common mistakes discussed:

• Standing too close to the front of the belt, “don’t hug the front”, which can lead to your form being off. Run or walk ideally in the middle of the belt, with plenty of arm freedom.

• Try to hold on to the handrail only when changing speed, jumping on sides, stopping or starting, but not during a run or walk, as this affects good form.

• Don’t wear too many layers, or make sure you have the right amount of ventilation.

• Be aware that you might lose your balance when your eyes are closed, e.g. when using towel (mind is confused as ground is moving).

• If using a screen (Zwift, TV, YouTube, Apple, Peloton, Exholon etc), if at all possible, put it on a stand at eyes level to keep good form when you are on the treadmill.

Advantages to adding treadmill running/walking to your fitness regime

• You can run to podcast, music, TV, etc

• Some of the prebuilt workouts are not bad, specifically those with services such as Apple Fitness, Peloton, Echolon

• For long-distance runners, you can try out nutritional regime (gels), as the facilities are near by. (Or more exciting experiments: eat a pizza in the treadmill! “Real ultra stuff” 🤣)

• It has a more forgiving surface, better for knees

• Great when coming off the injury couch. You can hop on and off, when you are not feeling quite right.

• Great for pace control: e.g. recovery runs. Interval runs. Speed runs. Progression runs.

• Works well when focussing training in your cadence.

• Really great for controlled hill runs. Training at different inclines.

• A lot of ultra runners make use of treadmills in training. Ultra runner Tom Evans did the 3-peaks challenge (Ben Nevis, Scafell, Snowdon) on a treadmill! ( redbull.com/gb-en/tom-evans... )

• Cross training element can be supported well, with hopping on and off, alternating with strength exercises.

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I’ll add some more when I come across some good ones, but thought I’d share these two!

Hope everyone is well, wether with or without treadmill! Happy working out, everyone!

[Annieapple]

🍏👏👍🙌 Thank you!!!

[MissUnderstanding]

I have to admit, I’m a bit confused about how you use a treadmill for strength and flex….

Any tips?

[CBDB Administrator Graduate Gold in reply to MissUnderstanding]

Let’s see…

I probably can come up with a few, but it probably can be argued either way... Which is the nice thing about treadmills.

So…

1) Treadmills are perfect for intervall training, e.g. Hop off... do some weights or steps or bodyweights... Hop on.

2) Additionally, wouldn't high inclines count as well? Strengths in your calves, certainly, similar to steps, which fit nicely into S&F.

3) Also, treadmills are found in gyms, perfect places for S&F, specifically as we recently mentioned it would be great to advocate for more gym visits on S&F? And at home they are also found in private fitness-sheds, besides all sorts of S&F equipment.

4) From this podcasts, I am also aware that people have used treadmills for resistance work, which seemed to have been the origin for manual treadmills to add this function. E.g. Sled push.

5) this forum might not be the perfect place to host treadmill stuff, but it might be the best of all we have, as treadmills can be used for walking (A10), running (Bridge?), Gym workouts (S&F).

What do you think? Is it convincing? Where would a post about treadmills otherwise better fit?

[Annieapple in reply to MissUnderstanding]

MissUnderstanding CBDB I looked into this recently prior to our purchase of the Treadmill which I haven’t used yet. Waiting on Neuro Physio Report.. & go ahead..

Yes, several reputable sources discuss the role of treadmills in fitness, particularly around strength and flexibility benefits. Here are some well-regarded resources to check out:

1. American Council on Exercise (ACE) – The ACE often publishes articles and research about treadmill workouts and the benefits of combining cardio with strength and flexibility training. They provide insights into incline walking and interval training on treadmills as a way to build leg muscle endurance.

• Visit their site and look for articles on the benefits of treadmill incline walking and workout variety.

2. National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) – NASM offers detailed information on how cardio exercises like treadmill workouts can complement strength training routines, along with guidance on flexibility. They often discuss integrating cardio with a comprehensive strength and flexibility program.

• Check NASM’s articles on combining cardio with strength training and flexibility routines.

3. Harvard Health Publishing – Harvard often addresses the benefits of treadmill workouts for cardiovascular health and how weight-bearing exercises (like incline walking) impact bone density and muscle endurance. They frequently publish research-backed articles that you can cite.

• Look for resources on Harvard’s site regarding treadmill workouts and their impact on lower body strength and overall fitness.

4. Mayo Clinic – Mayo Clinic covers general fitness and wellness, including the role of cardio machines like treadmills. They may offer advice on incorporating treadmills into a balanced fitness routine that includes stretching and strength.

• Search for Mayo Clinic’s resources on the benefits of cardio and flexibility.

[CBDB Administrator Graduate Gold in reply to Annieapple]

That’s brilliant. Just browsing the ACE site, which has really useful programs! Very interesting. Will browse! Thank you!

[Tessie66]

I find it extremely helpful thank you. I like to put it on the steepest incline run for two minutes then walk for 2 and do about 5 set's. It's also great when the weather is simply awful and slippy under foot some great advantages to running a a treadmill

[CBDB Administrator Graduate Gold in reply to Tessie66]

That’s great. Out of interest, what percentage is your steepest incline?

Sounds like a perfect interval training session.