I use a 1 degree incline to simulate outside flat running.
2006-06-21 08:54:18 · 7 answers · asked by turtle girl 7 in Sports ➔ Other - Sports
Yes we all need it a little bit. because without an incline our calf muscels get less work (the belt shoots the leg back otherwise)
2006-06-21 18:33:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use the incline but I like to vary it. The treadmill I use at the gym has a hill setting where it automatically goes to 1% then down to 0% then up to 3% then down to 1% then up to 5% etc until it gets to 15%. It is a monster work out that always tires me out. I don think that treadmills are less healthy than running outside though. The surface of the treadmill is a little padded and usually hurts my knees after a long run.
2006-06-21 19:16:30 · answer #2 · answered by Koz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you could incline the treadmill to maximize your running workouts and gain more endurance.
2006-06-21 23:11:52 · answer #3 · answered by indianquadrider 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I never thought to use incline, but for long distacne runners incline can become a major factor. Use it!
2006-06-21 16:10:01 · answer #4 · answered by Me, Strong Like Bull! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. It makes me feel like I climbing up Sunshine Mountain;
Climb, climb up Sunshine Mountain
Heavenly breezes blow...
Climb, climb up Sunshine Mountain,
Faces all aglow.
Turn, turn from sin and doubting,
Look to God on high...
Climb, climb up Sunshine Mountain,
You and I.
God Bless Us Every One...
2006-06-22 23:57:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should run outside... it is better for you, you can be more social, and it's sooo much less boring! That's just my opinion though!
2006-06-21 16:10:22 · answer #6 · answered by lalalicious 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't even use my treadmill, i do aerobics.
2006-06-21 15:58:09 · answer #7 · answered by ~Divine Mrs. P~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋