everyone says that treadmills are great and are just as good as running outdoors. however, i can't go that fast on a treadmill because i always feel like i'm gonna fall off.
so how do i get better? i really need to be able to fun faster, but i have no other place to do it... i can't run outdoors anywhere here.
2007-01-14 02:32:30 · 5 answers · asked by i like turtles 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Treadmills are good for distance running and basic cardio.. They are actually better in some ways than running outside because you can maintain the same speed. If you are trying to run sprints on a treadmill then yes, that could cause a problem... Practice going faster while holding the railings, then gradually get balanced before you let go...
2007-01-14 02:38:18 · answer #1 · answered by Here2Help 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try running in place as fast as you can without falling. Or, try starting very slowly on the treadmill and have it set to gradually increase speed so you are comfortable with it going faster.
2007-01-14 02:36:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest that you maybe start at a slow pace on the treadmill then build up to a faster speed. I use to not like the treadmills because they scared me but now I know how to work it.
2007-01-14 02:44:02 · answer #3 · answered by simpli_cute 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your at a gym, they must have stationary bikes, stair climbers etc. These are just as good for aerobics and losing weight etc. On a tread mill you don't have to run so fast that your can't keep up and balanced, just walk at the pace you can easily handle and stay on longer. I hold my palms on the side bars lightly as to keep my balance and stay the feeling of going to fall off. Remember, jogging is just as good as running - jogging is at a slower pace and you will lose calories and straighten your heart and lungs as well and is less strain on your body.
2007-01-14 02:42:14 · answer #4 · answered by Dale 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No running for real outside is better.
2007-01-14 02:40:35 · answer #5 · answered by LaLa N 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋