Indoors vs. Outdoors
Pros:- Convenience
- Climate control - no rain, wind, cold, heat.
- Safety - no traffic, muggers, trail hazards.
- Multi-tasking: read, watch TV, listen to music, monitor family.
- Treadmill workouts burn as many calories as walking outdoors.
- Does not train balance muscles as well as walking on an uneven surface, negotiating curbs, etc. This is important as we age, it helps prevent falls and broken hips.
- Boredom factor higher than with outdoor workouts.
Treadmill Workouts
Any walking workout can be used on the treadmill.- Health Walk/Easy Day Walk
- Fat-Burning Walking Workout
- Aerobic Walking Workout
- Threshold Walking Workout
- Economy Speed-Building Walking Workout
20 Best Treadmill Workouts Dave McGovern in Walking Magazine describes how to get a good indoor workout.
Walking Music/Video Stay entertained while working out.
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