Treadmill Buying Guide

A treadmill can help you lose weight sensibly and incorporate fitness into your daily life.

Manual Treadmill

Running on a manual treadmill requires you to propel it forward using your feet.
Manual treadmills require more effort to use because the speed of the deck is not controlled electronically.
Because manual treadmills don't need to be plugged in, they can be used wherever there is enough floor space and most come with wheels that allow you to move them around.

Electric Treadmill

Due to their ease of use, electric treadmills are the most popular type of treadmill.
Some have large, touchscreen displays, though this is typically reserved for the more expensive models.

Curved Treadmill

Powered manually, these treadmills are fitted with a concave-shaped running belt.
A curved running deck should feel more comfortable to run on than a flat one.

Try Before You Buy

It is important to have your running shoes on when you're looking at treadmills.

Aftercare

A treadmill needs to be maintained, just like any other piece of equipment.

Storing in a Garage

Placing a treadmill in your garage can be a great solution if it takes up a lot of space in your home and doesn't match the décor.

Cold Can Cause Damage

An unheated garage will certainly get very cold throughout certain times in the year, especially here in Ireland & UK where we can experience up to 4 seasons all within a day at times!

Dust and Dirt

The garage is usually not the cleanest room in a house.

Check Warranty

Most new treadmills will come with a manufacture warranty and guidelines which are generally listed in the "Important Precautions" section of the user's manual.

FInal Thoughts

There are many benefits to getting a treadmill, as you can see from this guide.

Heavy Flywheel VS Light Flywheel

The heavier the flywheel weight, the smoother the operation.

When the flywheel is heavier, the movement feels smoother and less jerky.

For indoor bikes, the recommended flywheel weight is about 18-20kgs, whereas the weight can be around 20-22kg for commercial bikes.

Light Weight Flywheel

Lightweight flywheels require minimal effort to start.

On the other hand, lighter flywheels do help promote hamstring and glute recruitment during pedalling which makes your legs pedal faster.

How to Incorporate the TANK Sled into Training

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With the Torque TANK, you'll experience some of the most intense resistance-based training on the market today.
In contrast to traditional push sleds, the TANK provides nearly silent training along with three different resistance levels.
Additionally, TANK training accelerates the progress of the workout -14 minutes of TANK training is equivalent to an hour of on a treadmill!
Home gym spaces and commercial fitness facilities are using TANKs to transform their spaces into more effective and efficient workout environments.
TANK Circuit Training

Fitness enthusiasts want quick, varied workouts that increase heart rate, so circuit training is a popular option.
The TANK can easily be integrated into circuit training.
Because of its minimal space requirement, bi-directional movements, and ability to be used in a group training environment, the TANK M1 is an ideal circuit training tool.
Partner Trainer & TANK

To train effectively, accountability buddies are vital.
Training with TANK takes partner workouts to a new level with a variety of ways to involve both athletes.
The TANK Itself is a powerful training partner!
Functional Accessory Training

TANK accessories cover a wide range of applications, from popular to practical.
The TANK V-Strap is an impactful attachment for arm workouts as well as TANK pulls, but a unique use of the V-Strap is for Lateral Twists.
One of the most common accessories is the TANK Tow Rope.
With TANK accessories, the opportunity to incorporate TANK into training is endless.

No matter what type of athlete you are, you can benefit from the TANK – even those who are just training for fun!
With three different models, TANK can be programmed into almost any workout format and can be used for any fitness ability.

Ireland's Sole Supplier of The TANK

Flair Fitness are Ireland's sole supplier of the the TANK and Torque Fitness' other amazing products.

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