Hi I'm wanting to buy a treadmill to use when I play video games. I was wondering if these manual treadmills would be harder to walk on while playing?
2045148
This does require some muscles to make this thing go. It is good for exercise but I doubt you could play a video game while walking on it.
2045149
Yes, the manual ones will be because it's at an angle you have to hold on to the handles to walk or you will fall right off. I tried walking without hands on this treadmill and I feel like I'm going up hill and falling back, you have to hold on basically you are the motor so you have to work a little harder to keep it going. Other then that it's a good treadmill, just not for hands free walking.
2045150
There's no way you'd be able to play video games while walking on a manual treadmill. You have to hold on to the handles or you'll go flying off. You'd be better off saving up for a regular treadmill if you really want to have hands-free walking.
2045151
There is no way you can play games. I recommend you get a motorized one. I am very disappointed in this one. It catches every few steps. I called the company and they were no help.
577785
I have done a little running on this but, unless you're more coordinated than me (and that wouldn't be hard), you need to hang on because it's a short treadmill. Having said that, this is always on an angle and walking on it is a great workout too. I have never owned a full size treadmill, but I like this one for fitness.
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The belt on a manual treadmill doesn't move until you start pushing it around with your feet. It's completely non-motorized. You are the motor. When you stop walking, it stops moving immediately. It's a tougher workout by far than motorized treadmills, but it stops when you need to stop because you physically control how fast the belt is moving.
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I have been using the treadmill for about 6 months. It's not noisy and only beeps 3 times when you press start and stop as others state increasing your speed does beep. I have a co-worker in the same office about 8-10 feet away and they can't hear it. as you increase your speed the belt will get louder. I am walking at 2 miles per hour with no issues.
542692
To use it as intended it takes a good degree of balance. I would probably go with a regular treadmill. The workout is excellent if they are very balanced.
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Hello, Keep in mind that the board is inclined, that's why the belt slides backwards, sometimes mine does it. I think is normal. I don't mind because anyway, that is the purpose: keep on moving. You control the speed of course...After all this time using it....It became my BEST FRIEND EVER!!!! You should see my legs!!! so toned! I tight some weights along with a pedometer and walk for 40 minutes 3 times a week (Now, but at the very beginning, I was doing only 10-15 min and I was drained! lol)...This is a REAL work out!!! My pedometer shows I burn over 500 calories (Depending on my speed) This treadmill is not so comfortable like the regulars (Electric ones) that we all are used to, but It's been a great help for me. From mid January till now, I dropped 20 pounds combining this work out and reducing calories and I love it! Be patient and give it a try, hope it works for you, like it does for me.
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Short Answer: Many button presses, several secondsLonger answer: Upon putting the key into the console, you have an opportunity to adjust your weight, which is optional. You can press the "start" button right away, which starts the treadmill at its lowest speed (0.4 mph, if I recall correctly). Each button press to increase the speed from that point increments by 0.1 mph, so for me, it's quite a few button presses to get up to 3.3mph, where I've been using it lately.I have heard that there's a firmware update that they're working on that may make this easier, but I don't put much stock in rumors of features. Short Answer: Many button presses, several secondsLonger answer: Upon putting the key into the console, you have an opportunity to adjust your weight, which is optional. You can press the "start" button right away, which starts the treadmill at its lowest speed (0.4 mph, if I recall correctly). Each button press to increase the speed from that point increments by 0.1 mph, so for me, it's quite a few button presses to get up to 3.3mph, where I've been using it lately.I have heard that there's a firmware update that they're working on that may make this... » Read More Short Answer: Many button presses, several secondsLonger answer: Upon putting the key into the console, you have an opportunity to adjust your weight, which is optional. You can press the "start" button right away, which starts the treadmill at its lowest speed (0.4 mph, if I recall correctly). Each button press to increase the speed from that point increments by 0.1 mph, so for me, it's quite a few button presses to get up to 3.3mph, where I've been using it lately.I have heard that there's a firmware update that they're working on that may make this easier, but I don't put much stock in rumors of features. « Show Less
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I walk on it barefoot sometimes, but (along the lines of what Angela said) this is not a treadmill I would recommend using at higher walking/jogging speeds. I would ask the manufacturer about the actual specs of their cushioning system (if there is one) if you need details. In my experience, though... it is exactly as comfortable to walk on this treadmill as any of the expensive Precors at the local gym. A nice pair of shoes should suffice.
1321282
They are great for classical music (I tried them for Liszt, Prokofiev, Ravel and Chopin piano concertos). Not sure about walking on treadmill though.
2283382
I would say yes. It's like walking on a treadmill. I get more exercise off this game than wii fit.
1712516
Hi Hazel -- I wonder if you ever resolved this problem. I have been using this treadmill for a few months now and loving it but today it started making a clunking sound when belt running. I found the user manual online but there is no mention of the problem. You call it 'clicking' I call it 'clunking' but I think we could both be having the same problem, so am wondering if you ever resolved this. Any advice you might have would be much appreciated.
1147595
I don't know if I understand your question. I purchased a gym mat and placed the treadmill on top of it. I have an impression that I could just have placed the treadmill directly on my carpet and that it would work fine. Please elaborate further if you'd like more help.
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Short Answer: Many button presses, several seconds Longer answer: Upon putting the key into the console, you have an opportunity to adjust your weight, which is optional. You can press the "start" button right away, which starts the treadmill at its lowest speed (0.4 mph, if I recall correctly). Each button press to increase the speed from that point increments by 0.1 mph, so for me, it's quite a few button presses to get up to 3.3mph, where I've been using it lately. I have heard that there's a firmware update that they're working on that may make this easier, but I don't put much stock in rumors of features.
1087018
Somewhat... There is some 'give' in the machine but it is a regular treadmill. I thoroughly enjoy mine though and my knees hurt most of the time.
447700
I get more of a workout on this treadmill than an electric one. You use your own body. I run outside also and the treadmill is still harder because of the incline. I can walk, jog, and run on the treadmill. It is the best investment I have made. It is small compact and will kick your butt and make you sweat as you get back into shape. If you need an app to help you train. I recommend C25K.
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No, it's not a manual incline. This is a modern treadmill - all functions are buttons on the control panel. I researched a lot of treadmills because I'm used to using commercial treadmills at the gym. I own a small townhome and wanted a treadmill that would fit under my bed or in my closet. It's absolutely perfect. And it's powerful enough for me to go for a nice jog....Either walk or run...this is a great smaller treadmill. You will be happy with this purchase.
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I would buy a higher end treadmill if I was still running. This is a great little treadmill for our purposes. We walk about 30 minutes a day each and it is perfect for this. Serious running needs a sturdier treadmill.