Just about everyone that owns a treadmill today wouldn't have guessed some of the ways they were first used. Take a look at the infographic below created by NordicTrack. Train on the best modern day treadmills from the worlds best treadmill maker … [Read more...] about The History Of The Treadmill – Infographic

NordicTrack is the most popular brand of exercise equipment out there. So it's no wonder so many people look for reviews. Because I can see which websites post links to mine, I was able to discover a new site (or at least newly linking to me) that was a fantastic resource. They present the good and the bad and explain … [Read more...] about New Comprehensive NordicTrack Review Site

I talk a lot about treadmills and exercise, and with good reason. Americans are getting more sedentary every year and it's literally killing us. Obesity has become an unstoppable epidemic in the United States. If you don't believe me just check out that nice chart on the right. It's no coincidence that similar charts exist … [Read more...] about Obesity In America: How to avoid becoming a statistic

Running is one of the easiest ways to start working out, as you don’t need specialized equipment or detailed how-to lessons before beginning. As a fast way to boost cardiovascular fitness, running also helps maintain or improve bone density as a weight-bearing exercise. And, if you are looking to lose weight, running can be … [Read more...] about Tips To Start Running

Professional runners tend to turn up their nose at a treadmill.  After all, part of the culture of running is getting outside and enjoying the fresh air, the scenery and the people you pass by on your run.   If you are fortunate to live near some great (and safe) trails and parks, there is no beating the exhilaration of an … [Read more...] about Finding The Perfect Treadmill

Every so often people contact me to give me feedback about the website. Most emails I get are questions about machines or requests to publish guest posts. But every so often someone just has something to share about my reviews or site in general. Someone who called himself "ya Right" had something very insightful to share. … [Read more...] about Mail From A Concerned Reader

Spring is upon us and with it comes pleasant weather and the natural increase of runners and other pedestrians outside. You can't blame them really. This past winter was exceptionally harsh and with all the storms behind us it's nice to finally get outside and get some fresh air. … [Read more...] about 4 Reasons To Run On A Treadmill This Summer

Everyone is always trying different things to lose weight. Whether they just want to look better, feel better, or actually be healthy, a lot of people run out of steam and give up. Sometimes finding the motivation to lose weight can be the most difficult part. A new study is actually trying a different tact for … [Read more...] about Weight-Loss Study Pays to Lose Weight