Treadmill Run

Setup

Step onto the treadmill with feet on the side rails, not the belt. Start the machine at a slow walking pace, then step onto the moving belt one foot at a time, holding the handrails briefly for balance.

How to do it

1. Land midfoot directly under your hips with each stride.
2. Keep your chest up and eyes forward, not down at your feet.
3. Swing your arms naturally at your sides in rhythm with your legs.
4. Maintain steady breathing that matches your pace and effort level.
5. Gradually increase speed by small increments once you find your rhythm.

Watch out for

• ✗Holding onto the handrails continuously, which forces an unnatural posture and reduces workout effectiveness.
• ✗Over-striding by reaching the foot too far forward, creating excessive impact on joints.
• ✗Looking down at the console or feet constantly, causing neck strain and balance issues.