The best treadmills you can buy in 2019 – The Sun

Whether you’re walking, jogging or sprinting, a treadmill can help you lose weight, improve heart health, tone muscle and increase endurance from the comfort of your own home.

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While it is possible to buy a decent treadmill for under £500, if you’re looking for quality, it definitely pays to spend a little bit more.

To make sure you’re getting the most out of your money, there’s a few things you need to look out for when buying a treadmill.

First off, size. Measure the space you’re planning on keeping your new running machine to make sure you don’t buy a model that’s too large.

If you’re buying a folding treadmill, measure the storage space before buying so you can be sure it fits.

Power is important too, as that will dictate how hard and how often you can use your treadmill.

Power should be measured in continuous horse power, or CHP, rather than regular horse power (HP) as this only refers to the machine’s peak performance rather than a sustainable output.

If you’re planning on using your treadmill for running, jogging and sprinting, the CHP should be no lower than 3.0 (add an extra 0.5 if you’re over 14st (90kg).

Track length and width is also worth considering. Runners are looking for a width of 22 inches or larger, and a length of 58 inches or larger.

Besides those crucial points, the other things to consider when buying a treadmill are all the optional extras, such as a built-in trainer, heart rate monitor and number of programmes for you to work with.

Best for motivation

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• Commercial 2950, £2,499 at NordicTrack – buy here

The main reason people with home gym equipment end up going back to the actual one is to feed off others busting their chops to get fit. So what better way to keep you on your toes at home than by having your own personal coach inside the machine?

An impressive HD 22″ Interactive Coaching Touchscreen offers over 50 workouts featuring top class personal trainers guiding you through the steps according to your training goals, complete with scenic routes – a simulator of sorts to make you feel you’re out where the action is.

The NoricTrack has digital incline control and flex tech to deliver superior impact reduction, with cushioning isolators on each side of the deck to protect knees and ankles.

The console-mounted fans to cool you down are a nice touch. Comes with a free one-year iFit membership.

Best for marathon training

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• Pro 5000, £1,799 at ProForm – buy here

Among an array of workouts by professional coaches to run with, the incline training is the one for long distance runners.

The Pro 5000 offers powered, automatic incline adjustment that allows you to realistically condition your body to all those challenging uphill routes.

Equipped with a heavy 3.75 continuous horsepower drive system that’s guaranteed to never fail regardless of how often your incline or speed changes.

The 10-inch HD touch console equipped with iFit technology helps keep the experience visually exciting.

Best for jogging

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• Sole F63, £1,099 at Fitness Superstore – buy here

Folding treadmills can be a incredibly handy if you’ve got limited space to work with.

This model from Sole features a 60″ running surface, a 3.0 CHP motor and a console with 10 training programs, with a 6.5”  backlit LCD screen to help you track your workout progress.
Bluetooth enabled, you can access the Sole Fitness App and sync your results with Health Kit, Fitbit, Record, MapMyFitness, MyFitnessPal, Facebook and Twitter, while the integrated tablet holder, Bluetooth speakers and MP3 player options takes care of the entertainment. Perfect for chilled session.

Best for HIIT

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• £3,395 at Wolverson Fitness – buy here

The price may seem steep given that’s it not motorised (this deal is actually reduced from the original price of £7,995!), but that’s what makes it so effective for speed freaks.

You power this machine yourself by running along the curve, meaning you can zoom as fast as your legs will go – there’s no maximum setting.

This needs solid engineering to keep the machine smooth and safe, which is why it’s the treadmill of choice for sprinters and fans of high intensity-interval training.

Built with a steel frame and handrails, corrosion resistant hardware, and a slat belt running surface that lasts up to 150,000 miles.

Great for reducing the carbon footprint, not to mention it won’t cost you anything to run.

Best for entertainment

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• Life Fitness Platinum Club Series, £10,395 at John Lewis – buy here

If you’re going to binge on Netflix, may as well as do it while moving. While the mere mortal will settle for placing the treadmill in view of the screen, for the Life Fitness Platinum owner, the treadmill is the entertainment hub.

Equipped with an SE3 HD Console with a 16” touch-screen and integrated TV, features streaming videos and audio including Netflix, Hulu and Pandora Radio, as well as a wide range of customisable interactive workout options, including your favourite websites, apps and other social platforms.

Bluetooth enabled, and compatible with Apple and Android devices. Just remember to run while you’re enjoying yourself!

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