Treadmill
Muscle Groups: Quads, Hips, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves
Treadmill focuses on Quads, Hips, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves, with Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Treadmill with proper form and technique.
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Start by standing on the treadmill with your feet flat on the side rails.
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Step onto the belt and start walking at a slow pace to warm up; keep your posture upright and shoulders relaxed.
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Gradually increase your speed or incline as you get comfortable, ensuring your arms swing naturally by your sides.
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Maintain a steady pace and focus on your breath throughout the workout.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Treadmill safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Always keep a slight bend in your knees to prevent locking them during your workout.
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Avoid looking down at your feet; keep your head up and eyes forward for better balance.
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Use the handrails only for balance, not to lean heavily, to ensure proper posture.
Secondary Muscles
While Treadmill primarily targets Quads, Hips, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Treadmill, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Treadmill, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
