Walking on Treadmill Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Cardio
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus, Hamstrings, Gastrocnemius, Sartorius, Adductor Magnus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- cardio
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4.7
- Alternate Names
- Treadmill Walking
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Walking on Treadmill
- Step onto the treadmill and adjust your settings.
- Start walking at a comfortable pace.
- Increase speed or incline gradually to raise intensity.
- Keep walking for the desired duration, maintaining a consistent pace.
- Cool down by slowing the speed towards the end of your workout.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or backward.
- Looking down at your feet instead of ahead.
- Not using the arms to assist in the walk.
Modifications
- Use a lower incline to reduce strain on the knees.
- Hold onto the treadmill handrails for stability.
Tips
- Maintain a good posture with your head up and shoulders back.
- Start at a slow speed and gradually increase as you gain confidence.
- Use the machine controls to adjust the incline for added challenge.
Walking on Treadmill Alternatives
Tags
cardio
walking
treadmill
endurance
lower body
fitness
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