Is it safe to exercise on a treadmill?

In our country, the smog in some places is really serious in winter, so those who want to go out for exercise have to find other ways. At this time, treadmills become people's favorite, which is also the reason why treadmills are hot-selling in winter. But people have another concern: is it safe to run on a treadmill? Below I will discuss this issue with you.

With the continuous improvement of technology and quality since the advent of treadmills, it can be said that most of the current treadmills are safe. As long as the method of use is correct, there will generally be no major safety problems. However, there are some precautions that must be remembered when using a treadmill:

1. You cannot drink a lot of water while running, so drink some warm water 20 minutes before running.

2. When starting the treadmill, it is best to put your feet on the footboards on both sides and then step on the running belt after it starts.

3. At the beginning, start with a slow and then gradually increase the speed. You can also choose to run at a variable speed, etc., depending on your own situation.

4. When running, it is best to raise your arms, do not shrug your shoulders, and do not lean on the handrails. This is not conducive to aerobic exercise of the whole body, and the exercise effect is not that good.

5. When you want to stop running, don't stop the treadmill immediately. Walk slowly for about 2 minutes to give the body time to react. This way, you won't feel dizzy when you get off the machine. If you stop running and get off the plane directly, you will feel dizzy, which can easily cause you to fall.

6. For people with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, osteoarthritis and other diseases, if they want to do running exercises, they must follow the doctor's advice and experts' guidance and do not blindly follow the crowd.

So, generally speaking, the treadmill itself is safe and you don’t have to worry too much. There are just some safety issues that you need to pay attention to when using a treadmill. As long as you use it correctly, there should be no safety accidents.