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Written by Ray Lam   
There are several folding treadmills available that vary in features, size, design and quality. Treadmills are usually very large machines and if you have limited space in your home gym, or you do not want a large machine taking up space all the time, a folding model is a perfect option for you. A treadmill folds from the bottom up, so this means the heavy part of the treadmill is pushed up. Since the part that goes up is usually so heavy, the folding treadmill you choose has to be durable and has to securely fold.
by RayLam


There are several folding treadmills available that vary in features, size, design and quality. Treadmills are usually very large machines and if you have limited space in your home gym, or you do not want a large machine taking up space all the time, a folding model is a perfect option for you. A treadmill folds from the bottom up, so this means the heavy part of the treadmill is pushed up. Since the part that goes up is usually so heavy, the folding treadmill you choose has to be durable and has to securely fold.

A folding treadmill is one of the best options when you are looking for fitness exercise equipment because you can just easily fold and store it after each use. This is your advantage against the stationary treadmill which will really require a big space in your already crowded house. They are easy to move, too so you need not worry about transferring the equipment from one place to another.

Shock assisted treadmills are a little easier to find and you do have to put out a little effort, but not a lot, to get the treadmill to fold and unfold. Manual folding - This is where you lift the treadmill itself to fold it up (and hold it to let it down and unfold it). If the treadmill is fairly light, this isn't so bad, but if it's a heavier unit, it can be a pain, especially for an older or health-compromised person. Most treadmills - especially those under $1200 - are manual folding.

If you will be moving the folding treadmill a lot, you must consider its weight capacity. As all or almost all folding treadmills are designed to move, see to it that you won't have a hard time folding or carrying it.

Folding units, by the nature of their design, are generally not as stable as non-folding machines. (That doesn't mean they are not stable, it just means they are not AS stable). This is an important consideration when buying. According to Runner's World, stability is the most important quality of a good treadmill. For example, you don't want the treadmill to shake or wobble when you pick up your pace.

Pick out folding treadmills built with good brands. Choose treadmills that had gets high ratings and recommendations. Also look out for product warranty that has a minimum of at least one year service because this is enough proof that the product you are buying is durable.

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