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Folding treadmills are ideal for those with space restrictions, as they can easily be stowed away after each workout or to ease transport from one location to the other. Yet not all treadmills are created equal, so it's important to choose one that not only fits your space but also will provide you with years of running and/or walking satisfaction.
For the larger individual or those that like to run freely, look for folding treadmills with wider running surfaces. A twenty-inch belt will offer you plenty of room to exercise. However, for the smaller individual or the casual walker, a smaller footprint is fine. Seventeen or eighteen inches is plenty for these exercisers...it's simply a matter of preference, so choose the automatic or manual folding treadmill that you are comfortable with.
The best folding treadmills will always come from the best manufacturers, so choose a well-known brand with a history of building high quality machines. Don't just walk into a wholesale place and buy the cheapest unit you can find. Although higher price doesn't always mean a better treadmill, you can rest assured an extremely cheap one will not provide the workout or the longevity you are looking for.
Automatic and manual folding treadmills offer a great cardiovascular workout, and make a great addition to any home gym environment. If you are in the market for one, make sure you do your research first...you'll be glad you did.
The main advantages to choosing a folding treadmill are:
1. you save space - if you have a small home gym or space is at a premium, folding your treadmill up and/or wheeling it out of sight is a great option to have
2. it makes cleaning easier - just fold it up and you can vacuum or clean the floor area under the treadmill easily
Because of these advantages, having a treadmill that folds is often seen as just another added feature to the treadmill - like an extra water bottle holder or a pair of handweights.
However there are also distinct advantages to buying a non-folding treadmill that might make you think twice before purchasing one that folds.
There are 2 main types of foldup treadmills:
1) Power-folding Or Shock Assisted (where you get some help folding the treadmill). This helps to save the strain on your back. Power fold-up treadmills are few and far between but basically you press a button and the treadmill folds and unfolds itself.
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.
2) 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.
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