Treadmill of Death Video…Effective Workout?

Is your treadmill workout this hard? I just had to show you this video of a very interesting use of a giant treadmill. It looks dangerous, but also extremely fun.

Note…obviously this isn't a fitness tip. I just wanted to throw out something entertaining. Getting in shape should be a blast. Next time you are running on a treadmill, just think of these guys. The worst part has to be the part at the end where they get dumped into the water.

I am a big believer in the treadmill vs many of the other cardio machines in the gym. The treadmill helps you increase your ability to run while helping you get in shape…this transfers over to almost every sport. Also…the treadmill "forces you to be honest". What I mean is that if you select a certain speed, you have to keep up with that speed or fall off the back! When you are using an exercise bike or elliptical machine, you don't have the same "incentive".

Here is a useful treadmill fitness tip:

Set the incline to level 1.5-2.0, if you want to mimic the same feel of running naturally without the treadmill. I have also found that it feels better on the joints at this angle vs all the way flat.

In all honesty, I would love to run on the treadmill of death!

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