A natural pattern for arms will resemble a figure-8 pattern. A common mistake many runners make is to hold their arms tight to their body, thus restricting the balance the arms provide for natural running motion. What To Look For When Buying A Treadmill 1. Ergonomically Correct Console Look for a console that is located higher and pitched on more of a vertical than horizontal angle. A vertical console also remains in the user's field of vision while exercising, assisting the user in maintaining proper form and increasing security.
Most treadmills come standard with a front handlebar.
When holding a straight handlebar, the wrists are put in an unnatural position. A bell-curved front handlebar will permit the wrists to fall in a more comfortable position, therefore allowing for easier use and a better holding position. Tall exercisers can grab the bar near the top while shorter exercisers grab it near the bottom. In addition, the bell-curve raises the bar, which provides more legroom to help accommodate users with a longer stride length. Longer, Wider Handrails A Life Fitness study conducted with 475 purchasing decision-makers showed that the number one valued treadmill feature to fitness facilities is extended side handrails.