The treadmill is an extremely useful and efficient piece of fitness equipment. However, it can start to feel a little mundane and even boring after so much repetition of the same thing day in and day out. And by the same thing I mean running or walking. Don’t get me wrong, those are both great ways to exercise, but it’s nice to try something new too!
So are you ready to get more out of your treadmill workout? Switch up you normal routine with these 10 treadmill tricks:
1. Skip/back skip
Skip facing forward, then turn around and switch to a skip facing backwards. Make sure you’re getting your legs up high.
2. Side shuffle
Shuffle on the side leading with your right leg, and then switch to shuffle on the other side leading with your left leg.
3. High knees/back high knees
Face forward getting your knees up high, pulling them up towards your chest. Then turn around and switch to high knees facing backwards.
4. Forward lunge/reverse lunge
Lunge forward and extend your legs out in front of you. Then switch to a reverse lunge while facing forward, but extend your legs out behind you.
5. Squat jumps
Get into a squat position and jump forward. Then turn around and squat jump back.
6. Single leg hops
Hop on your right leg, then switch to hop on your left leg.
7. Butt kickers
Kick your heels back all the way till they hit your butt.
8. Run on balls of feet
This one is pretty self explanatory. Run on the balls of your feet and get those calves burning!
9. Hopscotch
Hop from two feet to just your right foot to two feet again and then to just your left foot. Repeat.
10. Baby squat steps forward
Get into squat position and take baby steps forward, never leaving your squat position.
Remember to set the speed and resistance based on what you can handle. It’s better to start off slow and then work up to a faster pace. Perform each exercise for one minute, and then repeat the entire routine 1-2 more times.
WARNING: This post is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. The above information should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, sleep methods, daily activity, or fitness routine. iFit assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage sustained by any recommendations, opinions, or advice given in this article.
