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Treadmill Buying Guide
Buying a treadmill? There are so many brands and features to choose from. How do you know which treadmill is best for you?
This treadmill buyers guide will tell you exactly what to look for when buying your treadmill. Knowing this will help you choose the best treadmill for your fitness needs (and it might even save you some money!)
So here's what to look at when choosing a treadmill:
Motor:
The motor is the heart of your treadmill. Motor power is measured by horsepower - HP. Unless your treadmill has a strong motor (at least 1.5 horsepower) you can quickly wear it out, even if only moderately walking.
When looking at motors and horsepower, there are two different ratings:
- Continuous Duty (which is the rating for steady, continual 24 hour motor use), and
- Peak Duty (which is the maximum power potential, however it cannot be maintained).
When looking at treadmills you want to know the Continuous Duty motor power. It's recommended that you go with at least a 1.75 HP continuous duty (CD) motor (preferably higher).
For runners or those planning heavy use of their treadmills, experts recommend at least a 2.5 - 3 HP continuous duty motor so that your motor doesn't quickly burn out on you and end up costing you in expensive treadmill repairs.
Tip: Many cheaper treadmill brands will often give you the Peak Duty motor power (since it's always higher than the Continuous Duty rating) just to impress unsuspecting buyers. Make sure you know the continuous duty rating when comparing units.
Frame:
There are two types of frames: aluminum or steel (NEVER plastic!). Steel is heavier than aluminum which potentially increases stability. However steel may also rust or corrode from sweat (unlike aluminum).
So there are advantages and disadvantages to both and it really boils down to a matter of personal choice. One thing to keep in mind however is that aluminum is more expensive than steel so it may be built into the price of the treadmill.
Belt:
Average treadbelt widths range from 17" to 22" and lengths from 51" to 61". Never go below a belt width of 16 " and make sure that the belt is long enough to accomodate your stride.
If you are tall and/or have long legs, it's better to go with a longer belt (54" or more). Make sure you also consider anyone else who will be using the treadmill and their height as well.
Cushioning:
Treadmill cushioning is the ability of the treadmill to absorb the force of your step. Better cushioning means lower impact on your joints and ligaments. Cushioning is extremely important as poor cushioning can cause injury and muscle strain.
Many quality treadmills have their own form of cushioning system to protect you. Make sure your treadmill has a quality cushioning system to protect your joints over the long run.
Stability:
According to Runner's World, stability is the most important quality in a treadmill. Stability is how smooth a ride the treadmill provides you. There should be no shaking or wobbling when you start to run.
Generally with treadmills you get what you pay for. For a high stability, high quality treadmill you should be willing to spend at least $1000, and definitely more if you plan on using it heavily. There's no use spending $500-600 on something you're scared to use.
Console/Display:
Consider both the layout and user-friendliness of the information displays and controls. This is largely a matter of personal preference since some people want to see a constant display of calories burned or miles covered, etc.
For safety concerns, make sure the speed and incline controls are prominently displayed and easy to reach.
Heart Rate Monitor/Control:
Again, this is largely a personal preference whether or not you want to monitor your heart rate. A heart rate monitor simply shows you at what rate your heart is beating while you work out.
Some people like to take a step up and get a heart rate control which can actually adjust the treadmill pace to keep you in your target fat-burning zone.
Warranty:
Treadmill warranties vary across the board and again, you usually get what you pay for. Don't waste your money buying an added warranty when most quality treadmills include a good warranty in the price already.
Tip: The warranty gives you a good idea of the quality of parts used in building the treadmill (ever wondered why those cheap department store brands only offer you 90 day warranties?).
A quality warranty will include at least 10 years on the frame, 3 years on the motor, 2 years on parts and 1 year on labor. (Keep in mind that the motor is usually the most expensive to fix).
Price:
A quality motorized treadmill is going to cost you at least $1000. The quality of treadmills (cushioning, construction, parts, quality) drops substantially once you go below $800.
According to expert Gregory Florez, spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise, "Just about anything under $900 is not made to be used over the long haul."
There are ways to save on your treadmill of course (buy direct, online wholesalers, etc.) but the bottom line is that a treadmill is an investment in your health. It will last you 10 years or more so you really want to invest in a quality unit built to last.
Where to Buy A Treadmill:
There are a number of options here but they mainly fall into 2 categories:
1) Store
2) Online
- Store Advantages: You can actually try out the treadmill.
- Store Disadvantages: You'll probably pay more for the same treadmill you can get online simply because the store has overhead costs and salespeople to pay. Stores will also charge you for shipping and delivery and you'll also pay sales tax.
- Internet Disadvantages: You can't try out the treadmill
- Internet Advantages: You can save a lot of money buying direct from the manufacturer, sometimes $600 or more. You can usually get free shipping and save on sales tax too. Plus you have a larger selection of treadmill to choose from so you may be able to find a treadmill that is more suited to your needs.
It really comes down to what you're comfortable with.
So that's it! You now know what to look for when buying a treadmill. Just remember to take your time and select a treadmill that fits your fitness goals. And you're guaranteed to find the best treadmill for you.
Vienna Miller writes for Treadmill Review, a consumer oriented site focusing on the home treadmill market.
For more treadmill reviews, buying tips & "Best Buys" visit: www.TreadmillReview.net Article Source: ArticlesBase.com
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Malthus's own criticism of Ricardo's 1815 essay led them into a debate on the question of "value". Malthus supported Smith's old "labor-commanded" theory of value, whereas Ricardo favored the "labor-embodied" version. The outcome of the discussion was Ricardo's Principles in 1817, which set down the doctrine of the Classical School on value, distribution and production, incorporating at least two of Malthus's own contributions: the "natural wage" version of Malthus's population theory and an expanded version of Malthus's theory of rent.
Malthus was never comfortable as a member of the Classical school. Nowhere is this more evident than in Malthus's own treatise, Principles of Economics (1820). He differs from the Classical Ricardians at several points. For instance, Malthus introduced the idea of a demand schedule in the modern sense, i.e. as the conceptual relationship between prices and the quantity sought by buyers rather than the empirical relationship between prices and quantities sold. He also paid much attention to the short-run stability of prices. insisting on a labor-commanded theory of value and,
Thirdly, and most famously, Malthus denied the validity of Say's Law and argued that there could be a "general glut" of goods. Malthus believed that economic crises were characterized by a general excess supply caused by insufficient consumption. His defense of the Corn Laws rested partly on the need for landlord consumption to "make up" for shortfalls in demand and thus avert crisis. See our more extensive discussion of the General Glut Controversy.
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unleashing mode in asus mobo gives me reading of -256 celcius? (Answers: 1) (Comments: 0)
my asus m4a78t-e has a mode called unleashing mode in advanced core calibration. my porcessor is unlocked and is an amd phenom ii x4 965 be. as soon as i put it on unleashing mode and all cores after i get into windows and open up amd overdrive and then go to status monitor my cpus are all shown in -256 degrees celcius even when i run stability tests the temp dosent change. there is also a external jumper oc switch on my mobo. am i getting this readiing because i didnt touch the jumper and set it to unleashing too
nevermind. about the external jumper switch. its a overvaoltage switch so it dosent really tye into this
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Economics QUESTIONS HELP!!? (Answers: 1) (Comments: 0)
31. (Points: 1)
The Marginal Propensity to Consume (MPC) is the ___________
a. Fraction of additional income that is spent on Saving
b. Total amount of Savings
c. Total amount of Consumption
d. Fraction of additional income that is spent on Consumption
e. Total Change in Disposable Income
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32. (Points: 1)
If the MPC = 0.75 then the Spending Multiplier is ____
and the Tax Multiplier is _______
a. 2 ___ -3
b. 5 ___ 4
c. 5 ___ 3
d. 4 ___ -3
e. 10 ___ -9
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33. (Points: 1)
If the Marginal Propensity to Consume (MPC) is 0.8, the Spending Multiplier is equal to ___ and this means that for every 1 dollar of ____
a. 5, increased Government spending this leads to an eventual 5 dollar increase in Real GDP
b. 2, increased Government spending this leads to an eventual 2 dollar increase in Real GDP
c. 4, increased Government spending this leads to an eventual 4 dollar increase in Real GDP
d. 3, decreased Taxes leads to an eventual 3 dollar increase in Real GDP
e. 8, increased Government spending this leads to an eventual 8 dollar decrease in Real GDP
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34. (Points: 1)
Based on the MPC in the question above, if Keynesian economists wished to close a $ 2 trillion (tn) Recessionary gap they could:
a. Increase Government spending by $1 tn or Decrease Taxes by $0.5 tn
b. Increase Government spending by $0.25 tn or Decrease Taxes by $0.2857 tn
c. Increase Government spending by $0.4 tn or Decrease Taxes by $0.5 tn
d. Decrease Government spending by $0.4 tn or Increase Taxes by $0.5 tn
e. Increase Government spending by $0.5 tn or Decrease Taxes by $0.4 tn
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35. (Points: 1)
At E1 in the graph below, the main Macroeconomic problem is:
a. National Output is too high
b. Real GDP is too high for Long-Run stability
c. Out of control Economic growth
d. High Inflation
e. High Unemployment
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36. (Points: 1)
The below graph illustrates:
a. The Keynesian model curing an Underperforming economy
b. The Classical model curing an Overheating economy
c. The Keynesian model curing an Overheating economy
d. The Classical model curing a Underperforming economy
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37. (Points: 1)
If we wanted to use Expansionary fiscal policy to close this gap, and the MPC = 0.9
How much should we change Government spending by?
1. + $0.4 tn
2. - $ 0.4 tn
3. + $ 0.44 tn
4. - $ 0.44 tn
5. Cannot calculate from the given information
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38. (Points: 1)
In the example illustrated above, originally the gap is ____, and the Expansionary fiscal policy _____
a. $ 4 tn Recessionary gap, Increases the budget deficit
b. $ 2 tn Inflationary gap, Decreases the budget deficit
c. $ 2 tn Recessionary gap, Increases the budget deficit
d. $ 4 tn Inflationary gap, Decreases the budget deficit
e. No gap , the graph illustrates a LR equilibrium, with no change in the deficit
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39. (Points: 1)
According to Keynes, Full Employment is___________
a. impossible to achieve under Modern Big firm/Union conditions
b. is rarely ever moved away from
c. never far from the current Short-run Macroeconomic equilibrium
d. is a economic problem to be avoided
e. is the exception rather than the rule
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40. (Points: 1)
Which of the following answers summarizes Keynesian Short-run model theories:
a. They challenge Smith?s Law and Financial bond market?Prices and wages are efficient.
b. They challenge Say?s Law and Loanable funds market?Prices and Wages are inflexible
c. They challenge the Law of Supply and Demand and the Savable funds market
d. They accept Say's Law and the Savable funds market?Price and wage are stable
e. Keynes theories challenge nothing, they only provide empty rhetorical slogans
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So I overclocked the card's mem clock to 380 (still shy of what I thought I had paid for...), got a nice noticeable performance boost, and now I get these temperatures:
Idle: 53-54 celcius
Load 61-62 celcius (after running stability test for 30mins)
(Haven't measured before overclocking.)
So, are these acceptable for a 7600gs with a fan? Or are they too high? I don't want my card to burn out....
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