Many competitive runners have a lot of trouble falling asleep the night before a big race. It’s usually a combination of stress, anxiety and nerves, but whatever the cause it can prevent many people from sleeping well if at all. The running adage is that a good night’s sleep two nights before the race is much more important, but is there any truth to this? A new study says it just might be correct. Continue reading “No sleep before race day? New study says no problem”
With the recent heat wave, running outside can test even hearty endurance runners. When the temperatures start to approach the high 90s, many runners will have to truly push themselves in order to get through a run. However, while you might think of it as a challenge, trying to run in extreme heat without proper preparation can offer far more risks than it does potential benefits. There is serious danger to taking a long run in the sun, and for many, it may just be best to play things safe. There’s no shame in retiring inside to your TRUE Fitness home treadmill, especially when outside conditions won’t allow you to perform at your usual level. Continue reading “Beat the heat, run inside”
Every athlete is familiar with a bad day. You may have this feeling of exhaustion that you can’t quite explain – you simply don’t feel confident in your ability to perform as you usually would, but it doesn’t feel like a mental block so much as a physical drain. Almost everyone knows the sensation, but many don’t know how to properly handle it. Here are some tips on how to address the fatigue and prevent it from coming back. Continue reading “Breaking through mental blocks”
Are you finding that your runs just aren’t what they used to be? Perhaps you’re getting bored with your route, your shoes are worn out or your joints are starting to ache. Whatever the reason may be, sometimes all you need are a few strength training exercises to put a spring in your step and help you run faster and farther. Well, that and a TRUE Fitness treadmill like the M50 that will cushion your stride and monitor your progress – just for a little extra motivation. Continue reading “Five exercise moves that will improve your run”
If you’re trying to lose weight, you’re constantly looking for ways to cut out calories. Why not burn them instead? Exercising is an important part of any healthy lifestyle, and there are many different ways that you can burn more calories while working out: Continue reading “Five ways to burn more calories”
A heat wave has been baking the southwestern United States, with temperatures in some areas reaching nearly 130 degrees. According to NPR, triple-digits temps in that area of the country will likely persist through the end of the week, which means that anyone planning to exercise during this record-breaking heat wave will need to take extra precautions. Continue reading “Run safely during a heat wave”
If your excuse to not exercise on a regular basis is that there simply aren’t enough hours in the day, we’ve got news for you: There are plenty of ways to fit in a quick workout even on the busiest days! Just a half hour on your home treadmill can do wonders for your health, particularly if you use TRUE HRC Cruise Controlâ„¢ to make sure that you’re keeping your heart rate up. Try out these easy tactics for squeezing in a workout even when your schedule is packed. Continue reading “Find time to exercise on a busy day”
If you’re training for a marathon or are a regular runner, chances are you’ve seen a blister or two in your lifetime. In fact, something as simple as wearing a new pair of shoes can cause those nasty, painful sores to pop up. Using home treadmills with orthopedically correct shock absorption, like the TRUE Fitness PS800, can help you avoid other injuries by reducing the impact on your joints and knees, preventing and treating blisters requires slightly different tactics. Continue reading “Prevent blisters for more pain-free runs”
We all know that exercising is good for you, but how frequently and how long should you be hitting the home treadmill each week? Experts have been debating for years – some say that high-intensity interval training is the way to go, while others suggest that 30 minutes per day is a better goal. So, how often should you exercise?
According to Dr. Michael Joyner, a physiologist at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., it the important to exercise on a regular basis. While working out has numerous long-lasting benefits, including the improvement of overall health, perks like improvements in blood pressure only occur if you stick to a regular routine.
“The key is probably to not miss more than two days in a row,” Joyner told The New York Times, “and skipping only one day is even better.”
Working out on a regular basis can also boost motivation because the positive feeling that is felt after running on a fitness treadmill is still fresh in the minds of exercisers. But how much time should your fitness routine take up each week?
Guidelines from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommend that adults get a minimum of two hours and 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week. This can include anything from dancing to walking.
Adults who participate in more vigorous physical activities like running and jumping rope only need to carve out an hour and 15 minutes of time for exercise each week.
Of course, these guidelines represent the absolute minimum. Adults can maximize the benefits derived from physical fitness by increasing the frequency or length of workouts. It’s always good to challenge yourself, just make sure that any increase in intensity is done gradually so that you don’t promptly burn out yourself.