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What to Look for When Choosing the Best Treadmill for Seniors in Australia

What to Look for When Choosing the Best Treadmill for Seniors in Australia

Walking on a treadmill is a low-impact way for seniors to stay active and great way for them to get their daily exercise without putting too much strain on their bodies. Additionally, it is a great way for them to stay motivated and keep their balance.
you can join a gym or do it from comfort of your own home

Below are what treadmill tips we recommend you should look for when choosing a treadmill for older people.

1. Handles with speed controls
We recommend you to look for arms that have speed and incline buttons integrated into the arms. This way , you won't have to fumble around for a separate remote control or buttons on the console, and you can keep your focus on your workout. Plus, it's just one less thing to keep track of especially if you are jogging!

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2. Low Max Speed
Seniors aren’t Olympic runners or professional athletes. All they want is a piece of reliable equipment they can work upon. So, you don’t need to purchase a treadmill with a high speed. You can find a model that is lower in price and still get the same quality of workout. Another important factor to consider is the size of the motor. If you are planning on using your treadmill for running, then you will need a model with a powerful motor. The motor is what powers the belt, so if you want to be able to run on your treadmill, you need to make sure that it has a strong motor. Otherwise, you'll be stuck walking at a slow pace.

3. Cushioned Soft Deck
Old people’s joints and ligaments are more susceptible to injury. A cushioned deck will allow them to work for extended hours with comfort. If you have bad knees or ankles , this is the perfect solution for you. You'll be able to work without pain for hours on end and it will be kinder on your joints and muscles.

They won’t complain about discomfort issues. This also maintains their confidence and encourages them to work more.

4. Deck Size
The wider the deck size on your treadmill machine the easier it is the balance .Look for a belt width of over 44cm wide

At low speeds, there won’t be much problem with most people. As you increase the speed, things get more clumsy, and this is where a wider belt can be better . For people who find it hard to balance , a wide deck size is ideal because it provides more stability. Additionally, a wide deck size is also beneficial for people who are taller or have longer legs, as it gives them more room to move.

5. Low Deck Height
Treadmill Deck height is an important factor. A low deck height will be more compatible for seniors to exercise on as they do come in a range of heights .
its easier to step on and off the treadmill with a low deck and this makes it safer as well . Aim for a deck height less than 20cm high

6. Noise Level
A noisy treadmill can be very annoying . If your treadmill is making too much noise , it can be a major distraction while you're trying to work out. Not to mention, it can be disruptive to others around you if you're using it in a shared space. Make sure to check this before buying online or in store

7. Fitness Goals
If you like to run on a treadmill buy a model that has a longer belt. If you are looking for a machine to help you with your cardio workouts, make sure to get one that has an incline feature. If you want to use the machine for weight loss, get one that has a heart rate monitor. This way, you can keep track of your heart rate and make sure you are working out at the right intensity.

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8. Safety Key
Look for a red safety key on your treadmill that can be attached to your clothing and in case you fall the magnet will dislodge from the machine and the belt will stop running. The safety key provides an extra layer of protection in case something like this happens. By having the safety key in place, it ensures that the machine will not start up again until the key is replaced. This is a critical safety feature that helps to prevent accidents. Most gyms have treadmills with this key in place.


9. Simple Controls
Look for a treadmill console with simple easy to use buttons such as Time, distance, speed, calories, heart rate, intensity, incline, decline.

10. Latest Research
Read the latest research below which examines how a treadmill can help with balance and the effectiveness of treadmill walking on balance improvement among the elderly people. The feedback and results are excellent.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4242992/ 

Treadmills we recommend For Seniors

Endurance Spirit Treadmill - Rated No 1 Treadmill By Amazon.com.au and News.com.au
https://endurancetreadmills.com.au/collections/treadmills/products/endurance-spt

Endurance Zoom Treadmill - Has similar features to Spirit Model without all the bells and whistles
https://endurancetreadmills.com.au/collections/treadmills/products/endurance-zoom-treadmill

Endurance Bondi Treadmill - Excellent choice for seniors with limited space
https://endurancetreadmills.com.au/collections/treadmills/products/endurance-bondi-treadmill

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This review is for the Endurance SPT after 1 year of ownership.

I'll start by saying the online support prior to delivery was excellent. Our treadmill was purchased just prior to Christmas 2023 whilst on sale through Endurance's official Amazon shop. We were departing for holidays within a few days and were in the predicament of possibly having the treadmill delivered whilst being away. We reached out and their support was very good and responsive, and were able to organise from memory a next day delivery (we live in Sydney).

The treadmill is a medium size and weight, giving it a solid enough feel in build quality and stability, however remaining light enough to be easily moved around by myself or wife if needed. As other reviews may have mentioned, set up may be quite difficult if done alone, however instructions and steps are itself easy.

Here are my likes, dislikes, and observations from the last year of ownership.

Likes:
User interface - simple as a treadmill should be with large buttons as well as controls on the handles
Running belt - made of a hard-wearing plastic material which provides plenty of grip however also won't cause friction burns on intermittent skin contact (safer with children)
Form factor - Being able to fold up the treadmill and move it around the house is great
Speed and incline options - More than enough settings for 99% of the population
Finish - The materials used and the coatings on the frame are good quality and show almost no wear from a year of use

Dislikes:
Heartrate sensors - Located on the handles, these sensors are probably only for those continuously walking. They take too long to establish a reading (e.g. walking after conducting a run)
Lack of waterproofing - This may sound silly, however I myself generate a lot of sweat during a run, and there are a couple vulnerable points on the treadmill where water/sweat may ingress. These include the speed/incline adjustment buttons on the handles, the usb port, and the speakers. This vulnerability is serious enough that even after a wipe down after every use, I have had an instance where the treadmill was unable to turn on for multiple days in a row due to this. To combat this I now have to drape a towel over the whole upper section of the treadmill when in use by myself.

Other observations:
Size of the track - I am 175cm tall and find the track a perfectly adequate size for running. I would still say the track size does initially take getting used to and you will find yourself consciously aware of the sides and end of the track, however this is no longer a factor.
Somewhat limited quick-select speeds - I think more space on the interface should be dedicated to adjusting the speed and less controlling the incline. Quick-select buttons on the screen interface only go up in speeds of 2km/h up to 10km/h which can mean constantly holding down the increase button for a short while if you want to run at speeds greater than 10km/h (only increases in increments of 0.1km/h per press).
Pricing - I think at the time whilst on sale, this treadmill was a very good purchase and great value, however whilst writing this review there are currently some other comparable treadmills which I would say are very competitively priced.

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