Using Treadmills For Beginners
Always keep in mind where you are on the belt. If you get too close to the front you could trip, and if you get too close to the back you could slide off. Keep looking straight ahead to avoid stepping off of one side or the other. The greatest danger from treadmills is being thrown from one, so use caution at all times. Do not look over your shoulder or bend over to pick up an object until the belt has come to a complete stop. Know how to work your treadmill properly to avoid injury. Always start the belt running while your feet are on the side panels – not while they are on the belt itself. Step down onto the belt once you are sure that it is moving. Know how the emergency stop button works and use it f you feel yourself getting pulled backward at any time during the workout. Practice speeding up, slowing down and using the incline until you are comfortable enough with the functions to do a workout.
Always wear a good pair of running or walking shoes when on a treadmill, and never run barefoot. If you have to leave the machine for any reason, make sure that it is turned off before you step away to avoid injury to children or pets.
