Maintenance is required for your treadmill in order to increase your treadmill's lifespan and ensure the smooth operation of your machine. Treadmill maintenance doesn’t take long to complete and will help keep your treadmill reliable for daily use. Lubrication is required for treadmills every 1-3 months depending on usage. Learning how to lubricate a treadmill is simple with resources and instructions available on the manual or on the Lifespan Fitness Youtube channel. To lubricate your treadmill simply apply a silicone spray or silicone oil underneath the belt, then run the belt through a couple of cycles to ensure the base is coated with the Treadmill lubrican. 

Belt alignment is also required if the belt repositions off centre and a gap is evident on one side. If you are unsure on how to align a treadmill belt, do not fret it is very easy. While the treadmill is running use the Allen key provided to adjust the rear adjustment bolt of the side that your treadmill belt is favouring in order to shift it towards the other side. If the belt is too far to the left turn the Allen Key to the right, the opposite applies if the belt is too far to the right. Full instructions are provided in the manual, otherwise a demonstration video is available on our Youtube channel.

Motor brushes will need to be replaced every 2 years on DC motors to keep your treadmill in tip top shape.

Lubrication, belt alignment and motor brushes replacement are the 3 main maintenance items required. Every treadmill is slightly different; therefore, it is best to refer to your owner's manual.

Like running outdoors, running on a treadmill indoors will provide similar health and fitness benefits. Running on a treadmill indoors can be a more convenient way to burn calories and build leg muscle as your workout isn’t affected by the weather. While running outdoors it can be difficult to maintain a consistent pace due to the unpredictable ground such as footpaths, gravel and traffic, however on a treadmill you can maintain the same speed making treadmills ideal for marathon training. Running on a treadmill can reduce the risk of injury as the flat, predictable and cushioned running belt offers better shock absorption making treadmills good for your knees.

Treadmills will normally come in 2 options- motorised or manual curved (also known as FreeRun). A motorised treadmill is common to gyms and homes with components including automatic speed, incline, motor, running belt and tech features. The motorised belt allows you to easily maintain your speed, forcing you to keep up with the set pace without inadvertently slowing down. More popular for home use, automatic treadmills tend to be smaller and more adaptable with a folding mechanism and slim options. For long-distance sprints and incline walks, a motorised treadmill is more accommodating. A manual curved FreeRun treadmill is appealing to outdoor runners looking for a natural walking, realistic running experience or users looking to sprint with high intensity training. With the ability to power the speed of the treadmill yourself, you’ll be able to set your own pace and at any speed you want. This is the reason why curved treadmills are exceptionally great for HIIT training, designed for unlimited speed, you’ll be able to sprint without being restricted by the top speed of a motorised treadmill. Both motorised and curved treadmills are for fitness training and health benefits from weight loss, building stamina and improving heart health, however, we recommend that if you’re looking for an effective workout, look for a curved manual FreeRun treadmill that will allow you to progress without restrictions.

Deciding on what’s the best treadmill for you will depend on a couple of factors. The type of workout you wish to undertake on a treadmill, how often you plan to use the treadmill, the number of people that will be using the treadmill and treadmill features important to you are all questions you will need to ask before purchasing. Your fitness goals may also influence your treadmill choice. If you are after a treadmill to help you lose weight then you may opt for a curved treadmill or automatic treadmill with higher speed and incline adjustments, capable of running and high intensity workouts. If you wish to use your treadmill frequently for runs or plan to share your treadmill with the whole family then a treadmill with a bigger belt and bigger motor will suit the whole family with users of different weights, heights and speed preference. Otherwise, if you hope to use your treadmill for light exercises such as walking, brisk walking, and a compact footprint is a priority, then our compact treadmills, such as the WalkingPad or V-Fold Treadmills are also great options.

All of our treadmills are easy to install with all tools provided in the box. Our 90% pre-assembled treadmills come with a simple to follow manual to ensure easy installation. Upon unpacking you will need to unfold the treadmill deck before securing the machine with the nuts and bolts then attach any secondary components. Some of our compact treadmill models including the V-FOLD and WalkingPad M2 come assembled in the box, making setting up your treadmill quick and effortless.

Cross Trainer vs Treadmill is a very common comparison that most customers will ask us when deciding on a cardio machine to start them on their weight loss journey. Although both are effective for burning calories and improving fitness levels, there are some distinct differences that win over some users over the latter options. Treadmills are great for completing varied and interval cardio workouts from sprints, long walks and incline walks. Treadmills will set the pace for you and you’ll have to run with it. This is better for users with less discipline in their workouts, especially for beginners. On the other hand, elliptical cross trainers are great for HIIT training, rehabilitation and low impact training that is more forgiving on the knees, joints and bones. Cross trainers are generally self-paced, users decide on their own speed and intensity, but resistance can be increased. Pre-set and custom programs are also available on Cross Trainers to allow you to follow a fitness regime.