How to Powerwalk on a Treadmill

The treadmill is a versatile piece of exercise equipment.

Walking is a healthy low-impact exercise. Powerwalking is a variation of normal walking. It is walking quickly so that you raise your heart rate and burn off calories. A treadmill is ideal for exercising when there are inclement weather conditions. Powerwalk for 45 minutes, five days per week, in order to lose weight. If advanced, consider placing the treadmill on an incline to challenge yourself.

Things You'll Need

• Treadmill

Instructions

1. Warm-up your body by walking on the treadmill for five minutes. Turn on the treadmill and set it to two mph for one minute. Slow the speed down to one mph and walk on your toes for up to one minute. Switch to walking on your heels for up to one minute.

2. Set the speed at three to four mph and start walking. The pace should make you breathe hard but not gasp. Adjust the speed as necessary.

3. Raise the incline on the treadmill. Only do so once you can comfortably power walk on the treadmill for 30 to 45 minutes at a time without taking a break.

4. Cool down after powerwalking on a treadmill. Set the speed at approximately one to two mph. Walk at a moderate pace for five minutes before finishing the workout.

Tips & Warnings

• Hold on to the handles of the treadmill to ensure your safety.

References

• Treadmill Reviews: Treadmill Walking Program
• Prevention: 12-Week Treadmill Workout