Collection: Treadmill

A home treadmill lets you walk or run regardless of weather, traffic or daylight. The specifications that matter are motor power, belt size and whether it folds, and these depend on walking versus running. A walking treadmill can be modest; a running treadmill needs a stronger motor and longer belt. As a running machine, think about how you'll use it, who else will use it, and measure the space including ceiling height if it inclines.

What treadmill specifications matter?

Three things decide whether a treadmill suits your use:

• Motor power (electric treadmill): rated in horsepower, with continuous duty rating being the meaningful figure. Walking needs less; running needs a stronger motor to avoid straining it.
• Belt size: longer and wider belts suit running and taller users, since running stride needs more length than walking.
• Maximum user weight: check it comfortably exceeds the heaviest user, since running loads a frame far more than the static figure suggests.

Is an incline treadmill worth it?

An incline treadmill raises the deck to simulate walking or running uphill, which increases the effort at the same speed and is easier on the joints than running faster. Most powered models include incline, and it adds useful variety to walking sessions in particular.

Walking or running treadmill?

The difference matters because running places far greater demands on the machine. A treadmill built for walking has a smaller motor and shorter belt, which is fine at walking pace but will strain and wear if used for regular running. A running treadmill needs a stronger continuous-duty motor, a longer belt to accommodate stride, and better cushioning to reduce impact through the joints. If several people will use it, or if you plan to progress from walking to running, buy for the more demanding use. Under-specifying is the most common treadmill regret.

How much space does a treadmill need?

Allow the machine's footprint plus clear run-off space behind it, since a fall on a moving belt sends you backwards — leave at least a metre clear behind the treadmill, with nothing to hit. Check ceiling height too: running adds your stride height to the deck height, and an incline raises you further, so low ceilings can be a genuine problem for taller users. A folding treadmill reduces the footprint between sessions but still needs the run-off space when in use. Always use the safety key or clip, which stops the belt if you fall.

Common questions

What motor size do I need for running?
Running needs a stronger continuous-duty motor than walking, along with a longer belt for stride length. A walking-rated treadmill will strain and wear if used for regular running.

How much space does a treadmill need?
The footprint plus at least a metre of clear run-off behind it, since falls send you backwards. Check ceiling height as well, especially for taller users and incline running.

Are folding treadmills sturdy?
Folding models save space between sessions and suit walking and light running well. For frequent heavy running, a fixed-frame treadmill generally feels more stable underfoot.

What is the safety key for?
The safety key or clip attaches to your clothing and stops the belt instantly if you fall or move too far back. Always use it — it's the main safety feature on a treadmill.

Can I pay for a treadmill with Afterpay?
Yes. You can split it with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. Our treadmills start from $244, which is four fortnightly payments of $61.

Build your home gym

A treadmill works with the rest of your setup. Add a floor mat underneath, an exercise bike for variety, and fitness accessories.

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