Treadmill or Outside
gemini0689
Posts: 28
What do you think is better? Treadmill run/jog or doing it outside??
and why do you think its better?
and why do you think its better?
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Both.
Treadmill is somewhat easier. But it's also easier on your body.
I alternate.
I'm not looking to race, or anything like that, just continue to improve my cardiovascular fitness.0 -
Personally I like outside better (unless it's bad weather). I love nature, and also I think the natural variations in the landscape help do more to tone muscles than walking on a treadmill0
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Outside
1) Simulates conditions of a race.
2) More effort with wind/balance.
3) Id rather look at stuff outside than a crappy little TV screen or whatever other sights are in my gym.0 -
I feel clumsy and uncoordinated on the treadmill.
I feel like I push myself more and like I can keep going when I'm outside.
I say outside is better in general, but inside on the treadmill is good if you need to fall back on it.0 -
Outside. It is much more interesting, and you burn more calories.0
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I prefer outside, I like it more, and it helps me clear my head more. Also, no worries about germs or worrying what other people think of me. That being said, I like that the treadmill gives you your speed & calories burned, too.0
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Treadmill is better for me because I can easily control and maintain my pace.0
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I love the outside but the treadmill keeps me at a steady pace for a set amount of time0
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As far as calorie burn/training, I'm not an expert on that. But I know I prefer to do it outside because I find the change in scenery and the fresh air more motivating and makes the workout go by faster0
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Outside is so much better for me. My HR stays lower even at if I'm going at the same pace as on a treadmill, and I find it enjoyable versus drudgery. I don't watch the minutes count down, I just....run. It's great. I only use the treadmill for sprint or hill intervals if I can help it.0
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I like the treadmill myself only because I can control the incline and speed.. works better for me and keeps me on track.0
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Outside. I run on the treadmill about 3 times a year, every one of them reluctantly.0
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Obviously running/walking outside is better for you because there is more change in the terrain and you will burn more but treadmill is great for when you can't get out or a little extra workout0
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I prefer outside. I find myself fixating on the numbers on the treadmill, while outside, it's just me, my iPod and my thoughts. I can go for much longer outside, too. The other day, I did 90 minutes with no problems!0
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Outside! I'll use the dreadmill if the weather isn't cooperating, but for whatever reason time/distance seems to go A LOT quicker when you're outside.0
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We used to have a treadmill and im desperate for another. Im the kind of person though that when i had the treadmill i felt so bored of it and would rather be outdoors running but now that i don't have the luxery of the treadmill i really do wish i had one. I like that fact that if i look dog rough it doesnt matter cause im in doors plus if the weather isnt good then its great having the treamill. But like i say, if i had one again i do think i'd get bored and want to be outside lol.0
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I feel clumsy and uncoordinated on the treadmill.
I feel like I push myself more and like I can keep going when I'm outside.
This for me!0 -
Outside, unless it's freezing or 100 degrees. I like the change of scenery.0
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Personally I like outside better (unless it's bad weather). I love nature, and also I think the natural variations in the landscape help do more to tone muscles than walking on a treadmill0
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I can't stand the dreadmill, makes my shins hurt. I like being outside and having a change of scenery, keeps my mind moving. Also, running outside better prepares me for my races.0
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