Treadmill vs street
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Ditto!!!!! Treadmills are death - try running in the rain and be a kid again. Nothing like it!0
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I prefer the street for the reasons mentioned by many already (mostly it's more interesting) but also because running on the treadmill hurts my hips. Not sure why, exactly, but running outside on the pavement or sidewalk doesn't.
I'm also a bit phobic about running on the treadmill. I'm always sure I'm going to fly off it backwards.0 -
I just recently purchased a treadmill to use during the winter time and because my 2 year old makes it super hard to enjoy a walk while he is screaming to get out and play... Gonna have to figure something out because I dont feel like Im buring enough calories when on the treadmill. Although, I do get to watch American Horror Story and I walk... :laugh:
Kids are a HUGE reason to use a treadmill. I have one and I'll be getting on it tonight because hubby is in class and I have 3 kids. And having them out in the cold and the dark will not win me mother of the year LOL.
As for being outside with your 2 year old, what we do with our kids (when the weather is nice enough) is we walk or bike or run for however long, and then take them to the play set afterwards. So they get to play, after we all get some exercise. When my husband is with me, I'll drop him and the kids at the play set and then continue my workout at my normal pace (instead of the slower pace I use with the kids LOL). My older kids are 8 and 9 and the baby is 2.5. The baby is in a stroller or bike trailer. The big kids will walk about 3 miles with me, or bike 4 to 7 miles. We have run too, but that varies with their moods.
My 3 boys are 13, 6 and 2 and honestly after taking them to a trail with me, I am more stressed out by the time we leave than not. lol... hubby works til late so no going after he gets home. I use to take them to the park midway through a trail I walked on, but then the 6 year old would complain about his legs all the way back and slow me down considerably. That is why I decided on a treadmill. I didnt think I was burning the same amount of calories though and now that I know that I do, I am not going to worry myself about getting out on the trail if I cant.0 -
Trail would be my top choice, but I'm not running a trail during any kind of hunting season, because I don't trust anyone with a gun to not mistake a two legged human in a pink jacket for a white tailed deer. :grumble:
I quit the gym earlier this year. The treadmill is no longer an option. I typically run 3x a week. The weather doesn't usually totally suck for more than a day or two in a row, so I can manage to work around it. Today, it was in the low 40s and drizzling, and I was wearing shorts.0 -
Although, in the treadmill's favor, you can use that when the weather's crummy.
Define "crummy". I'm sure my definition differs from yours, but here in the Baltimore area, I only had 4 crummy days last year in which I was forced onto the treadmill.
Crummy for me (although I'm not the person you're asking) is anything not between 45 and 65 degrees, any kind of precipitation, wind more than 10mph, snow/ice/mud on the roads, and/or the threat of any of the above during the time I expect to be outside. I hate nature-and i am outside more than in (although I don't have any of the normal resentful feelings towards my treadmill). I will say safety is a much bigger issue than weather where I am-and that will bring me inside faster than hurricane sandy did.
With those parameters, you might have gotten in a dozen or so runs outside here last year. :laugh:
I did update my post to say that I am a bit of a princess. I really am outside more than in....I'm willing to stretch the temp criteria depending on amount of sun & wind, but I'm not about to run in the rain or snow (I know-princess...). Frankly, flooding has brought me inside more than weather criteria in the last year. I am ambivalent to the treadmill vs outside-so it just doesn't bother me to be inside. I do make more of an effort to be outside if I'm planning to do a race in the near future-but otherwise, I really don't care (I know that's not normal).
You really, really, really should try running in the snow if you get the chance. There really is nothing more peaceful. A trail run with about 2 inches of soft powder on the ground with snow falling overhead is poetic. The snow dampens the world and everything becomes so still and peaceful that you can feel every sound around you.0 -
Although, in the treadmill's favor, you can use that when the weather's crummy.
Define "crummy". I'm sure my definition differs from yours, but here in the Baltimore area, I only had 4 crummy days last year in which I was forced onto the treadmill.
Crummy for me (although I'm not the person you're asking) is anything not between 45 and 65 degrees, any kind of precipitation, wind more than 10mph, snow/ice/mud on the roads, and/or the threat of any of the above during the time I expect to be outside. I hate nature-and i am outside more than in (although I don't have any of the normal resentful feelings towards my treadmill). I will say safety is a much bigger issue than weather where I am-and that will bring me inside faster than hurricane sandy did.
With those parameters, you might have gotten in a dozen or so runs outside here last year. :laugh:
I did update my post to say that I am a bit of a princess. I really am outside more than in....I'm willing to stretch the temp criteria depending on amount of sun & wind, but I'm not about to run in the rain or snow (I know-princess...). Frankly, flooding has brought me inside more than weather criteria in the last year. I am ambivalent to the treadmill vs outside-so it just doesn't bother me to be inside. I do make more of an effort to be outside if I'm planning to do a race in the near future-but otherwise, I really don't care (I know that's not normal).
You really, really, really should try running in the snow if you get the chance. There really is nothing more peaceful. A trail run with about 2 inches of soft powder on the ground with snow falling overhead is poetic. The snow dampens the world and everything becomes so still and peaceful that you can feel every sound around you.
Completely agree. A warm rain is really nice too... not enough to soak you, just enough to quiet the world down a bit.0 -
The Street all day long its the best way of getting fit beause on the dreadmill youre just jumping up and down on the spot really does nothing for the body and puts alot of pressure on the knees.0
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The Street all day long its the best way of getting fit beause on the dreadmill youre just jumping up and down on the spot really does nothing for the body and puts alot of pressure on the knees.
Untrue on both accounts.0 -
I first started running this year, and I started on my treadmill. I don't have a lot of sidewalks in my neighborhood, I live in a hilly area, and winter in Wisconsin can be rough. On occasions when I have pushed myself to run outdoors, I have enjoyed it. But I'm not as comfortable running outside as I am running on a treadmill. I enjoy the pacing and distance I can easily determine from the treadmill, and when I run outside, I feel like I am going at a pace much faster than I'm able to maintain for long. I did just purchase a heart rate monitor, which could help.0
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I love the street or a trail. Trails are so much fun. But, I have a 3 year old... and trying to run while pushing the jogging stroller and hearing "mommy mommy mommy whats that? mommy I have to go potty. mommy i want juice. mommy can we go faster?" is not fun or relaxing and usually I end up more stressed than before I started. If I had a treadmill, I would definitely use it just so I could get my runs in.0
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I enjoy the pacing and distance I can easily determine from the treadmill, and when I run outside, I feel like I am going at a pace much faster than I'm able to maintain for long. I did just purchase a heart rate monitor, which could help.
This is very common for new(er) runners that have spent a bit of time of the treadmill before they venture outside. Your perception that you are running too fast is spot on. Without the machine to regulate it, you run faster than your fitness dictates. We like to run fast, it's human nature. As you become more experienced, you'll be able to dial in that pace. 0 -
Depends.
Ideally I like the trail, if the weather is pretty nice.0 -
Treadmill. Street is more fun, but hurts my knees more. Also, my friend who runs street has been followed before. She only runs with her dog and mace now.
This. I love trails but when it comes down to it I am way to paranoid running outside by myself to let my head clear. Plus we don't have sidewalks in my neighborhood which makes it a little difficult to stay safe bc people come flying around some of the bends in the roads.0 -
Depends on what your trying to do...
The treadmill has a little extra cusion. Other then that I would say road it because the bordom factor.0 -
Street!! Other than the weather, I have to get over my problems with that. I love running in the rain, but it can't be hard rain because I can't stand wet feet. I'm sure that the love will overtake me on that. I like the quiet and just listening to the world, especially since I run in the early AM before most are up. So peaceful.0
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I'm on the treadmill right now because it's really cold out, and I don't do well in the cold, but if I had my druthers, I'd be out walking the nature trails in the local park.0
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I enjoy the pacing and distance I can easily determine from the treadmill, and when I run outside, I feel like I am going at a pace much faster than I'm able to maintain for long. I did just purchase a heart rate monitor, which could help.
This is very common for new(er) runners that have spent a bit of time of the treadmill before they venture outside. Your perception that you are running too fast is spot on. Without the machine to regulate it, you run faster than your fitness dictates. We like to run fast, it's human nature. As you become more experienced, you'll be able to dial in that pace.
I think I might have that problem... Switching to treadmils I can't maintain a 5.0 pace but outside I run a mile and a half in 15 minutes. Doesn't quite make sense to me.0 -
Ditto!!!!! Treadmills are death - try running in the rain and be a kid again. Nothing like it!
Says someone who lives in California. I'm about to go running in the rain- it's 37degF out....all the kids are indoors with hot cocoa.0 -
Street!! Other than the weather, I have to get over my problems with that. I love running in the rain, but it can't be hard rain because I can't stand wet feet. I'm sure that the love will overtake me on that. I like the quiet and just listening to the world, especially since I run in the early AM before most are up. So peaceful.
If you wear socks that are synthetic material that wicks away moisture (no cotton!), then your feet don't feel as wet and heavy.0 -
Although, in the treadmill's favor, you can use that when the weather's crummy.
Define "crummy". I'm sure my definition differs from yours, but here in the Baltimore area, I only had 4 crummy days last year in which I was forced onto the treadmill.
Crummy for me (although I'm not the person you're asking) is anything not between 45 and 65 degrees, any kind of precipitation, wind more than 10mph, snow/ice/mud on the roads, and/or the threat of any of the above during the time I expect to be outside. I hate nature-and i am outside more than in (although I don't have any of the normal resentful feelings towards my treadmill). I will say safety is a much bigger issue than weather where I am-and that will bring me inside faster than hurricane sandy did.
With those parameters, you might have gotten in a dozen or so runs outside here last year. :laugh:
I did update my post to say that I am a bit of a princess. I really am outside more than in....I'm willing to stretch the temp criteria depending on amount of sun & wind, but I'm not about to run in the rain or snow (I know-princess...). Frankly, flooding has brought me inside more than weather criteria in the last year. I am ambivalent to the treadmill vs outside-so it just doesn't bother me to be inside. I do make more of an effort to be outside if I'm planning to do a race in the near future-but otherwise, I really don't care (I know that's not normal).
You really, really, really should try running in the snow if you get the chance. There really is nothing more peaceful. A trail run with about 2 inches of soft powder on the ground with snow falling overhead is poetic. The snow dampens the world and everything becomes so still and peaceful that you can feel every sound around you.
Do you worry about slipping? Wear different shoes? We haven't had any snow yet, but I do want to keep running once it starts flying.0 -
I like both. Do what you gotta do to get it done.
^^This. I like the treadmill because it typically "gives" more than the ground outside, and for those of us here in WI, the winter can get a little too cold to comfortably run in. (My lungs start to burn like crazy when it gets below freezing). Having said that, it's extremely hard for me to do longer runs on treadmills because I get insanely bored after a few minutes.0 -
Recommendation is 1-2% incline to make up for lack of wind resistance, etc.So, I dont have to walk at an incline or anything to get the same benefit as walking on a trail?0 -
The Street all day long its the best way of getting fit beause on the dreadmill youre just jumping up and down on the spot really does nothing for the body and puts alot of pressure on the knees.
Untrue on both accounts.
Which accounts ?0 -
Although, in the treadmill's favor, you can use that when the weather's crummy.
Define "crummy". I'm sure my definition differs from yours, but here in the Baltimore area, I only had 4 crummy days last year in which I was forced onto the treadmill.
Crummy for me (although I'm not the person you're asking) is anything not between 45 and 65 degrees, any kind of precipitation, wind more than 10mph, snow/ice/mud on the roads, and/or the threat of any of the above during the time I expect to be outside. I hate nature-and i am outside more than in (although I don't have any of the normal resentful feelings towards my treadmill). I will say safety is a much bigger issue than weather where I am-and that will bring me inside faster than hurricane sandy did.
With those parameters, you might have gotten in a dozen or so runs outside here last year. :laugh:
I did update my post to say that I am a bit of a princess. I really am outside more than in....I'm willing to stretch the temp criteria depending on amount of sun & wind, but I'm not about to run in the rain or snow (I know-princess...). Frankly, flooding has brought me inside more than weather criteria in the last year. I am ambivalent to the treadmill vs outside-so it just doesn't bother me to be inside. I do make more of an effort to be outside if I'm planning to do a race in the near future-but otherwise, I really don't care (I know that's not normal).
You really, really, really should try running in the snow if you get the chance. There really is nothing more peaceful. A trail run with about 2 inches of soft powder on the ground with snow falling overhead is poetic. The snow dampens the world and everything becomes so still and peaceful that you can feel every sound around you.
Do you worry about slipping? Wear different shoes? We haven't had any snow yet, but I do want to keep running once it starts flying.
Just regular trail shoes. The soft snow gives way enough that you don't really have to worry about slipping on it. If you get on a steep section, just shorten up your stride.0 -
Although, in the treadmill's favor, you can use that when the weather's crummy.
Define "crummy". I'm sure my definition differs from yours, but here in the Baltimore area, I only had 4 crummy days last year in which I was forced onto the treadmill.
Crummy for me (although I'm not the person you're asking) is anything not between 45 and 65 degrees, any kind of precipitation, wind more than 10mph, snow/ice/mud on the roads, and/or the threat of any of the above during the time I expect to be outside. I hate nature-and i am outside more than in (although I don't have any of the normal resentful feelings towards my treadmill). I will say safety is a much bigger issue than weather where I am-and that will bring me inside faster than hurricane sandy did.
With those parameters, you might have gotten in a dozen or so runs outside here last year. :laugh:
I did update my post to say that I am a bit of a princess. I really am outside more than in....I'm willing to stretch the temp criteria depending on amount of sun & wind, but I'm not about to run in the rain or snow (I know-princess...). Frankly, flooding has brought me inside more than weather criteria in the last year. I am ambivalent to the treadmill vs outside-so it just doesn't bother me to be inside. I do make more of an effort to be outside if I'm planning to do a race in the near future-but otherwise, I really don't care (I know that's not normal).
You really, really, really should try running in the snow if you get the chance. There really is nothing more peaceful. A trail run with about 2 inches of soft powder on the ground with snow falling overhead is poetic. The snow dampens the world and everything becomes so still and peaceful that you can feel every sound around you.
Completely agree. A warm rain is really nice too... not enough to soak you, just enough to quiet the world down a bit.
Peace and quiet is always my goal. We don't get much warm rain here, but we get plenty of snow. Perhaps I'll take my tiara off one of these days and give it a shot. It does sound blissful when you describe it, but in my head the reality seems just cold & wet (like a wet rat). But I yearn to quiet the world, so we will have to see.0 -
The Street all day long its the best way of getting fit beause on the dreadmill youre just jumping up and down on the spot really does nothing for the body and puts alot of pressure on the knees.
Untrue on both accounts.
Which accounts ?
1. You are not "just jumping up and down".
2. Running, of any kind is not putting "alot [sic] of pressure on the knees." This has been debunked many times over.0 -
Oh gawd, will you guys stop with the "dreadmill" crap?
Might as well say screw it to the "dreadbell" too right? Screw lifting weights. Go outside in nature and pick up boulders n *kitten*.
P.S., if you're gonna call it names, I prefer "threatmill". 0 -
Recommendation is 1-2% incline to make up for lack of wind resistance, etc.So, I dont have to walk at an incline or anything to get the same benefit as walking on a trail?
Recent study conducted by Running Times showed that there is no compensation necessary for wind resistance until you are running sub 6:00 miles.0 -
I like to have both as an option. I will not run outdoors at night or if it is above or below a certain temperature. I don't mind running in the rain, but ice and snow forget about it. Treadmill is great for those days, but it does get boring. I feel like I run much further outdoors.0
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The Street all day long its the best way of getting fit beause on the dreadmill youre just jumping up and down on the spot really does nothing for the body and puts alot of pressure on the knees.
Untrue on both accounts.
Which accounts ?
1. You are not "just jumping up and down".
2. Running, of any kind is not putting "alot [sic] of pressure on the knees." This has been debunked many times over.
And the treadmill is quite a bit softer on the joints than most outdoor surfaces.0
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