Treadmill Workouts in Winter
ย Winter is a great time to stay active indoors. Here are some treadmill workouts to keep you motivated:
- Incline Tempos: Warm up, then settle into a pace just below your tempo pace. Add a 4% incline and run 2-6 miles. Finish with a cooldown at an easy pace.
- Interval Training: Alternate between high-intensity bursts and recovery periods. Vary your speed and incline for a challenging workout.
- Cadence Focus: Work on your running cadence by maintaining a consistent step rate. Aim for around 180 steps per minute.
- Strength and Aerobic Combo: Combine strength exercises (like lunges or squats) with treadmill running. Itโs efficient and effective.
- Change Directions: Be cautious, but try running backward or sideways on the treadmill. It engages different muscles.
- Stair Climbing Intervals: Increase the incline to simulate climbing stairs. Alternate between steep inclines and flat terrain.
- Explore Pre-Set Workouts: Many treadmills have built-in programs. Explore hill workouts, intervals, and endurance settings.
- Improve Mobility: Use the treadmill for walking lunges, side shuffles, or dynamic stretches.
Remember to adjust the intensity and duration based on your fitness level. Stay warm and enjoy your winter workouts!
