A side-by-side comparison of the optimal maximal speed running gait of the Au. afarensis model with modern human-like tricep surae muscle architecture. Credit: Bates, Karl T. et al., 2025 Lucy is one ...

Can a treadmill really stand out at this point? We’ve got decline and workouts and screens, but is that all we really want from a treadmill? The Wahoo KICKR Run is turning everything on it’s head with ...

The best home treadmills are amazing machines. You can get them with high top speeds and inclines, and even declines, as well as huge screens on the console to show guided workouts, scenic runs, or ...

Virtuix’s Omni whatchamacallit looks a little like a Star Trek transporter pad with a handrail. The rail sits up close, circling your abdomen like a belt, keeping you centered and upright as you move.

With folding treadmills especially, you only want as much power as you actually need. A faster max speed requires a bigger motor, which makes for a bigger, heavier treadmill. Most people will be just ...

Navigating outdoor running during the winter months is a tough task. Frigid temperatures, dangerous road conditions, and the lack of daylight before and after work make it nearly impossible to put in ...

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You might be sheltered from the elements, but is treadmill running easier than running outside? These cardio machines have been a staple in many runners' routines for decades, and for good reason. The ...

While running is a great form of exercise, there’s often a debate surrounding running on the treadmill vs running outside. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, research from Nielsen has shown that ...

With shorter days, colder temps, and the possibility of black ice lurking on the pavement, moving your run indoors might be looking a lot more appealing. But it can also bring up the question: Is ...