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Safety tips to use on the treadmill

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Clip in

We typically think of clipping in with stationary bikes, but not as much with the treadmill.

The clip is actually super important!

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If you happen to fall off, this clip will cue the treadmill to stop.

Know the controls well, saysYusuf Jeffers, instructor at Mile High Run Club treadmill studio.

Some treadmills have shortcut keys and emergency stop buttons, rings, or tags that attach to the runner.

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Figure this out before you get going your workout, before you even turn on the treadmill.

Starting out the gates with a high speed puts you at a higher risk of injury.

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Jeffers echoes this sentiment.

venture to avoid jumping on or off an already running treadmill, he says.

And if its absolutely necessary to do so, always hold on to the safety railing.

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In fact, she likens it to driving.

You are propelling your body on a powerful machine.

Essentially, pretend youre a newbie.

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But, she says, the more frequent fliers can be a little more cavalierwhich can be dangerous.

Youll get a better workout by paying attention to your body, though.

Always double-check shoe laces are tied, preferably double-knotted before running, says Jeffers.

Are there kids around you?

make a run at always be aware of your surroundings!

says Jedkins, reminding us that knowing whether or not the machine is off is part of this.

So… no TikTok or texting for now.

Focus on your workout.

And you know… if all else fails, Letchford says there is another, super simple option.

Now thats outta the way, give this tread workout a go:

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