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2 Replies Last post: Jan 8, 2008 9:07 PM by astickinmud  
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triandtriagain
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Jan 8, 2008 8:59 PM

Taking the training indoors

Hi, I've recently transitioned to the treadmill for the winter months and I'm concerned about getting the same quality of workout. The treadmill is fun and a nice change, but I've noticed my stride, speed, breathing and pretty much everything else has changed since moving indoors. Does anyone have any advice, or better yet, any cold, hard math for getting the same workout on the treadmill that I would from the roads?
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runlowryrun
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1. Jan 8, 2008 9:04 PM in response to: triandtriagain
Re: Taking the training indoors
Keep in mind as you run on the treadmill that the incline needs to be set at least 1 because 0 setting is almost like running down hill. Your speed on a treadmill is also different from running outside. 9 minute pace on a treadmill would be about the same as a 9.45 pace outside.
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astickinmud
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2. Jan 8, 2008 9:07 PM in response to: triandtriagain
Re: Taking the training indoors
I prefer running outside to a treadmill. But, what I DO like about the treadmill is you can set a pace and keep it. And for races, you're less likely to slow down the second half. I like to slowly creep up mph through my workout which is great for that. Even 1 mph faster than your starting speed over a course of your workout makes a differance.
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