What's the best treadmill for me?

Question

We need one that is slightly small, but not hamster-wheel small ;) I need to start conditioning for soccer and I want to lose weight. My mom wants to lose weight also. What treadmill will be best for us? We want to use it often. I have patella-femoral syndrome, making it hard for me to run. Will running on a treadmill increase my muscle aroudn my knee to push my bones into place? Thanks! Oh, and I saw the NorticTrack on TV or something. Is that good? Or won't it help? Thanks!

Answer 1

If running is hard on you I would consider an eliptical machine, I use one instead of a treadmill due to back issues, they burn calories much faster and feel like a better workout (for me at least)

the eclipse 1100 HR is pretty small and a good one :)

Answer 2

For soccer training try running on hilly hiking trails.  It's better exercise for strength and endurance and will also develop your agility.

Answer 3

Based on your condition, get an "Elyptical machine," just google that and you will see what it is and how much easier it is on your joints as opposed to a manual or motorized treadmill. It also works your body and burns fat exactly the same way a regular treadmill does.