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Watch These People Using the Treadmill Wrong — Daily Distraction

Staff Writer — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:19:58 +0000

[onescreen item="5018912"] A treadmill is great for exercise. That seems simple, right? But people keep finding new—and hilariously entertaining—ways to mis-use this seemingly straightforward piece of equipment. All we can say is thank you. We are very grateful to all teenagers who think it’s a good idea to put a skateboard on a treadmill. Or [...]

William Staub, Inventor of the Treadmill, Dead at 96

Shauna Wright — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 17:30:27 +0000

Fitness pioneer William Staub, who invented the treadmill, has passed away at the ripe old age of 96.

And if you think you’re too old or out of shape to use his invention, think again — he was using one himself until just a couple months ago.

10 Exercise Machines To Avoid: What To Do In Their Place.

Chris Allen — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 18:15:15 +0000

With everyone wanting to find the perfect thing for them this fall to keep in shape or maybe lose a few pounds, this will help. Most people attempt machines they have no business being on. First I should say you should have a trained professional help you if you are going to get a good work out with machines. Most of the time you can do your own work out at home or the gym without hurting yourself on a machine you don't understand. The bike, stair stepper and treadmill still are great machines.