How to do the Incline Treadmill Walk
Step by step
- Set the treadmill to a comfortable walking speed and a moderate incline.
- Stand tall and walk without gripping the handrails so your posture stays honest.
- Take full, even strides and let your arms swing naturally.
- Keep breathing easy and lower the incline or speed if you feel too winded.
The thing people get wrong
Walk at a pace where you could still hold a conversation and take short breaks whenever you need - avoid leaning on the rails, which cheats the effort.
Coaching cue
Take full strides and roll through your whole foot instead of shuffling on your toes.
Stay safe
Clip the safety key to your clothes, and step onto the belt only after you set the speed.
Make it easier or harder
- Easier: Drop the incline to a gentle grade and slow the speed down.
- Harder: Raise the incline a notch, or add time before you add speed.
Muscles worked
- Primary: Cardio, Glutes
What to do instead
Same job, different movement — useful if you don't have the equipment or it doesn't feel right today.
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