Almost everyone will have days where they want to work out but dread leaving the house. Having fitness equipment at home eliminates that problem! If you’re thinking about at-home gym equipment but aren’t sure where to start, many people begin with one of the most common and widely used machines—the treadmill. There are many benefits of owning a treadmill. We’ll talk about just a few below! 

Exercise whenever you want.

Many gyms close at normal business hours. Whether you work unusual hours or are simply a night owl, that might not work for you. Having a treadmill at home will allow you to work out any time, day or night. This convenience is one of the biggest benefits of owning a treadmill!

Save money.

Treadmills are an investment. They might seem pricey up front, but quality machines will last you years to come. Having a treadmill at home will allow you to cut the expense of a gym membership from your monthly budget, and will likely save you money as the months go by.

Save time.

How long does it take you to get to the gym? Between getting ready, traffic, parking, and setting yourself up once you’re there, you may have been able to log twenty or thirty minutes on a treadmill at home. You’ll be able to accomplish more with your day when you eliminate that inconvenience.

Exercise more.

When you work out at a gym, a fifteen-minute pocket of time between engagements is not at all enough time to work out. But with a treadmill at home, you can get a quick jog in easily. This will allow you to work out more frequently, helping you stay on top of your fitness goals.

Don’t worry about inclement weather.

Heavy rain, snow, and ice storms will no longer prevent you from working out with an at-home treadmill. Instead of having to brave the weather simply to get to and from the gym, your exercise equipment is right at home.

Have privacy.

Especially if you’re just starting a fitness plan and are a little self-conscious (we’ve all been there!), many people enjoy the privacy at-home exercise equipment offers. Not a single soul is watching you, and you won’t have the intimidating marathon veteran on the machine next to you! This lets you work out and improve at your own pace with confidence.

Track yourself.

Many treadmills have the ability to track their runner’s stats—your average pace, burned calories, and overall distance. But with the gym’s many members, that’s not an option. Owning a treadmill in your own home will allow you to track your progress easily!

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Now that you know all about the benefits of owning a treadmill, are you ready to look at some for your own space? If you’re looking for home or office gym equipment, treadmill or otherwise, be sure to check out Fitness Gallery. We have several models of treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals, and other fitness equipment for your home or your company’s office—we can help you choose a single piece of equipment or build an entire home gym!

To learn more, please visit our online store, or stop by our showrooms in Denver (CO) or Highlands Ranch (CO). Our knowledgeable staff can help you find the perfect equipment for your fitness goals.