Treadmill Walk/Jog
Technique guide
Set-up
- Start the treadmill at a walking pace and step on.
- Clip on the safety key if there is one.
How to do it
- Walk to warm up for a few minutes.
- Build to a pace you can keep for the prescribed time, walking or jogging as needed.
- Slow down for the last minute or two.
Coaching cues
- Stand tall and look ahead, not down.
- You should be able to hold a conversation.
Common mistakes
- Holding on to the handrails throughout.
- Starting too fast.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
Alternatives
Easier and harder versions of this movement, and the same movement with other equipment.
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