Treadmill advice

[Nomad]

So I go to the gym a lot , the Mrs just walks as much as possible on the street and winter,rain and so on can limit that , so  said I’d get a treadmill ,put it in the basement in front of a tv for her . She doesn’t run , walks maybe half hour plus , don't care about one’s with programs, fancy screens and so on , an old lady will walk while watching reruns of the A Team .

Id like a decent one for the above needs, the “ net “ wasn’t much help,as it’s all about running and fancy programs ,any thoughts or experiences? I was thinking $500 but that seems a pipe dream , but perhaps $800 ? And I’ll look,used as well 

Thank you 

 

[NYRturkeycall]

Don't know much about treadmills but it seems like you need the basics.  This would do the job around your lower price point

https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/sunny-health-fitness-sf-t7515-smart-treadmill-with-auto-incline-17svzusmrttrdmllwtrd/17svzusmrttrdmllwtrd?sku=18831538

Edited February 5, 2023 by NYRturkeycall

[crappyice]

Check your Craigslist....they are a dime a dozen I bet especially after dry January is over and resolutions are long forgotten!

 

[GreeneHunter]

26 minutes ago, crappyice said:

Check your Craigslist....they are a dime a dozen I bet especially after dry January is over and resolutions are long forgotten!

 

X2 That ... ask the local Planet Fitness how usage drops off mid to late February , home treadmills collect lots of dust !

[SportsmanNH]

38 minutes ago, GreeneHunter said:

X2 That ... ask the local Planet Fitness how usage drops off mid to late February , home treadmills collect lots of dust !

X3 on what Crappie suggested .   Nomad for the heck of it I just checked my local Craigslist . There were 49 wishful thinkers selling their treadmills and 31 listed for " Free " . Some of the free ones say " Used Once " or Used Very Little " and  " Almost New " .   Surprised there wasn't any of them telling it how they really feel and say  " Get This Freakin Thing Out Of Here ! " 

Edited February 5, 2023 by SportsmanNH

[Nomad]

I should have been clearer , I’m looking for any recommendations on brands to get and ones to avoid as most home gym equipment is subpar , I’m looking for something decent but basic. ( the Assault Runner elite I use at the gym would be a bit much for her ) 
 

I’ll look used sure, but anything given away free, i probably don’t want it anymore than they do .
 
Perhaps I’ll go to a workout equipment store to get specific brands and models that fit the bill then look for them used .

 

Edited February 5, 2023 by Nomad

[Wolc123]

There are other calorie burners that are easier on the joints and less-likely to cause arthritis issues in later years, including stationary bikes and rowers.  
 

Those can also be used in front of a TV screen, watching old reruns.  I would try to steer her in that direction, if I was in your shoes.  

[Nomad]

23 hours ago, Wolc123 said:

There are other calorie burners that are easier on the joints and less-likely to cause arthritis issues in later years, including stationary bikes and rowers.  
 

Those can also be used in front of a TV screen, watching old reruns.  I would try to steer her in that direction, if I was in your shoes.  

I use every type from Jacobs Ladder, to water rowers , walking is what she does . As far as later years she’s 70 now …her joints are good as many are made of titanium !

Here I am on Jacobs Ladder with a 45# vest on , that’s a workout ! 

[GreeneHunter]

6 hours ago, Nomad said:

I use every type from Jacobs Ladder, to water rowers , walking is what she does . As far as later years she’s 70 now …her joints are good as many are made of titanium !

Here I am on Jacobs Ladder with a 45# vest on , that’s a workout ! 

I think we might have the same Barber !  LOL