How many steps per day is healthy?
The myth of 10,000 steps a day is persistent. Good news: health benefits start at 6,000–8,000 steps. Whether you choose a walking pad or a treadmill, you’ll easily hit your daily step goal.
How many calories
do you burn on an incline treadmill?
Want to burn calories faster while boosting your endurance? Training on an incline treadmill is a smart choice. In this blog, you’ll discover exactly how many extra calories you can torch with incline workouts, plus all the benefits, expert tips, and a handy comparison table.
Why training with incline is so effective
An incline treadmill simulates uphill walking or running⛰️, activating your glutes, hamstrings and calves more intensely. Your heart rate climbs quicker, resulting in significantly higher calorie burn than on a flat setting. Incline sessions help you shed more calories and improve cardiovascular fitness simultaneously.
Calories burned with vs. without incline
The calories you burn depend on several factors🏃♂️➡️:
- Your body weight
- Your speed
- The treadmill’s incline angle
- Workout duration
In the table below, see how walking and jogging compare, both flat and at 6 % incline:
| Activity | 70 kg person | 85 kg person |
|---|---|---|
| Walking (5 km/h, flat) | ± 130 kcal | ± 160 kcal |
| Walking (5 km/h, 6 % incline) | ± 180 kcal | ± 225 kcal |
| Jogging (8 km/h, flat) | ± 280 kcal | ± 340 kcal |
| Jogging (8 km/h, 6 % incline) | ± 370 kcal | ± 450 kcal |
The benefits of incline training
- 📈 Greater muscle activation: Engages glutes, hamstrings and calves more intensely.
- 📉 Reduced joint impact: Shock-absorbing deck cushions every step better than asphalt.
- ⏱️ Perfect for HIIT: Alternate between flat and incline for powerful interval sessions.
- ❤️ Improved endurance: Higher cardiovascular load boosts overall fitness.
Is an incline treadmill right for you?
Incline workouts are ideal for anyone who wants to burn more calories without running—just hike at a brisk pace. Runners love it too: uphill training intensifies each run, even at home. Explore our range of adjustable incline treadmills and find your perfect match!
Conclusion
A 6 % incline can boost calorie burn by up to 30–40 %. Whether walking or jogging, you’ll get more out of every session without upping your speed. It’s a simple way to accelerate fat loss, build endurance, and strengthen muscles. Check out our next post on losing weight with a treadmill! 🏁
What is the best treadmill for home use?
Working out at home is more popular than ever. Whether you want to lose weight, improve your fitness, or simply stay active, a treadmill for home use is the perfect solution. But which treadmill best suits your needs and living situation?
Treadmill vs Outdoor Running Which is Better?
Treadmill vs. outdoor (hard) running? Get out into the fresh air or comfortably get your miles in at home? Running at home has its advantages, but so does running outdoors. In this blog, we have listed the pros and cons.
Compare Sportconic treadmills: our models
Choosing the right home treadmill depends on your fitness goals, available space and workout intensity. At Sportconic you’ll find everything from compact fold-away machines to advanced treadmills with built-in training programs.
How many calories do you burn on an incline treadmill?
Want to burn calories faster and boost your fitness? Training on an incline treadmill is a smart choice. Discover here how many extra calories you burn with incline treadmill training.
How can you lose weight with a treadmill?
Are you looking to lose weight and are you considering a treadmill for your home as a tool? Good news! The treadmill is an excellent way to burn calories, improve your fitness and ultimately lose weight.
All the benefits of a treadmill
More and more people are choosing to exercise more and a busy gym does not sound attractive to most. A treadmill at home is the solution for anyone looking for comfort and convenience.
Treadmill lubrication: How to lubricate your treadmill
Just like any other fitness equipment, proper maintenance is key to enjoying your treadmill for as long as possible. One of the most important maintenance tasks is lubricating your treadmill. In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how easy it is to do it yourself!