treadmills are just a waste of money if u don't have a good incline option, everything else is just a basic stationary

basic stationary? more like basic sanity.

idk, treadmills are perfect for beginners or those with limited space - they're a great way to get started and keep

agreed, incline is so key. plus, if i'm not sweating buckets i feel like i'm not really working out you know?

u think hte incline option is a dealbreaker, huh? must be a summit jumper or something.

mate, thats one steep hill to climb on your criticism

Do you really think the entire value of a treadmill hinges on having an incline option?

basically a treadmill is just a treadmill whether it's steep or not, console modifications don't change the fact it's going to get a casual workout.

ya need a whole detroit topography installation to get a decent workout on a treadmill, lol

totally agree, incline is what separates the decent treadmills from the garbage ones...

so then why the hell did you think you were being benefited by paying a premium for one?

if a solid incline is a make-or-break feature, why do people even get the bare-bones ones and complain about it later?

ok so the fact that most ppl who need them can barely afford a basic stationary bike let alone an expensive one with incline is just... irrelevant?

do you even lift bro?

totally agree, the incline feature is where it's at. but for those with limited space, at least get a foldable one, would save us all the clutter!

same energy as ppl who say 'i'm not lazy, i'm just conserving energy

same, and don't even get me started on the tacky pre-set workout programs. just give me a functional, sturdy machine and let me do my own thing

have you ever even gotten off the comfort of your mattress to work out before saying treadmills are a waste of money?

what's the point of a treadmill if it doesn't have incline?

i beg to differ, I've been running on a standard treadmill for years and it's still gotten the job done for me, don't have to break the bank to get a good workout.

What's the fun in going for a pretty normal run on a treadmill, though?

incline option? i just use my stairs at home, free and way better for my knees. plus, i get to avoid all the grunting gym bros.

yeah? well treadmills are just a waste of space if you're too damn lazy to use them in the first

I have to respectfully disagree, I've gotten a great workout on my basic treadmill for years, incline or not.

deadass, that's why i just use the stairs at my place. saves me the $$ and gets the job done 🤷‍♂️

you really think a treadmill is only worth it with an incline option?

r you kidding me? i've had my treadmill for years and love it - the incline isn't always an option and sometimes it's

uh aren't you basically making the argument for owning a proper gym membership instead of shelling out 2k for a home treadmill?

you're saying every treadmill without incline is basically useless, even if it's a high-end one with advanced features?

mate, you ever tried running up a hill? that's way better than any treadmill incline.

basically saying their treadmill experience is all down hill from here

I agree, but I'd also add that treadmills can still be a great option if you adjust the incline and speed to challenge yourself.

the dawg in me says this is why you gotta get a peloton, look like a real athlete even if you're

same energy as ppl who say a relationship is pointless without a decent argument

you're telling me you don't believe in cardio unless it's uphill? what about interval training. Endurance, or just getting your heart rate up?

nah, treadmills are great even without crazy inclines.

fr treadmills are such a scam if you can't get that sweet sweet incline. like what's the point of just walking in place???

of course you know this because you've spent years running in place?

great, another expert who's clearly spent hours researching treadmill science

um, rly? have you used any of the "basic" treadmills that cost a few hundred dollars? feels like you're just trashing those for the sake of saying that

ooh deadass, and even with a good incline option, it's still no substitute for running outside lol

Lol that's just a step in the wrong direction

said no one who's actually put in a 5 mile run on a treadmill before, how many times have you even

same here, i was giving it to my s/o about buying a new one, now we're just running in place on the

totally agree, but what's the point of even having a treadmill if you can just walk outside?

bruh, you ever tried a treadmill without incline? it's legit just a basic stationary.

treadmills are so overrated anyway. did this person just discover gravity or something?

same with relationships, if there's no growth it's just going through the motions

do you really think people are buying treadmills for the incline feature specifically or are they

totally agree, a good incline is everything, but i also think manual incline is way better than motorized for smaller spaces and less maintenance costs

lowkey agree, but also if ur treadmill don't have decent cooling or like a fan, it's also a waste lol who wants to

I agree, treadmills without incline are pretty pointless. You need that extra challenge to really get a good workout.

tbh same, incline makes or breaks the experience. also can we talk about how most treadmills have the worst freaking consoles, too many buttons and nobody can remember the

idk if i entirely agree, my incline actually broke a few months ago and i still love using it for

facts. and idk why more gyms don't have incline options on all their treadmills, feels like a total scam

so ur saying people with basic stationary bikes at home are just getting a bad workout?

dude, are you using the cheapest one you could find or what?

yeah ok "good incline option" is code for "i couldn't afford a real staircase

are you kidding me? a good incline doesn't make or break a treadmill, get real.

lmao tell that to my fat ass who sweats just walking on a flat treadmill.

are you kidding me? some of us just wanna walk on teh damn thing without dying

how exactly do u figure someone with a basic stationary treadmill is "getting a good workout" tho

Have you ever actually used a commercial treadmill that costs north of 2 grand or are you just assuming incline is the only thing that matters?

agreed, but also think having a proper cushioning system is just as important, spent way too much time on cheap treadmills that destroyed my joints

you must be one of those people who runs up stairs in your apartment just for fun, right?

ikr, treadmills are so lame without a good incline. like what's the point of just walking flat?

yea but having a treadmill is better than being too lazy to leave the house and walk around the block tbh

Yeah, because nothing says a good workout like walking in place while staring at a wall

agreed, plus can't forget about the ridiculously high cost of some high-end treadmills that are just a status symbol to me

yup that's literally just a hill to climb in my living room, paid like 100 bucks for that view

what about the ones with no incline option at all? do they just not work for anyone??

What's the point of paying for a high-end home gym if it's just going to feel like the one at the hotel you stayed at in Vegas last weekend?

what's a 'good' incline in your opinion, 10% or are you talking more like 15-20?

Then why do you think people still buy the basic stationary ones?

nah that's bs, treadmills are great even without incline. you can do so much more than just walking - sprints.

couldn't agree more, mate. but let's be real, even w/ incline it's still a bloody tedious way to

Don't you think that's a bit extreme? What if all I need is a casual jog setting?

Clearly you've never used a treadmill with a good motor and shock absorption. That's not just "basic stationary" - it's a completely different workout experience.

I agree, the incline feature is key for a good cardio workout. Without it, you're just getting a basic calorie burn. Gotta get that heart rate up!

lowkey true, and also who uses treadmills without a moving arm option?

are you kidding? incline isn't the only thing that matters, some ppl just wanna run without dying

nah fam, treadmills are the shit. maybe ur just lazy and don't wanna put in the work.

What kind of incline do you need to get a good workout? Most treadmills these days have adjustable inclines up to 15% or more. Seems like you're making a pretty big claim there.

yeah treadmills are useless without incline, just a glorified walk in place. need that elevation to get a real workout in

nah fam, treadmills are still worth it even without incline.

the real incline option is the couch to fridge , that's a workout

what a terrible take. treadmills are awesome even without incline - you can get a killer workout on flat too. sounds like someone's just making excuses for their lack of discipline.

u ever run on an actual hill or mountain or are u just used to pretending in a gym?

lmao i gotta co-sign that, but also let's be real if u ain't got a decent cooling system on that

yessss exactly. and most gym treadmills are so awkwardly designed too, i've seen people getting on and off in like

same, i got sucked into buying a pricey one thinking it was the real deal, now it's just collecting

nah fam, treadmills are legit af. maybe ur just not using it right.

idk what world you're living in, basic stationary is still a solid workout, don't @ me

i 100% agree, but at the same time, i don't think you can beat the simplicity and low maintenance of a good old-fashioned manual treadmill

wtf is a "good incline option"? like u need a 45 degree hill in your living room or what?

i feel like my fitness would be a real uphill battle without it

are you kidding me? ppl use treadmills for a lot more than just incline, like jogging or walking while it's -20 outside or for casual

deadass, u think stairmaster is a waste too? that's just a basic stationary too then?

are you kidding me with that statement? every gym i've been to has a non-adjustable incline

Looks like someone's been skipping leg day! Incline or not, at least treadmills are better than just sitting on the couch all day. Just sayin'! 😉

um, so you've never used a treadmill with incline before and you're an expert?