Great video. My Trotter 685 goes 20% uphill. Doing a lot of uphill sprints will 100% bulletproof your running biomechanics & make you a much more efficient-powerful runner. Curved mill has advantages, but lack of incline is a major disadvantage.
I wish this was me demonstrating your tips! I played competitive ⚽️ all my life and I LOVE sprinting! Out of the 3 tips in the video, the only one I’ve naturally picked up is landing very softly on my tippy toes, I’ve been praised very often for my speed by coaches and players alike which is why I wish I knew about the cheek to cheek tip and the less 🦶🏿 time on ground tip aswell!
If you like HIIT and like doing full sprints, this is the one to get. Regular (motored) treadmills usually max out at 12mph. Since this doesn’t have a motor and you propel the belt with your feet, you run at any speed you’re capable. I sprint at around 17-18 mph. The transition from walking to jogging to sprinting in whichever order you want is seamless and organic. Another advantage is that the maintenance is very low. You just have to lubricate the rollers once in a while, and you don’t have to worry about any motor failing. A disadvantage, the price. I just bought one, the AssaultRunner Elite and it’s expensive. However, I absolutely love it, and since the belt is made of heavy rubber tracks, it’s low impact on the knees.
A lot of people prefer the ergonomics of a curved treadmill. In my experience I love that it can speed up and slow down with your cadance, rather than needing to wait for the belt to speed up before you can sprint.
@@Lex_nyc Is the curved treadmill louder than the motorized? Because this treadmill in the video sounds extremely loud, and i want something quiet for my home. Also, do you think a curved treadmill for 350€ is worth it, or is it a piece of junk? I see some of them go up to 2000€ so i'm wondering if i'm buying a gimmick or something good. Thanks!
@@twentytwo138 Curved treadmills are quieter than motorized treadmills as they have no motors. However, the sound level goes up a bit when you sprint. They are not silent but I think they are quieter in general than regular motorized treadmills. As for the really cheap treadmill you came across, I don’t know about the quality of it’s construction. When I did my research before I purchased my treadmill, it seemed like the cheapest one that I would consider was in the $2000 range. Mine was about $4000, and it’s not even the most expensive one out there. There are treadmills that go upward of $6000. The number of bearings, the quality of the bearings, the quality of the belt slats, etc. matter. The belt slats are basically suspended on its two edges on a row of bearings and rollers on each side inside the base. This actually helps to minimize the impact on the knees. The design, the weight of the belt, the incline etc., all work together to provide a natural running experience. If someone is making a treadmill for €350, I’m not sure where they’re cutting costs or cutting corners. They perhaps provide a basic running experience but I don’t know if the feeling would be similar to using a higher-end one. Also, I would question it’s longevity in terms of trouble-free performance. Sprinting on a treadmill puts a lot of force on the belt, the bearings, the belt alignment, etc., so if it’s not well-built, the belt could become misaligned pretty quickly among other failures.
But......... a 5:00 mile uphill @ 10% ='s a 4:10 mile so save yr sprints for full tilt outdoor efforts---treadmills main advantage is holding a strong pace for a long time. ( pacing& threshold development)
There is nothing “traditional” about a treadmill, they’re ALL devices, and all unnatural. But these have been scientifically proven to actually IMPROVE your running stride. Do some research before making stupid blanket statements about something you know nothing about.
It’s literally more natural than a traditional treadmill. There’s nothing natural about the floor moving under you and in fact the biomechanics are significantly more similar between real running and manual treadmills like these
Great video.
My Trotter 685 goes 20% uphill.
Doing a lot of uphill sprints will 100% bulletproof your running biomechanics & make you a much more efficient-powerful runner.
Curved mill has advantages, but lack of incline is a major disadvantage.
I wish this was me demonstrating your tips! I played competitive ⚽️ all my life and I LOVE sprinting!
Out of the 3 tips in the video, the only one I’ve naturally picked up is landing very softly on my tippy toes, I’ve been praised very often for my speed by coaches and players alike which is why I wish I knew about the cheek to cheek tip and the less 🦶🏿 time on ground tip aswell!
Thank you so much⭐️ I hear you. Im sure you still got speed and I’m so glad these tips helped.
What is the advantage of this over a regular treadmill?
If you like HIIT and like doing full sprints, this is the one to get. Regular (motored) treadmills usually max out at 12mph. Since this doesn’t have a motor and you propel the belt with your feet, you run at any speed you’re capable. I sprint at around 17-18 mph. The transition from walking to jogging to sprinting in whichever order you want is seamless and organic. Another advantage is that the maintenance is very low. You just have to lubricate the rollers once in a while, and you don’t have to worry about any motor failing. A disadvantage, the price. I just bought one, the AssaultRunner Elite and it’s expensive. However, I absolutely love it, and since the belt is made of heavy rubber tracks, it’s low impact on the knees.
A lot of people prefer the ergonomics of a curved treadmill. In my experience I love that it can speed up and slow down with your cadance, rather than needing to wait for the belt to speed up before you can sprint.
@@Lex_nyc Is the curved treadmill louder than the motorized? Because this treadmill in the video sounds extremely loud, and i want something quiet for my home. Also, do you think a curved treadmill for 350€ is worth it, or is it a piece of junk? I see some of them go up to 2000€ so i'm wondering if i'm buying a gimmick or something good. Thanks!
@@twentytwo138 Curved treadmills are quieter than motorized treadmills as they have no motors. However, the sound level goes up a bit when you sprint. They are not silent but I think they are quieter in general than regular motorized treadmills. As for the really cheap treadmill you came across, I don’t know about the quality of it’s construction. When I did my research before I purchased my treadmill, it seemed like the cheapest one that I would consider was in the $2000 range. Mine was about $4000, and it’s not even the most expensive one out there. There are treadmills that go upward of $6000. The number of bearings, the quality of the bearings, the quality of the belt slats, etc. matter. The belt slats are basically suspended on its two edges on a row of bearings and rollers on each side inside the base. This actually helps to minimize the impact on the knees. The design, the weight of the belt, the incline etc., all work together to provide a natural running experience. If someone is making a treadmill for €350, I’m not sure where they’re cutting costs or cutting corners. They perhaps provide a basic running experience but I don’t know if the feeling would be similar to using a higher-end one. Also, I would question it’s longevity in terms of trouble-free performance. Sprinting on a treadmill puts a lot of force on the belt, the bearings, the belt alignment, etc., so if it’s not well-built, the belt could become misaligned pretty quickly among other failures.
But......... a 5:00 mile uphill @ 10% ='s a 4:10 mile so save yr sprints for full tilt outdoor efforts---treadmills main advantage is holding a strong pace for a long time. ( pacing& threshold development)
Great advices ... I can tell.
Thanks for watching!
How does it feel to be barefoot on this? Is it comfortable?
These treadmills good for long runs? How much harder than running outside? Same?
I find them harder to run on than normal treadmills. Its similar to running outside, but I suppose it depends on the model
Running 2 miles on assault is like 6 miles on the road. I run on both .
These are good tips for sprinting but not for distance running
Yes I agree I’m a sprinter. Distance athletes do well from interval sprints so it would help in a different way.
Is there any feature that can retain on a certain speed?
no, just your position and effort.
I tried it at the gym last time without knowing how to use it I was shocked when it started on its own I almost fell
Very helpful. Thank you 😊
Which make & model is this??
I think this is the AssaultRunner Pro.
Its the assault, not sure the model. skill mill is great also
How do you repair these ?
Can you really run on them barefooted? That would be a HUGE difference compared to normal treadmills.
Yes the models I’ve tried have been ok to run barefooted. Yes much more intense.
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How do you not fall ?
Practice, use side rails when needed
Love these treadmills, not the price.😢
I know right
Great! He looks like he's your sibling!
Haha thank you
Why is he barefoot?
That is an excellent question
Balance
Proprioception. Its important to train with and without shoes.
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Best to avoid running on this unnatural device. Stick to traditional treadmill devices.
There is nothing “traditional” about a treadmill, they’re ALL devices, and all unnatural. But these have been scientifically proven to actually IMPROVE your running stride. Do some research before making stupid blanket statements about something you know nothing about.
It’s literally more natural than a traditional treadmill. There’s nothing natural about the floor moving under you and in fact the biomechanics are significantly more similar between real running and manual treadmills like these