Conditioning · Coached in Recomp
Incline treadmill walk
The incline treadmill walk is a beginner conditioning exercise for your whole body, using treadmill.
- Main muscles
- Full body
- Also works
- Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Treadmill
- Level
- Beginner
Setup
Set the treadmill to a 6 to 12% incline and a brisk walking speed.
How to do it
- Walk tall without holding the rails.
- Keep a pace where you can speak short sentences.
Coaching cues
- Let your arms swing naturally.
- Shorter steps on steeper inclines.
Common mistakes
- Hanging onto the handrails.
- Going so steep you lean forward.
Breathing
Breathe in through your nose when you can. When it gets hard, steady breaths through your mouth.