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§ L · Exercises · QuadricepsUpdated 6/2026

Walking on Treadmill

Walking on a treadmill improves aerobic endurance and challenges core stability, especially when increasing the incline.

Muscle group
Quadriceps
Equipment
Machine
Exercise type
Cardio
Technique
Basic technique

Muscles worked

§ 01 · Muscles
Primary muscle
Quadriceps
Supporting muscles
GlutesHamstringsCalves

How to perform

§ 02 · Steps
  1. 01

    Step onto the treadmill and attach the safety clip to your clothing if needed.

  2. 02

    Set the speed and incline, if desired, then start the treadmill.

  3. 03

    Begin walking in the center of the belt and maintain good posture: brace your core and keep your gaze forward.

  4. 04

    Keep a smooth heel-to-toe stride and let your arms swing naturally without leaning on the handrails.

  5. 05

    Slow down and bring the treadmill to a controlled stop before stepping off.

How to get started at the gym

§ 03 · SisuLift

Walking on Treadmill is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.

  • ·A ready training program based on your goal
  • ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
  • ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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SisuLift app workout view

Tips

§ 04 · Tips

Avoid leaning on the handrails so you can maintain core engagement and good posture. Adjust the incline gradually and keep your stride short to help maintain a neutral pelvis.

Walking on a treadmill improves aerobic endurance and challenges core stability, especially when increasing the incline.

More exercises: Quadriceps

§ 05 · Same muscles

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