Road Running vs Treadmill

Not sure whether to do road or treadmill running? Both have their benefits and limitations. Ultimately, whichever best suits your physical and lifestyle needs is the best choice.

Road running

 

 

Pros: It's cheap and challenging - all you need is a good pair of shoes. You'll burn more energy due to wind resistance and the absence of a treadmill's forward propulsion, and the variety of surfaces is great on the body. It's also the best training for a running event.

Cons: Bad weather is an easy deterrent, and the greater impact on bones and joints can lead to injuries.

Treadmill running

 

 

Pros: It's easy to monitor and reliable. There are no external factors that can hinder your workout weather, vehicles and pedestrians). You can choose your own pace and gradient, there is less impact on your joints and it's easy to chart your progress.

Cons: Frequent use can hurt your knees, due to a lack of hamstring activation.