Treadmill

Abstract

An improved treadmill is provided that includes a base frame, a platform and an endless belt. The treadmill in accordance with the invention is characterized in that the platform includes a cushioning pad with a thickness ranging from 1 to 10 mm and is stuck to a top surface thereof, and that a smooth wear-resisting layer is attached to a top surface of the cushioning pad in such a manner that the wear-resisting layer and the cushioning pad are fitted to form a whole and the wear-resisting layer is interposed between the endless belt and the cushioning pad for providing more comfort and reducing the exercise injuries to a minimal extent.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The invention relates to an improved treadmill, and more particularly, to a cushioning pad disposed on a top surface of a platform or embedded therein for providing a sufficient cushioning comfort and reducing noise and exercise injuries to a minimal extent during an exercise session. [0003] 2. Description of the Related Art [0004] Nowadays, most of the modern people living under stress have little time to take exercise. So, indoor exercise apparatuses become very popular. The treadmill is one of the most popular fitness apparatuses. [0005] One conventional treadmill includes a platform extending between opposing sides of a base frame for supporting an endless belt. However, the platform is made of hard material and doesn't provide the cushioning elasticity. So, walking on the platform that is as hard as a concrete floor is very uncomfortable. Moreover, a great noise will be made. In addition, walking on the platfor...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

[0008] It is a primary object of the invention to eliminate the above-mentioned drawbacks and to provide an improved treadmill that provides more comfort in use and won't subject operators to exercise injuries.

[0009] It is another object of the invention to provide an improved treadmill that can reduce noise to a minimal extent.

[0010] It is a further object of the invention to provide an improved treadmill that is smoothly operable for prolonging the service life thereof.

Problems solved by technology

However, the platform is made of hard material and doesn't provide the cushioning elasticity.

So, walking on the platform that is as hard as a concrete floor is very uncomfortable.

Moreover, a great noise will be made.

In addition, walking on the platform will easily transfer the reactive force to the feet of the operator, thereby causing unnecessary exercise injuries.

However, this kind of configuration will adversely affect the endless movement of the endless belt.

In spite of the point cushioning support offered by the rubber pads 31, the weight (W) of operator's feet acting on the platform 32 via the endless belt 33 will cause instability and discomfort due to insufficient elasticity, make a greater noise as well as shorten the service life of the treadmill.

These are drawbacks of the prior art that are required to be overcome.

Images