When you are starting out in the gym, it can be an intimidating place to be and knowing where to begin can be overwhelming. You will encounter many different machines, free weights and equipment that are foreign to you so starting from the basics is an absolute must. Too often, new, enthusiastic gym goers jump in and throw weight around with poor technique and usually with inappropriate weight. Males tend to lift too heavy while our female counterparts lift too light. Both present their own issues thus understanding how to efficiently and correctly perform movements will optimize performance.

The incline walk on a treadmill mimics the action of walking up hills and hiking mountains (to an extent) inside a gym. Of course, you miss out on all that nature has to offer but the exercise is an excellent low impact fat burner. Its also a fantastic way to break up your training if you have hit a plateau, suffered a minor lower leg injury or are simply bored.

Lets look a the pro’s and cons of the incline walk.