TREADMILL VERSUS TRACK

Whether you run for fitness or for fun there has always been the age-old question, to use the mill or not the mill.

Running outside versus running on a treadmill might seem like the same thing.

However, there are some major differences that set them apart — besides the physical fitness benefits you gain one way or the other, there are some elements running on a treadmill has that a jog outside doesn’t necessarily have.

The temperature inside a gym or house can be changed with the push of a button.

It could be an uncomfortable 32 degrees outside with high UV readings, the benefit of a treadmill is you can run in the aircon in the comfort of a gym without getting sunburnt.

The decision of what route you’re going to take when you go for a run might depend on the amount of time you have to run, traffic and toilet breaks.

All these interferences are irrelevant when you run on a treadmill; you think you have an hour to exercise, and suddenly you have to pick up the kids — stepping off a treadmill is a million times easier than running all the way back to where you started outside; you also can’t get lost on a treadmill.

Turning the tables, we can also look at running outside as a positive.

Want to get that daily Vitamin D you never get from sitting in an office?

Going for on outdoor jog will guarantee you get that much needed fresh air.

Maybe you don’t want to be disturbed while exercising, going for a run on the road will ensure you get the exercise you want without cutting it short for others.

Everyone knows we need exercise to stay fit and healthy, and running has always been an effective workout.

So, whether you run inside or outside should be determined by your lifestyle, and what you enjoy more.

Don’t get bored in a building if you want to run in a park and do try to make the most of your exercise.