More people in the United States buy treadmills than any other type of exercise equipment machines. According to SGMA International, treadmills made up more than 25 percent of all exercise equipment machine sales in 2004. What accounts for the treadmill's consistent popularity? Perhaps the simplest explanation for the unwavering popularity of the treadmill is that it really works.

A Superior Form of Exercise
Doctors and health care professionals agree that the most important aspect of a successful exercise regiment is consistency. Exercise is most beneficial when performed on a consistent, regular basis. It's better to pick up light weights or go for a short walk several times per week than it is to pick up heavy weights or go for a long walk on a sporadic basis. For so many Americans, treadmills are the key to regular exercise.

When you own a sturdy Sole Treadmill, you can exercise just as easily in the snowy winter months and rainy spring months as you can in the sunny summer months. No matter how cold or wet it is, you can exercise in comfort. Own your own treadmill, and you can also work out at any time of night or day. Jogging can be quite dangerous when it's dark outside, and a pre-dawn morning jog isn't much safer than an after-work night jog. When it's dark outside, your best bet is to exercise in the safety of your own home.

Having a Sole Treadmill at home is also a blessing for parents. Mom and dad can make time for regular exercise while still keeping an eye on infants or toddlers. In fact, treadmills make an absolutely ideal gift for new mothers. They allow the new mom to work off baby weight without the inconvenience of finding a sitter and driving to the gym.