The Benefits of Incline Walking & Running
If you’re looking to take your treadmill workouts to the next level, incline training is the secret weapon you’ve been missing.
Whether you’re a dedicated runner pushing for better endurance or a walker looking for a low-impact way to torch calories, adding incline can supercharge your workouts.
With the Freemotion i11.9 Incline Trainer and the Precor TRM 885 Treadmill, you can mimic outdoor terrain, build strength, and get more results in less time.
Let’s dive into why incline training is a game changer and how you can start incorporating it into your routine today.
The Benefits of Incline Training
1. Burn More Calories Without Increasing Speed
Walking or running on an incline forces your muscles to work harder, which means you burn more calories even at a slower pace.
Studies show that a 10% incline can double calorie burn compared to walking on a flat surface.
That means you can get a highly effective workout in less time—perfect for those busy days!
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Freemotion i11.9 Incline Trainer: Offers extreme incline levels up to 30%, allowing you to simulate uphill climbs and maximize calorie burn.
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Precor TRM 885 Treadmill: Features a smooth incline transition up to 15%, making it perfect for gradual endurance training.
2. Strengthen Your Lower Body
Incline workouts engage more muscle groups than walking or running on a flat surface.
Your glutes, hamstrings, calves, and quads all work harder to push you uphill, making incline training an excellent way to strengthen and tone your legs.
Try this:
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Set the Precor TRM 885 to 5%-8% incline for a steady uphill walk to engage your glutes.
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Use the Freemotion i11.9 Incline Trainer at 15%-20% incline for a high-intensity power hike that builds leg strength.
3. Improve Endurance and Stamina
Incline training helps condition your cardiovascular system by making your heart work harder.
Over time, this improves your lung capacity and overall stamina, which benefits both casual walkers and serious runners.
A great way to build endurance is to alternate between incline and flat surfaces to challenge your body while allowing brief recovery periods.
Both the Freemotion i11.9 and Precor TRM 885 allow for smooth transitions, making it easy to implement endurance-building intervals.
4. Reduce Joint Impact
Running on a flat treadmill can sometimes put stress on your knees and joints.
Incline walking or running shifts your weight slightly backward, reducing the impact on your knees while still keeping the workout intense.
The Freemotion i11.9 Incline Trainer is designed with shock absorption technology, which reduces stress on your joints—ideal for those with knee concerns or anyone recovering from an injury.
5. Mimic Outdoor Terrain for Race Preparation
Training for a marathon or outdoor event?
Running or walking on an incline can help you prepare for real-world terrain like hills and uneven surfaces.
The Precor TRM 885 Treadmill is engineered with precise incline adjustments, so you can simulate race conditions indoors and be ready for any challenge.
How to Add Incline Training to Your Routine
Beginner Incline Walking Plan (Perfect for building endurance)
Machine: Precor TRM 885
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Warm-up: 5 minutes at 0% incline
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Workout: Walk at 3.0-3.5 mph
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3 min at 3% incline
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3 min at 6% incline
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3 min at 8% incline
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Repeat 2x
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Cool down: 5 minutes at 0% incline
Advanced Incline Running Plan (For endurance & strength)
Machine: Freemotion i11.9 Incline Trainer
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Warm-up: 5 minutes at 0% incline, jogging pace
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Workout:
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2 min at 6% incline – moderate pace
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1 min at 10% incline – faster pace
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1 min at 15% incline – sprint
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Repeat 4x
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Cool down: 5 minutes flat surface walk
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Incline training is one of the best ways to burn more calories, strengthen your legs, and improve endurance—and having the right equipment makes all the difference.
At Ace Fitness Equipment, we offer top-quality refurbished treadmills like the Freemotion i11.9 Incline Trainer and Precor TRM 885 Treadmill at unbeatable prices.
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