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- Does Treadmill Type Effect Running Characteristics
Clinical Trial
Does Treadmill Type Effect Running Characteristics
Traditional treadmills are a popular way to exercise. Lately, Curved non-motorized treadmills are becoming increasingly popular in gyms, clinics and research. It has been previously shown that using a curved treadmill can use more energy and put a greater strain on the body, which is great for exercise. However, little is known about these devices past that. This research will assess if curved treadmills effect your gait while running and if the impact to your body may be reduced with the shape of the treadmill.
- Muscular System
- Nervous System
- Skeletal System
- Curved Treadmill
- Exercise
- Forces
- Muscle Activity
- Running
Eligibility Criteria
- IInclusion Criteria: Participation will be limited to self-identified adult recreational runners. Participants must have the ability to run for at least 1 hour continuously. Participants must also be free of injury that would interfere with running. Exclusion Criteria: Potential subjects will be screened with the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) for any condition that would place them at elevated risk. Any subject with one or more ?YES? responses on this questionnaire will be excluded from the study and will be instructed to see a physician. Participants must be free of injury that may expose them to higher-than-normal risk of harm or interfere with their ability to complete the study. Participants must also be at least 18 years old.
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