There are some cases where you can keep a treadmill outside and others where it is not possible. For example, if you live in a cold region with dry weather and not much rain or storm, the air is mostly fresh, then it’s the bestest to keep the treadmill outdoor.
If there is no big issue of wind, storms, heat, and stormy rains, you can put your treadmill easily outside in balcony, yard or garage.
The main thing to keep in mind when considering putting the treadmill outside is the thought of safety for both the people using it and not using it.
Safety should always be considered when deciding where to place any type of equipment in your house.
Safety issues to take care of when you are putting the Treadmill outside:
- A secure easily visible wire of electricity connection to treadmill, so that no one will trip over it.
- Safe covering for treadmill after workout just like you have a car cover.
- A shade for treadmill against all weather especially rain and stormy wind.
- A clean spot because outdoor is dusty even if it doesn’t look like it.
- And lastly, regular servicing because a machine like treadmill will require it anyway be it indoor or outside.
Equipment that will keep an Outdoor Treadmill Safe
1. Waterproof Treadmill Cover
Waterproof treadmill covers are the ultimate solution to the treadmill safety from rain, heat and snow outdoors.
It is designed as a large sheet that wraps around the frame of the treadmill and allows you to keep the machine safe no matter what is happening outside. They can be put on and taken off in less than 60 seconds.
2. A Treadmill Safety Key
A treadmill safety key provides a way to ensure that the user does not fall off or lose their balance while running on the machine.
It is an effective way to prevent falls and other accidents in a gym setting. The key is attached to the machine, and it can be easily accessed from various angles.
Most treadmills come with an in-built safety key, if you have lost it or your machine is a 2nd hand one with no safety key, then please do make sure that you buy one.
It will turn off the machine, if you stepped wrong or couldn’t keep up with the pace of running. So for safety this key is necessary to have.
3. Extension Cord with Long Wire
Extension cords are a common household item that is used in a variety of situations.
They are typically used to provide an outlet from the wall after an appliance has been plugged in. This extension cord can also be used with a portable power source to provide electricity to the appliance.
Extension cords are useful for providing electricity when there is not a nearby outlet.
They can also be used to make sure that appliances don’t lose power when they’re being moved around the house.
For a treadmill placed outside, this specific extension cord will be a really useful one because of the long wire it has.
You can also use this extension cord for many other useful electric appliances at home.
Does cold weather affect treadmills?
Cold weather could affect treadmills if, for example, the machine is not insulated enough.
On the other hand, treadmills are often built for both indoors and outdoor, so they will not be affected by weather changes.
Unless it is too hot outside.
There is no evidence that cold weather affects treadmills so this question should be considered as an opinion rather than fact.
How cold is too cold for a treadmill?
No amount of cold is too cold for a treadmill. Treadmill’s refrigeration system will be able to keep the machine at an optimal temperature if the ambient temperature is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius).
Low temperatures is never an issue. It’s only hot weather that create problems.
In summers, there is a possibility that your treadmill will produce a lot of heat but at some point the machine will automatically go off if the temperature of the machine gets too high.
Can you put a treadmill on balcony?
Yes, a treadmill can be put on a balcony or anywhere else outside as long as it has a water-resistant surface. It will also need to have a sturdy base so that it doesn’t topple over when you are on it.
And as long as safety measures mentioned above are in place, you can put your treadmill on a balcony or anywhere outdoor in home.
Final Word:
The use of treadmills has exploded in popularity and today they are used for a wide range of purposes and settings.
There are many benefits to using outdoor treadmills as well as drawbacks.
If you want to reap the benefits and avoid the drawbacks, then take care of the safety measures and make sure that your treadmill is safe outside and has all the necessary equipment available for use.
One last thing, is that some outdoor treadmills emit a lot of noise pollution, so you either have to fix it through servicing or change your treadmill to a one that doesn’t make a lot of noise.
Check out the the A-Z of 5 different types of treadmills to determine which one is best for you.
