Treadmills 7 Rules of Safety

1. Tie your shoes.
   
   
2. Keep the space around you free of anything that can fall on the treadmill such as: cell phones, magazines, and towels.  Make sure everything is secure.
   
   
3. Use the safety key. It will turn off the treadmill in case of a slip or fall. This device can be the difference between a serious injury or just some damage to your pride. 
   
   
4. Straddle the deck when starting the treadmill. Don’t start on the treadmill or increase the speed to “sprint” and jump on it. Start slow, hold on, step on and then increase speed.
   
   
5. Keep your head up. It may not be the best time to read. If you feel unstable, slow down, or decrease speed.
   
   
6. Stay within your limits. If you cannot run a 6 minute mile on the road, don’t try it on the treadmill.
   
   
7. Come to a complete stop EVERY TIME. If you get off the treadmill for a drink of water. STOP. If the treadmill resets, don't sweat it.