I don't recommend manuel treadmills ! You can't jog or run on them ! You have no choice but to hold on to the handles and push the tread below you ! if you let go to start jogging the belt will stop ! I stopped selling them a few years ago cause of the complaints from clients who hurt there backs using them !
Two things to look for in a treadmill ,
1- you need minimum a 2 hp continous motor ! Don't look at peak duty , it means nothing !
2- You want to make sure the frame is heavey enough for your wieght ! When trying it out bring it up to at least a decent jogging speed and make sure it doesn't shake below you !
A few sugestted brands
Trimline (the new models are getting awsome at very reasable prices!)
Pacemaster (probably the best bang for the buck)
Life Fitness (such a sweet machine)
Precor (my personal favorite , but definitly the best on the market!)
If your worried about your knees , try an elliptical traner !
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