Editor's Note:  After this quick survey, you'll be able to determine what price range you should be looking at when selecting a treadmill.

It is easy to figure out the quality of treadmill you need. Of course, if you wish to buy a better treadmill, do so, but this quick and easy survey will help you find out the MINIMUM quality of treadmill that you will need. If you can’t afford what you need, you will have to settle for the best you can afford, but this is a great guideline to not overspend and get what you need!

Circle the answer that bests fits. It will work best if you print it out.

1. Why are you buying a treadmill?
a. I want to walk on my treadmill to lose weight, have light aerobic activity, or to rehabilitate.
b. I want to jog on my treadmill for cardiovascular health and training.
c. I want to run on my treadmill for regular exercise or cross-training.
d. I am planning to use my treadmill for serious training such as a marathon.

2. What is your experience with treadmills in the past?
a. I have never used a treadmill.
b. I have only used a treadmill on one or a few occasions.
c. I have used a treadmill on and off over time.
d. I have used a treadmill regularly

3. Who will be using your new treadmill?
a. I will be the only person using my treadmill.
b. I, along with one other person, will be using my treadmill.
c. I, along with two other people, will be using my treadmill.
d. Several different people will be using my treadmill on a regular basis.

4. How long per day will your treadmill be operated?
a. My treadmill will be used less than an hour per day.
b. My treadmill will be used for more than 1 hour but less than 90 minutes per day.
c. My treadmill will be used for more than 90 minutes but less than 2 hours per day.
d. My treadmill will be used for over 2 hours per day.

5. How much do the people weigh that will use the treadmill?
a. No one who uses my treadmill will weigh over 200 lbs.
b. At least one person who uses my treadmill will weigh over 200 lbs.
c. At least one person who uses my treadmill will weigh over 250 lbs.
d. At least one person who uses my treadmill will weigh over 300 lbs.

Assign the following point values for each answer:
For every (a) you circled, give yourself 1 point.
For every (b) you circled, give yourself 2 points.
For every (c) you circled, give yourself 3 points.
For every (d) you circled, give yourself 4 points.

Now, let’s fill out the following form using your survey information.
For instance, if you answered (d) on Question 2, your form would look like this:
Question 2- 4 points x 3= 12

Question 1- ____ points x 2= ____
Question 2- ____ points x 3= ____
Question 3- ____ points x 2= ____
Question 4- ____ points x 4= ____
Question 5- ____ points x 3= ____

Now, let’s total up the points and place your total here____ .

Compare your point total to the chart and it will tell you which MSRP price range you should consider as a MINIMUM quality level for your new treadmill. Click on the links to see the treadmills we recommend for that price range.

Point Total Price Range
14 Points- $500 or Less
15 to 20 Points- $500 to $1,000
21 to 27 Points- $1,000 to $1,500
28 to 34 Points- $1,500 to $2,000
35 to 41 Points- $2,000 to $2,500
42 to 47 Points- $2,500 to $3,000
48 to 53 Points- $3,000 to $4,000
54 or More Points- $4,000 or More

We hope this survey has helped you establish the minimum standard for your new treadmill purchase and don’t forget to look at our FREE reviews and our Best Buy picks at www.TreadmillDoctor.com before you buy!

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