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Electric treadmills are more expensive than manual treadmills simple because they are more powerful, last longer and are generally better built. If you are set on buying an electric machine then you will want to start thinking about where to buy a good electric treadmill machine. Your local newspaper will have some listings, both for used machines in the classified section, to ads for sports equipment suppliers. When you decide to go shopping however you should first decide what 3-4 programs you will need and how much room you have available to store the equipment. You will also want to dress in loose clothing to enable you to test the machine in the store.

You also have the option of using the internet to make your purchase. You will not have the option of trying the machine out but it is much easier to research the machines, the companies and read any relevant reviews online. There are sites like eBay where you can buy very good electric treadmill machine for as much as 50% off retail and have the assurance that the seller has had to pass through eBay´s screening process. You can also find a good electric treadmill that is up for auction and get as large or even larger discount from the retail price.

If you want to find a good electric treadmill machine and do not mind used you can also think about contacting the local gyms, fitness centers and even sports teams and asking if they are selling any of their old equipment. Much of this equipment has been used hard but is still in working shape and a little cleaning and polishing will make it look like new. A machine like this will not last as long as a new one or even a used one that had one family of users. The discount you can get though may be worth it to at least take a look.