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The more you want to use it, the more we would recommend that you go for high quality treadmills.

When you understand the basics of a quality treadmill, then it will be easy to find one that is perfect for your home and budget.

Long or short workouts determine the quality of motor you need for your treadmill.

I usually end my treadmill routine with about 15 minutes of quality stretching.

Researches have shown, that during exercising most people forget to breath deeply or they are unable to integrate their breathing pattern with the exercises causing them muscle pain and fatigue after the workout.

Weight Loss Backlash
When you lose weight, you probably expect, or at least want, people to be supportive and complimentary. It's nice to hear things like, "Wow, you look amazing!" or "You look so good, I kind of hate you!"

Unfortunately, not everyone will respond to your weight loss in a positive way. They may be jealous or they may be a little confused if your appearance has changed dramatically. They may not even realize they're not being supportive, but whatever the case, it's possible you'll get one or more of the following reactions to your weight loss:

• The backhanded compliment - "You look great! Wow, you must have lost a ton of weight." This person may not realize they've just suggested you once looked like a big fat cow.
• The behind-the-back gossip-fest - Some people may say nice things to your face, but then talk about you behind your back. This situation happened at a job I once had when a woman opted for gastric bypass surgery. Some people in the office decided this was 'cheating' and that this somehow meant the woman was less successful. The woman inevitably heard about the gossip and felt so bad, she ended up finding another job.
• The weight loss monitor - Then there's the person who watches every move you make and says things like, "Should you be eating that many carbs?" or "If you don't watch it, you'll put all that weight right back on." That person may be a busybody, or he or she may genuinely think that kind of advice is helpful but, either way, it can drive you crazy.
• The saboteur - "You're so skinny! You should put on more weight." Now, this type of comment isn't always meant in a negative way. To some people, you may look too thin - or, it could be that you are too thin and people are concerned. However, sometimes this reaction comes from jealousy and it can be frustrating when you feel like you have to defend yourself.

Reader Success Story: How Steve Became an Exerciser
Going from couch potato to exerciser isn't always the smoothest transition, but that journey usually starts with a moment of stunning clarity. Not to get all psychological, but there's often a moment when you realize - "Man, I am in sad, sad shape." It may be because you see a picture of yourself or you try on a pair of pants that used to fit or your doctor raises an eyebrow after you get on the scale.

In Steve's case, his moment came when he realized he'd gained so much weight, he couldn't even get his socks on. Steve had a pretty good reason for getting so out of shape. With a sick wife to take care of every day, he barely had time for himself, but he realized he would have to make time if he wanted to have enough energy and strength to take care of her.

Steve started right here at About.com using the beginner workouts and now, two years later, he's lost 35 lbs. As he says, "It is never too late to start to exercise," and he's proof of that, having turned his life around at 62.

Read more of Steve's story and share your own story if you've got one. Thanks, Steve, for sharing your story and proving that anyone can turn things around, no matter what their circumstances. Great inspiration!

Reader Success Story: How Steve Became an Exerciser originally appeared on About.com Exercise on Thursday, July 1st, 2010 at 05:00:30.

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