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Incline Treadmill Walk

GlutesCalves QuadsHamstrings Compound Treadmill
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How to do it

Starting position

  1. Step onto the treadmill and place your feet parallel.
  2. Start at a low incline and raise it gradually to 8-12%.
  3. Set the speed to a walking pace that suits you.

Movement

  1. Walk, letting your heels touch the ground first.
  2. Keep your stride slightly shorter than usual.
  3. Look straight ahead and keep your chest up.

Breathing

Inhale and exhale deeply at a steady pace.

Trainer tips

  • Let go of the handles and bring your upper body upright
  • Drive through your whole foot and use your glutes

Cautions

  • Be careful not to roll your ankle, and press into the ground with your whole foot.
  • Holding the handles and reducing intensity
  • Leaning the upper body against the machine

If you feel pain during the exercise, stop. If it continues, talk to a professional.

Exercise info

Primary musclesGlutesCalves
Secondary musclesQuads · Hamstrings
EquipmentTreadmill
Movement patternConditioning
Recommended time20–40 min
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Representative exercise: Incline Treadmill Walk

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This information is based on our analysis of public content from evidence-based training experts in Korea and abroad. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Weights and sets differ from person to person. The GYMKC app uses the sets you log to calculate the weight and reps for your next set.