Treadmill

Abstract

An improved treadmill is provided that includes a base frame, a platform and an endless belt. The treadmill in accordance with the invention is characterized in that the platform includes a cushioning pad with a thickness ranging from 1 to 10 mm and is stuck to a top surface thereof, and that a smooth wear-resisting layer is attached to a top surface of the cushioning pad in such a manner that the wear-resisting layer and the cushioning pad are fitted to form a whole and the wear-resisting layer is interposed between the endless belt and the cushioning pad for providing more comfort and reducing the exercise injuries to a minimal extent.

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       7 . A treadmill comprising: 
 a) a base frame having elongated bars longitudinally extending parallel to each other at two sides thereof;    b) a platform extending between the opposing elongated bars;    c) a roller positioned at a rear end of the elongated bars;    d) an endless belt engaging the roller for an endless movement on the platform;    e) a first cushioning pad with a thickness ranging from 1 to 10 mm disposed on the platform; and    f) a smooth wear-resisting layer overlaying a top surface of the first cushioning pad to be interposed between the endless belt and the first cushioning pad,    wherein the platform includes:    i. a lower plate affixed to the elongated bars;    ii. a second cushioning pad overlaying the lower plate; and,    iii. an upper plate interposed between the first cushioning pad and the second cushioning pad.