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Treadmill Handrails and Gait

Safety and modifications

Covers setup, common faults, and practical modifications for Treadmill Handrails and Gait.

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Holding on when on the treadmill changes you gait cycle by limiting your rotation. Members also tend to lean back and lean while holding on. Most times they are holding on for their safety… but they usually just need to slow their speed to something they can control.