Treadmills can form an integral part of a get fit, stay healthy fitness plan.
They are a handy piece of equipment to be able to use especially where inclement weather prevents you from getting out for a run in the park or your time is limited and you don't have a full blown gym at your disposal.
However, in the current stressful economic climate, most people need to watch their cashflow very closely.
On the other hand, exercise is a great stress reliever and leads not only to improved physical well being, but improved mental vitality and agility as well - all great assets to have when you are under pressure and need to perform optimally for extended periods of time.
So can you have the best of both worlds - fit and healthy at a bargain basement price? Absolutely! It will take some patience, but can be done from the comfort of your home or office (or an internet cafe with a coffee to smooth the way).
The treadmill industry is extremely competitive at the best of times, but the best bargains are still to be found online on the large auction sites.
Here minimum pricing is often done away with in order to gain a competitive advantage and move stock, or you might find someone who has to sell their treadmill for any number of reasons and needs to get rid of it in a hurry.
Whatever the scenario, you can be sure that anybody offering a treadmill for sale on an auction site is a keen seller.
They are not trying to attract you into their shop in the hope that you can be persuaded to buy something bigger and better and more expensive.
They are selling a treadmill, and want to make it as attractive as possible in order to secure a sale.
So if you are wanting to buy a treadmill, consider looking online - it could be one of the most cost effective decisions you make this year!