Anyone have recommendations for buying a treadmill?  Good brand and model for home use?

Yes, I am thinking 55"X20" minimum, 60"x22" would be better but they get pricey at that size...

Will do, Thanks!

I prefer the elliptical machines (if I'm going to use a machine for exercise) - and I especially like using them with no hands - I think it helps develop all the minor muscles and tendons.

Quote from: el cogollero on August 15, 2010, 01:46:03 AM

I prefer the elliptical machines (if I'm going to use a machine for exercise) - and I especially like using them with no hands - I think it helps develop all the minor muscles and tendons.

Elliptical actually negates some of the benefits of weight bearing exercise due to the floating pedals.

would you say the same about swimming or treading water?

Samjohn, I'm good with that but the wife will take some convincing.  I am all about making the wife happy.  When she is happy, I am happy.  Seems to work out well like that in our house.  Since she has joined me in the home gym and doing heavy weight training (as well as eating caveman with no complaints), I think she will get her treadmill.

Quote from: Wlfdg on August 15, 2010, 07:44:35 AM

Quote from: el cogollero on August 15, 2010, 01:46:03 AM

I prefer the elliptical machines (if I'm going to use a machine for exercise) -

Elliptical actually negates some of the benefits of weight bearing exercise due to the floating pedals.

would you say the same about swimming or treading water?

Yes and road cycling as well.

and I especially like using them with no hands - I think it helps develop all the minor muscles and tendons.

If you really want to develop the interstitial muscles of the lower leg walk barefoot on natural surfaces, often, esp. sand or mud.

I'd recommend to check there are programs useful to you...I'll explain.
Plenty of treadmills have cardio programs, some have interval programs. Or also programs of uphill running where the treadmill changes the incline while you go...I'd look for that.