Shod lady wanted to use club treadmill but didn't realize it was running at the time she mounted it, ended up injured.
So reports of the accident prompted this warning:
So reports of the accident prompted this warning:
- 5. Don’t Go Barefoot:There is heat and friction created by the moving belt on a treadmill and the feet need to be protected from these elements. Burns, scrapes, and blisters are common ailments of exercisers who use the treadmill barefoot. Everyone should wear properly fitting shoes when they exercise because their shoes help to absorb the shock of movement and take stress off of their joints. Feet can get caught where the side of the moving belt meets the machine and serious injury may occur. It is especially important to wear shoes when using a treadmill at the gym because fungus and other germs can be spread by bare feet and it is unsanitary. Most gyms do not allow their members to use the treadmill or other exercise equipment without shoes.
- My opinion: Had she been a habitual barefoot treadmiller she would have been more mindful and the accident would not have occurred.
- Also I believe the author is guilty of spreading a multitude of incorrect myths and should be called to task.
- Full story here:
- http://www.itv.com/news/granada/2015-07-14/manchester-mum-suffers-serious-treadmill-accident/