Treadmill or Run outside

I'm currently on mine whilst typing this. I usually watch netflix so it flies by the time. I've also lost 1 stone since getting it in Sept.

Treadmill. I use mine every day, not to run..I can't run ha. But I do 10k on it everyday.

Good point

Outside for sure. I get bored really quickly on the treadmill and as others have posted already, it’s too easy to get off!
If it’s bad weather I sometimes do opt for a Peteton treadmill class but if I have a choice it’s always to run outside.

Treadmill for me. It takes away the excuse of ‘not today, it’s too hot/too cold/too windy/too wet’. And I can watch Netflix.

Outside always. Skin is waterproof.

Outside

Morning or night?

Outside. I get bored and fall off the back of treadmills which is embarrassing. But I do have lots of off road running routes and forests I can get lost in.

Outside with some nice quality gym leggings for me :)

Perhaps so; but I assumed that someone so intent on tracking exact stats and speed - to the extent they don't like stopping at crossings or passing other people - was more than a fun runner!

She didn't say he was planning on racing or being a pro runner did she? Maybe he is just running for fun and fitness? Not everything has to be a competition.

My son likes the treadmill because he has control. He likes to be able to increase the incline, track his speed and distance etc. outside too many factors - having to stop at crossings, dodge people, uneven pavements, plus the tarmac is hard on joints

Unless your son only ever plans to race short distances on the track, this is really poor logic. You can get all the stats you need outdoors with a decent watch; plus it's far better training for race conditions where all of the above factors come into play.

There is a reason why pro runners train outside, even when they have the very best treadmills in the world available to them. Kipchoge, after breaking the 2hr marathon, famously said he'd been on a treadmill two times in his life, ever...

My son likes the treadmill because he has control. He likes to be able to increase the incline, track his speed and distance etc. outside too many factors - having to stop at crossings, dodge people, uneven pavements, plus the tarmac is hard on joints.
Recently he has started running on a track outside as he can do that after the gym has closed, but thats the only advantage.

Treadmill broke today 😭😭😭😭 can't run outside as dc is only 4 so not quite at the age of independence while I head out 😂 so I can't vote for either today really.

Outside. Especially in the sheeting rain.

<waves at all you runners from the rowing machine>

Going against the grain here but I definitely prefer the treadmill. Possibly it is slightly easier, although I usually go for between a 2-4% incline. I ran outside for years and hated every minute of it and had an epiphany when I started running on the treadmill, I actually enjoy running! I think because I don't get cold and wet and I either listen to an audiobook or watch tv so I barely notice that I'm running. I get a better endorphin rush after. I accept that for fitness and health though running outside is probably better for you.

Outside, every time. Treadmills are tedious and leave you far more susceptible to injury, as @Lastqueenofscotland2 said. Also, treadmills are very difficult to do long runs on, due to the temptation of just being able to stop when it gets tough. You can't just stop 18 miles into a 20 mile run when you're outdoors, as much as you might want to, as you need to get home...

Outside! Much better for your mental health imo. And cheaper! And better for the planet! Mind you I like running in the rain though!

Treadmills are horrendous for overuse injuries. It’s all so repetitive, whereas outside your constantly slightly adjusting your stride.

Outdoors. Love it.

In awful weather or on non-run days, I do an indoor les mills on demand HIT-type class, so my outdoor runs are about slow and steady, enjoying the parks and streets, and my audiobook.

I actually prefer the treadmill and I’ve gotten so much fitter and toned using it. I use it in a gym though and just find I’m way more focused and run for much longer. I find outside way more distracting . I also go for a swim and use the sauna after running so it’s a good motivator , I also go every second day as I’ve paid a lot for a family membership so that’s also a motivator.
l love fresh air but prefer to enjoy it when out walking. But it’s a great feeling coming home after a run in the rain.

Outside. It means I actually have to get home once I've had enough, rather than just hit a buttonand stop. Can run much further outside!

Outside. Fresh air, stuff to look at, no need for any fancy equipment. And I don’t get anything like the same mental health benefits from treadmill running as I do from a good run outside, even in unpleasant weather.