The 12-3-30 treadmill workout is popular on TikTok and in the fitness world.
It is a low impact exercise and is apparently a lot harder than it seems! Let's dive into the detail and see how and if this 30 minute exercise could work for you😍
What does the 12-3-30 workout entail?💪🏼
The workout goal is to keep your heart rate elevated without running on the treadmill. This trend requires you to walk at a moderate pace (3mph), on a steep incline (12%) for, yes, you guessed it, 30 minutes!- Set the slope of your treadmill to 12%
- Adjust your speed to 3mph
- Engage in a 30-minute walk
What could be the possible advantages of the 12-3-30 workout?🤔
This workout may not be everyone's cup of tea, but here are some of the potential benefits,- It's a low impact workout - winner!
- It could help to strengthen the lower body.
- Incline walking or running can boost heart rate improving cardiovascular fitness.
- It could boost your endurance
- It could be a quick and effective way of getting in your steps whilst working up a sweat.
How to do the 12-3-30 properly🚶
Before starting your workout, learn how to do the 12-3-30 workout correctly and safely and make suitable adjustments for you and your body. Some things to consider...- Maintain good posture by keeping your shoulders back, stabilising your core, and try not to lean back.
- Avoid jumping straight into doing the 12-3-30 five days a week, especially if you're a beginner. This may result in injury or burnout and there are lots of other things to enjoy in our leisure centres to keep you active.
- Warm up before doing the 12-3-30 with five minutes of walking at an easy pace without an incline. Repeat this as a cool-down after completing the workout.
