9 Cushioned Treadmills to Elevate Your Home Workouts

While there isn’t much research on how cushioned treadmills affect our bodies, one 2019 study published in Gait & Posture found that a deck with more shock absorption could reduce the impact force of running on the fore and midfoot.

Below, we’ve combined their experiences with intel from running pros to give you all the info you need about the best-cushioned treadmills available today—and how to find the one that will become your at-home “sole” mate.

Whether you’re a serious runner or a dedicated walker, the best-cushioned treadmills can help make workouts easier on your body.

Just so you know