Originally Posted by koffee brown
No, it's equally bad whether I have the incline on or off. Bleah.
But I've never read any study or articles that state an incline leads to less of an impact. I have read the studies that show that the impact comes from the ball and heel of the foot hitting the ground. I would have to assume that the ball and heel hits the ground, whether it's on an incline or on a flat. Interesting, though. Next time I read through my running books, I'll see if there's something mentioned (I like the books by Jerry Lynch, I think he's wonderful).
Koffee
you know, treadmills give running a bad name (hah, I'm listening to bon jovi right now...)
I know i've said this before, but when you run on a treadmill, its even worse then being on a trainer with a bike, since running is a more strenious. I suggest that you bundle up and run outside. you dont need to get as bundled up when running since theres not the constant windchill of biking, so its a lot easier to do outside. and, you get the benifits of being able to look at the scenery for inspriation like you get when cycling.
also, I think the reason for the impact being lessened is that your foot doesn't fall as far. think about running downhill, your foot has to travel farther, and can pick up more speed before it hits the ground.