Do you dream of buying a treadmill, but the price is putting you off?  Do you wish that you could buy a cheap treadmill that was also high quality?  If you are patient and get a little creative, you should be able to find this great piece of exercise equipment at a price that you can afford. 

Don't let a lack of a lot of cash stop you from getting a great exercise machine that can help you stay in shape. Follow these tips to beat the high price and find a cheap treadmill that you can afford:

~ Start by researching. You might not be able to afford the best, but you want to know what the best is. Know what constitues a quality machine including information about motor size (horsepower), thickness of the walking tread, and shock absorption. Understand the pricing of differnet equipment so you have an idea of what you can afford and know when you find a great deal! 

~ Consider buying used. There are lots of people that buy exercise equipment each year and then it ends up collecting dust in a corner of their home. After a few years of having them take up space, they are often ready to get rid of them. This is a great way to find a cheap treadmill to buy. Check your local newspaper, Craigs List, eBay, etc. Just make sure to check any used treadmill very carefully and try it before buying. 

~ Talk to your local health club to see if they sell used machines. Health clubs restock their exercise equipment often as they always want to have the latest and greatest for their members.  However, their items are likely well used, so you'll want to make sure that they are still in good shape. The up-side to this option is that health clubs often purchase the best treadmills on the market, so you can possibly get a really good deal on a very high quality piece of equipment. 

~ When buying a new machine, choose quality over all the features. You want to have a treadmill that will work well for a long time - all the heart monitors and work out settings aren't nearly as important.

~ Don't forget the internet! You may be able to find a great deal on a cheap treadmill by looking online. Try to find a deal with great shipping to get additional savings.