-out. We’ve put all our reviews, and more tips onto a separate page. Before we set out, though, a word of caution: treadmills are expensive, and they’re complex. A bad purchase could leave you with one more inactive exercise hulk languishing in a corner

up the back of the screen evenly, usually with a bright blue glow). We reviewed 8 good running watches in April 2002:Adidas FX100 £80Adidas SF100 £50Nike Triax 300 £99.99Nike Triax S Series Stamina 100-lap £99.99Polar S610 HRM £180 (with heart

, and you are happy on a narrower belt.Contact: 01782 749100; www.visionfitness.co.uk (*Best below £2000*)Kettler Marathon £1725Defining features 20 programmes, inc heart-rate control and user programmes; 11mph; 51x130cm; 0-15°; 2.5HP; non-foldingWarranty 2

GETTY IMAGESIf you’re just getting started, don’t be befuddled by terms like wicking, pronation or GPS. Get everything you need - not what the shop assistant wants to sell you – with our guide to key kit essentials.If you’ve been running for a