How To Move A Treadmill

Jul 19, 2024 By Treadmill Doctor

Fitness

Step 1: Separating the Top Pedestal from the Base Frame

I moved my own treadmill from downstairs to upstairs to provide you with a hands-on experience. Start by carefully separating the top pedestal from the base frame. Take extra care to avoid pinching or damaging the communications cable and treadmill power cord.

Step 2: Wrapping Each Section in Moving Blankets

After removing the four bolts, I wrapped each section of the treadmill in moving blankets. This step ensures protection in case of contact with walls or corners during the move.

Step 3: Carrying the Sections Upstairs with Assistance

With the help of a second person, we carried each section of the treadmill individually up the stairs. This approach ensures safety and prevents dropping or damaging the machine during transportation.

Step 4: Reassembling and Testing the Machine

Once all the sections were safely upstairs, we reassembled the machine and performed a test to ensure proper functionality. This final step allows you to verify that the treadmill is working correctly after the move. Treadmill moving

Before you start…

Keep in mind that most treadmills are VERY heavy. Mine was over 300 lbs. fully assembled. So even in pieces, treadmills can be hard to handle. Make sure that you have enough people to carry the machine without dropping it or hurting yourself. In the case of moving a treadmill, more hands can be better.

If you need any additional tips, shoot us an email at doc@treadmilldoctor.com or if you are disassembling an elliptical, shoot us an email at edoc@treadmilldoctor.com

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Clark Stevenson

Let's set the record straight : we're not actually doctors, much as our mom would love to brag otherwise. We're two brothers from Olive Branch, MS, who have an MBA, an MDiv, and a Master's in Political Science between us-but no MD.

Over the years though, we've certainly earned our specialties in "elliptretics" and "treadmllology" - and Clark really did start out by using a stethoscope to diagnose faults with treadmills ( hence the company name).

In fact, we've been in this industry since Clark was still In school in 1987 - when the commercial fitness equipment Industry was only a few years old. And It's no longer just us two: today we're a team of 32 fitness- equipment enthusiasts, - all devoting our lives to keeping your machines in peak condition.