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What are the benefits and drawbacks of using a treadmill?
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Benefits: 
1. Increased cardiovascular health due to increased exercise intensity and duration.
2. Improved muscle tone, strength, and flexibility due to the constant motion of the treadmill belt.
3. Ability to vary speed and incline levels for an even greater workout experience.
4. Reduced risk of injury from running on a flat surface.
5. Convenient access to a stationary exercise machine anytime, anywhere.Drawbacks:
1. Limited range of motion when compared to outdoor running.
2. Lack of natural terrain variation can be boring.
3. Treadmills can get hot during intense workouts.
4. Can become monotonous over time if not varied in speed and incline.