METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREADMILL WITH FRAMELESS TREADBASE

摘要

A method and apparatus for a treadmill (100) having a frameless treadbase. The treadmill (100) is lightweight and inexpensive. A preferred embodiment features an arched deck (108). The arched deck (108) has a first end, a second end, and an intermediate portion, wherein the intermediate portion is has an upward incline or convex arch. The arched deck (108) provides intrinsic cushion and incline. The arched deck (108) maintains a convex arch independent of any structure in the treadmill. Additionally, the arched deck (108) is connected to a front support (102) and a rear support (104), the front support (102) being independent from the rear support (104).