The bottom line. As a form of cardio exercise, using a treadmill is an excellent way of burning calories and losing weight. If you're not sure what type of treadmill workout is best suited to you, talk to a certified personal trainer. They can work with you to create a customized treadmill weight loss program.

Can treadmill burn belly fat?

Not only does using a treadmill burn belly fat, but one of the long-term effects of regular treadmill sessions is that visceral fat will go away for good. Plus, even if you end up gaining some weight down the road, treadmill running not allow the deep belly fat to return.

How long should I be on the treadmill to lose weight?

The target heart rate equals 60%-90% of your maximum heart rate. And your fat-burning zone equal 75%-90% of your target heart-rate zone. The rule is simple: If you want to lose weight by running, than you must be sure that while you exercise, your heart rate is in your fat burning zone (for a minimum of 30 minutes).