A lot of people run on the treadmill, aka: the "dreadmill," since it is sometimes a necessary evil. While you might the soft surface of a treadmill's belt would be beneficial, the problem with treadmills is that you're running at a forced pace which can wreak havoc on your body.
So, is there one best running surface, or is it important to add variety?
Taneen Carvell, ("Coach T") is a triathlete and marathon runner and coach in the Washington D.C. area. Taneen explains how different surfaces can impact the quality of your run and your health.
Taneen Carvell is an accomplished athlete. After running her first 5K at the age of 32— a self-proclaimed "late bloomer" — she immediately signed up for her first marathon. She has since qualified for the Boston Marathon 14 times and competed in her first Ironman Triathlon at age 40. In total, she has completed 20 marathons and six Ironman triathlons, all just 15 years after her very first race.