It was with a tinge of sadness that my old treadmill, after providing faithful service for the past 10 years or so, finally gave out on me as I was doing my morning routine last week. Many people were amazed that treadmill (I believe it was a Weslo) had worked so well for me over the years. I ran that thing for 35 minutes every morning and then again late afternoon for another 25 minutes, six days a week, 12 months a year. The motor just finally gave up the ghost. They just don't make 'em like that anymore.

I am presently putting together the new treadmill as I type this. It is made by Golds Gym. I read a lot of good reviews on it. Strangely, I read a lot of bad reviews on most, if not all, Weslo treadmills. So, I guess the craftsmanship has suffered over the years. That was my deciding factor when I looked for a new treadmill last week. I hope this new one by Golds Gym can live up to the benchmark set by its predecessor. It was a good one.