1. Find a convenient treadmill near you
2. Decide why you are using a treadmill
3. Follow the instructions on the machine to start it
4. Set a realistic yet challenging time limit, and hold yourself to it.
5. To burn fat, jog at a moderate intensity; To improve your cardiovascular fitness and gain stamina, run at intervals between high intensity and a lower intensity.
6. To evaluate your progress, most modern treadmills also have Fitness Test options that measures your heart beat and other factors and provides you with a score.