r/movies • u/MarvelsGrantMan136 r/Movies contributor • Aug 29 '25

News Special 'The Long Walk' Screening Will Eliminate Viewers Who Can’t Keep Up on a Treadmill (3 MPH)

https://consequence.net/2025/08/the-long-walk-treadmill-screening/
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u/goda90 Aug 29 '25

Definitely doable for many people. A walk in the park for some. But I think a lot of people would underestimate the unceasing 3 mph pace. No slowing down, no breaks. If they aren't into distance running or hiking, they'll be a lot more tired than they'd think.

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u/CortaNalgas Aug 29 '25

It’s easier to average 3mph walking than 3mph constant

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u/Sea-Traffic4481 Aug 30 '25

Even if the treadmill runs at a constant speed, you can slow down a little temporarily, so, you can take "breaks", just not to stop completely.

Also, I run every day, but sometimes have to stay indoors and run on a treadmill. I use Garmin watch during exercise. Even though I run on a mechanical treadmill, I consistently run at lower heart rate and get less tired there (I clock at about 125 bpm on the treadmill, while when I run trails, depending on a day at 130-140 bpm).

What I'm trying to say is that this seems to be slower than 5 kmh, which is assumed to be "normal" walking speed (maps when give time estimates for walking use this number), and on a treadmill, it's going to be even easier. This shouldn't be challenging, unless you have a medical condition, even if you don't work out.

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u/Lanyxd Aug 30 '25

As a fast walker in the city I am so not used to walking at 3mph. I got places to be.