DIY running wheel for cats

Many pets are accustomed to leading an active lifestyle. At home, a loving owner needs to monitor the physical health of his pet. As it turns out, it's not just hamsters or chinchillas that need a running wheel. Recently, such a simulator has found its use among cat owners.

DIY running wheel for cats

Who would like a cat exercise machine - a running wheel?

Cats, like people, differ in character and temperament: some can spend the whole day on the couch, others need constant movement.

Passive cats play reluctantly, sleep 20–22 hours a day, are calm and slow. Active ones clearly demonstrate the hunting instinct, restlessly rush around the entire apartment, play a lot and noisily, splashing out their energy. In this they differ little from their wild relatives: in nature, such cats can cover a distance of more than 10 km at night in search of food. If every day your pet wakes you up in the morning with noisy running around, joyfully pounces on every new toy, jumps on furniture, then this definitely means that you are the happy owner of an active breed of cat. A running wheel will come in handy in a home where representatives of active breeds such as Siamese, Bengal, Abyssinian, Kurilian Bobtail, Egyptian Mau, Balinese and others live.

Cat in a running wheel

City apartments are cramped for such cats, they limit their hunting territory, so tailed fidgets endlessly run around the house, jump on windows and curtains, damage furniture, causing trouble for the owner. It is especially difficult for pets if the owners do not have the opportunity to take the cat for a walk. Cats may begin to mark their territory at home by running restlessly around the rooms. The simulator will help calm the animal and redirect attention.

The treadmill wheel is very popular in Europe, and this exercise machine has recently appeared on Russian shelves.

Now it can be purchased at any pet store, which allows every owner to take care of the health of their cat, or to make it themselves.

Best answers

Marilyn Borscho: How unadvanced everyone is, they are ready to laugh because of their own lack of erudition. I saw what you were talking about - a miracle! I don’t know where to buy it, even though I’m from St. Petersburg. But I think you can ask in search engines or order from the States (there are no such problems with offering such a plan).

KatyuSha: Hah, you can buy a treadmill, they are made especially for animals), and what about Kitty swimming with fat*)

Stas Fenas:Are you sure that the cat will want to run around in it?

Maria Bryukhova: Does the cat want this?

Irina: I really doubt that the cat will run in this wheel... Only if it is closed on all sides, and the cat has nowhere to go. But this is already a mockery of an animal. If an animal is obese, then it is easier to feed it a little less...

Natalya: I haven’t seen it anywhere here either. In my opinion, they are not imported into Russia. A

Victor Kiver:in the store

Maxim Urumov: poor animal..

Inna Rozdina: Not every cat will want it, that’s a fact. Just look on the bulletin board for offers on building scratching posts and handmade houses. Call and ask if they would make such a wheel. Search for photos on the Internet and provide as much information as possible about what you want. Or write an ad with a desire for such a miracle.

Illarion Grinchuk:

Benefits of a running wheel

A treadmill is similar to a human treadmill. It helps the cat lose excess weight, strengthen the cardiovascular system, muscles, and lungs.

The wheel will be useful for overweight cats and will help them get into good physical shape. Spayed and neutered cats are most susceptible to overeating. As in humans, this can lead to serious heart disease, metabolic disorders, and stress on internal organs and joints.

Together with proper nutrition, such a simulator will allow your cat to stay healthy and lose extra pounds.

The simulator can replace a scratching post. The inner covering is made in such a way that the cat can rest on it with its paws. The animal will use the running wheel when it is bored or the owner is not at home. If there are several cats in a family, then the simulator will be an excellent play complex for them.

Running on a wheel allows your cat to burn off some energy.

Design, shapes and sizes

Such structures combine a place for relaxation and playgrounds. Play complexes for cats are different in structure. Some are a simple composition of different levels of sun loungers or imitate a cozy cave, inside with soft blankets and pillows. Each play complex for pets pre-determines the places where animals rest alone. All kinds of wooden climbing frames also help the cat find itself in the improvised world of nature. In the rest areas of the lower floor there is also a wall, a climbing frame and two or three small ottomans. Combining ladders, platforms, and caves will help the cat keep in shape, do warm-ups and periodically chase “prey.” Although the cat is domestic, it is still a predator.

What types of running wheels are there for cats?

The operating principle of all running wheels is the same. The main difference is in the design and material used. Exercise machines are usually made of wood, plastic, metal or corrugated cardboard. Each material has its own positive qualities and disadvantages.

Wood is the most versatile, environmentally friendly and natural material for making cat running wheels. Most often, products made from light plywood are offered. For its basis, trees such as birch, walnut, oak, and pine are taken. The wooden exercise machine will fit perfectly into the interior of the apartment and will delight your pet every day. If you want to make a homemade wheel from wood, then keep in mind that it must first be treated to prevent rotting and its condition must be monitored.

The weight of a wooden exercise machine is from two kilograms or more

The plastic wheel is light in weight and easy to assemble at home. It is convenient to clean, but like any other thing made of plastic, such a simulator can quickly break down and repairing it will be problematic.

The plastic wheel looks aesthetically pleasing

The metal wheel is reliable, stable, durable, easy to clean, but most often it is solid and bulky, so it is inconvenient to transport. Such products are most often made by the owners themselves in home workshops.

A metal wheel is more reliable than others, but also heavier

A cardboard wheel is perfect for kittens and light weight cats. It is much easier to assemble than wood or plastic, but quickly becomes unusable. Many cats like to use cardboard objects as scratching posts, so sometimes paper scraps form next to this simulator

Cardboard wheel may not last long

Table. Comparative characteristics of materials for making wheels

Some craftsmen use a combination of different materials to create a wheel. The resulting hybrid options are with a base made of plywood or iron and a running part made of corrugated cardboard.

By design, the wheels are either open or semi-closed. The first option assumes that the cat can enter the wheel from any side. In the closed type, one side is adjacent to the wall and is completely closed. Depending on the design option, a rotation mechanism is installed. In the open type, rotation is carried out by rollers under the wheel itself on the bottom of the stand. Such a wheel is less stable and can “walk” slightly under the weight of the cat. In the closed type, the mechanism itself that allows the wheel to spin is located on the side and allows the structure to maintain balance. If the pet is too reckless and energetic, then if he loses coordination, the side wall will be able to align his trajectory and will not allow him to fall off the wheel.

To make the cat “spin on the wheel” more actively, some models are equipped with various teasers in the form of a laser beam or a toy mouse. It is better to make such toys removable so that the cat does not get used to them.

There is a special coating inside the exercise machine to prevent the cat's paws from slipping while moving. It can be carpet, rubber, felt, foam mat. The modern market offers a choice of wheels with a wide variety of designs:

• with different wheel shapes (round, polygonal);
• with different designs for the back wall;
• different colors;
• running wheels built into play complexes;

A large play complex will give your cat a lot of positive emotions

Selection of materials

A house for a cat, with all the additions, is usually assembled from construction remains. This is completely justified, because many (or even all) surfaces of the finished structure will be covered with fabric, textiles, entangled with ropes, etc. So if you have leftover building materials, you can use them. There are two requirements for materials (all):

1. They should not have a pungent odor. At least the kind that the human nose perceives. Natural odors (wood, wool, etc.) do not count. If the material was purchased recently and there is a chemical smell, leave it outside to air it out.
2. Materials should not be electrified. Static discharges are very unpleasant for cats, so they do not like open plastic surfaces. Also, don't use silk.

Different designs, but the same materials

All the requirements, but there are still wishes. Do you want your cat to quickly and actively explore the house? Let the building materials sit in the house for some time. They will be saturated with familiar smells and will be explored by curious animals. A complex made “from materials saved” in the house will be received with greater favor.

Base materials

If you look at the photo, the cat house consists of different parts and they can be made from different materials. The list of basic materials is as follows:

• House (kennel): chipboard, thin boards, twig weaving, newspaper tube weaving;
• Vertical/inclined parts: round - plastic sewer pipe, paper (cardboard) pipe on which linoleum is wound, tree trunk, wooden beam; A cat house can also be made from a tree trunk.
• inclined - boards, chipboard, fabric;

Hammocks - fabrics, ropes. Platforms - wood, chipboard, plywood. The wood does not need to be sheathed. It is enough to sand it (the best option from the point of view of cats), it can be coated with water-based varnish or impregnated with wood oil. Chipboard and plywood will have to be covered with textiles.

Only the tree trunk, as a material for the cat complex, requires explanation. Everything is literally: take a tree, peel off the bark if it falls off. Use the branches as stands for placing houses, platforms, and baskets.

What to sheathe with

Twisted rope made of natural fibers is suitable for arranging scratching posts: jute, linen, hemp, sisal, etc. Take a thicker one with a diameter of several tens of meters at once - if the base is not wooden, you will have to wrap all the pipes with rope.

Shelves and houses are sheathed with dense material with short pile, usually carpet. The shorter and denser the pile, the better. Long and furry ones only look good, and while they are new, over time they accumulate dust, hair, various debris, and the cat’s home becomes the cause of allergies (yours or the cat’s).

Upholstery/paneling - not too fuzzy

The color of the upholstery is generally unimportant for cats - they do not react to colors. Therefore, you can choose “to match the interior”, the most “practical” color, the color of your pet’s fur, contrasting with the cat’s fur... any.

Fastening

To make your homemade cat house safe, you should think about the fasteners. It is not advisable to use self-tapping screws, since wool can cling to them; you should not use staples either - they can be dangerous for claws (both types of fasteners are suitable if they are covered with upholstery). There are, in fact, only two types of fasteners left: glue and nails, and the glue is only PVA. Cats tolerate it well, as it does not smell after drying. Ropes and upholstery are glued onto it, and shelves, houses and everything else are nailed.

Cat climbing frames with hammocks

You can also make it safe to use self-tapping screws. Drill a hole under the cap with a diameter larger than the diameter of the cap, install fasteners, and cover with putty. Yes, just like when making furniture, but what can you not do for the safety of your pet?

And one more thing: if the cat complex turns out to be too high, it is better to fix it. To the floor or to the wall, or to both the floor and the wall. Otherwise there may be problems - there have been cases when cats collapsed the structure.

How to choose a running wheel in a store?

When choosing a wheel, first of all, you need to pay attention to its size so that your pet feels comfortable. A standard wheel for medium-sized cats is considered to be a simulator with a diameter of 80 cm or more, but veterinarians advise not to skimp on the length and to purchase a wheel of 1 m or more so that the cat does not have to bend its body unnaturally and does not injure the spine. The optimal width of the treadmill is 30-40 cm.

You should pay attention to the inner shell of the simulator, on which the animal will not slip when moving. The best option for covering a cat wheel is carpet or felt.

Wheels can be solid or prefabricated. When ordering a simulator through an online store, they will send you a prefabricated wheel, which you will need to assemble yourself, piece by piece. The price for such a device varies from 10 to 25 thousand rubles. The simulator can be ordered both from Russia and abroad from individuals or in various stores.

Factory wheels will look great in any interior

Step by step instructions 2

The structure will require three pillars: one 220 cm, the second – 120 cm and the third – 80 cm. On paper, mark the location of the supports, in which the longest one should be closer to the wall. The pillars are arranged in a triangle from highest to lowest.

Transfer the markings from the stencil onto the surface of the plywood. Attach each post with four long nails, drilling holes of a smaller diameter. Secure the outside supports with corners 55x20 for the large one and 35x40 for the remaining ones.

Then make the same markup for other platforms. A 12 mm feather drill will ensure a straight hole. The slots should be a couple of millimeters larger than the posts.

Create five to six platforms of any shape - maybe semicircular. Place the platforms on the posts and secure them at the desired level with the corners. At the end, cover the areas with carpet.

For the house you will need 2 sheets of plywood 75x50 cm, cut into 4 rectangles. The floor, roof and side walls are attached to each other with metal corners using short self-tapping screws. Make a semicircular hole on one of the walls - the future entrance.

Wrap the posts with rope. It is most convenient to attach the rope with staples and then wrap it tightly. To keep them tight, tap them with a hammer every few turns. The scratching posts are ready.

DIY running wheel for cats

Cat owners often make exercise equipment for their pets with their own hands. The most common option is wooden running wheels. You can find many models of wooden exercise machines online. Most often, birch plywood or chipboard is used. Let's look at some designs.

Wooden running wheel

Model No. 1. Wooden running wheel

To make this model you will need the following materials and tools:

• plywood;
• Sander;
• double sided tape;
• rope;
• roulette;
• Miter saw;
• rollers;
• knife;
• rail;
• fasteners;
• bolts with nut;
• Dremel;
• pipes;
• bearing;
• glue;
• beam;
• pencil;
• carpet

Stage one . We will need two plywood circles with a diameter of 92-100 cm. We connect them together with bars.

Start of wheel production

Stage two. We glue the slats for the running drum around the circumference.

The process of making a running wheel requires some carpentry skills

Stage three. Cut out two semicircular platforms for the stand. For an open type of simulator, we make a rotation mechanism on a stand: we install two rollers on both sides, due to which the wheel will move.

The wheel runs on a bearing

Stage four. If you plan to make an open type of wheel, then the middle part of both plywood is cut out, and the mechanism is installed from below. All that remains is to glue the carpet to the inside. The wheel is ready. If you want to make a closed type, then cut out only one of the walls. To create a rotation mechanism, look at the following steps.

Stage five. The wheel rotates on an axle, which consists of a bolt with a bushing, so you need to increase the space for its installation. A square of plywood is glued to the back of the wall, and a decorative gear is placed on the front.

The gear can be cut out with a jigsaw or bought at a hardware store

Stage six. Let's make a stand from two boards, a support and bars for the stand. The boards themselves have pre-installed bearings.

Manufacturing and fastening of the wheel support

Stage seven. We make an internal path from carpet. You can attach it using double-sided tape or glue.

Carpet scraps can be purchased cheaply at the construction department.

Stage eight. A protective coating is applied to the finished simulator. Assembly is complete.

Model No. 2. Wooden running wheel with steel profile

There can be several variations of running wheels for cats

This version of the simulator assembly requires a welding machine. The manufacturing procedure is a little simpler than the previous one. To create a wheel you will need:

• steel profile;
• plywood;
• welding machine;
• boards;
• fasteners and wrench;
• jigsaw;
• bearings;
• wooden barrel;
• dye;
• wire;
• drill;
• roulette.

Stage one. First, the steel frame is welded: for this it is necessary to weld a rectangular steel frame onto which the wheel is attached. At a distance of 10 cm from the edge, weld a steel crossbar on the opposite side. Using a welding machine, weld two platforms for connection at the crossbar site at an angle of approximately 30-45 degrees.

Stage two. The base for the running drum is round, so it is not easy to make it by hand. A wooden barrel is best suited for these purposes, but it is advisable to bolt its boards together in advance so that they do not fall apart. For the closed wall of the wheel, cut a plywood base. It should be slightly smaller than the inner diameter of the barrel.

Stage three. Having dealt with the drum and the back wall, you can begin assembling the structure of the treadmill, painting the drum with paint in advance. We connect the bushing and the drum with bolts so that the wheel can rotate freely without deviation to the left or right.

Model No. 3. Running wheel based on a bicycle one

Bicycle wheel for cats

The running wheel, which operates like a bicycle wheel, can support the weight of two adult cats and can be installed on any surface. The wooden drum has a diameter of 100-110 cm. Using the same principle, you can make a metal wheel with your own hands using a welding machine.

Reliable design, but requires metal welding skills

Model No. 4. Cardboard running wheel

This version of a homemade simulator is the simplest and most economical; assembly takes much less time. To work you will need:

• corrugated cardboard;
• glue or double-sided tape;
• professional knife for cutting cardboard;
• scissors;
• a rag made of cotton fabric;
• carpet

Stage one. Cut out a rectangular area for the stand. Glue perpendicularly with three pieces of cardboard, curved under the wheel area. Pre-cut identical holes on the sides of the curved parts for the rollers, close the structure on both sides.

Cardboard blank

Stage two. Attach the roller to the sleeve on one side and push it through the holes in the structure, placing the bolts on the sleeve so that they come into contact with the cardboard. Put on the second video. Perform the same operation on the other side of the rack.

Connecting parts

Stage three. Prepare the covering surface of the structure by first wetting it with a wet cloth. Separate the skin of the cardboard from its main part. As a result, we get a soft surface that rests quietly on the edges of the structure, completely covering it from above.

We continue to work

Stage four. We cut out four identical rings with a diameter of 46 cm and a thickness of approximately 3-4 cm. Place the first pair of rings on top of each other and use the soft part of the separated corrugated cardboard, placing it along the entire inner diameter. Place the remaining pair of rings on top of the cardboard.

The work is moving towards completion

Stage five. We connect the resulting wheel to the stand and glue the carpet track with double-sided tape. The wheel is ready!

Video - Cardboard cat trainer

"High-rise"

Singles value places at altitude most of all. This makes it easier for them to inspect their possessions. The house can be placed on a warm windowsill or nailed to the wall. For small pets, it is enough to make a structure on a leg with a height of 15-20 cm.

Purchase:

• plywood (12 mm) size 75x50 cm;
• poles made of timber 50x70 cm (total 4.2 m);
• carpet on jute base 1x2.5 m;
• rope 20 m;
• corners 15x20 mm, 40x45, 55x20, 35x40 and a pair of large ones for attaching to the wall.

Before you begin, create drawings and dimensions for proper fabrication.

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How to train a cat to ride a wheel?

Don't expect your cat to spin a wheel all day long, like a hamster or a squirrel. The respiratory system of a cat is designed in such a way that it can withstand maximum load for 30-40 seconds. This is exactly how much it takes for a cat in the wild to catch its prey. They spend the rest of their time tracking and lying in wait for their prey. To understand the delights of running in wheel to wheel, the cat needs to get used to and examine the new furniture, not be afraid of the noise and movement of the wheel itself.

The first step is to move your games that you usually play to the area of ​​the wheel or to the room where it is located. Use a laser, mouse, bell, or other teaser to get your cat to step onto the treadmill several times. It will take 2-3 days to get used to the simulator. Hang the toy on the side of the drum, above the cat's reach. In pursuit of the toy, the cat will make several movements and the wheel will begin to rotate. If this works, then after 10-15 seconds let the cat take possession of the toy. If the cat gets scared of the wheel and jumps out of it, then you need to continue playing near the simulator without rewarding the cat with a toy.

Physical activity is extremely important for cats

Over time, your pet will get used to the wheel and playing inside it. Do not forget that at the end of the hunting game the cat must get what she wants. Veterinarians advise not to keep your cat constantly excited and to give it rest between games to regain its strength.

We study the technical characteristics of “cat simulators”

Modern pet stores offer several models of cat exercise machines. As a rule, they differ in certain parameters:

1. Size. The most common wheels are those with a diameter of 800 and 1200 cm. Of course, it is worth taking into account the size of the “athlete” himself. However, veterinarians advise not to save on extra centimeters. It will be much more comfortable for a cat to run in a large wheel; he will not have to bend his body unnaturally, and this will help keep the spine intact and avoid its curvature.
2. Internal coating. The inside of the wheel should be lined with material that will prevent the paws from slipping. This can be carpet, felt or any other material. Otherwise, an athlete cat may even damage his paw if it falls off during exercise.
3. Wheel structure. Some models of cat exercise machines have an internal wall. It can play a very big role if the cat is very active and passionate. In the heat of running, such an animal can even fly out of the wheel. The wall will prevent such cases, allowing even the most dynamic animal not to interrupt training.

Ab roller: exercises, which muscles are involved, effectiveness, reviews

There are quite a lot of exercise machines that are compact in size, but can make working on the body much more effective.

One of them is the abdominal roller, exercises with which are aimed at strengthening the abdominal muscles, but also allow you to work with other muscle groups.

Not only trained athletes, but also beginners taking their first steps in the world of sports can perform exercises with the simulator.

The exercise machine can be found in almost any sports store or purchased online. The names may be different: abdominal roller, abdominal wheel, sports wheel, gymnastic wheel, gymnastic roller. In fact, these are names of the same simulator.

What is a simulator?

The ab wheel fully lives up to its name. In essence, this is a wheel with handles attached on both sides. The simulator can have one or two wheels or provide the ability to install/remove an additional wheel.

The diameter may vary, but usually ranges from 15-20 cm (the smaller the diameter, the more difficult it is to practice). The simplest models have ordinary plastic handles, while the more advanced ones have rubberized handles, which is much more convenient and safer when practicing.

Modernized models can be equipped with foot pedals, which allow you to expand the list of exercises and work more actively on the lower body. You can also purchase a wheel trainer with handles, which will have a built-in trimmer with tensioners (expanders).

What to look for when choosing

When purchasing a gymnastic roller, it is important to correctly assess your capabilities and needs, as well as analyze product offerings on the market. This is necessary in order to buy a simulator specifically for your level, and also not to succumb to the tricks of consultants in stores, for whom sometimes it is much more important not to help the client find a suitable option, but to sell him a more expensive model.

A trainer with a return mechanism is the best option for beginners. It makes training easier and minimizes the risk of injury. But unlike a simple wheel that does not have a similar function, it does not produce such a high load.

Working out with an ab wheel that has two rollers is much easier than with one. This type of exercise machine maintains balance better, although it makes the load lighter.

A roller with a shifted center of gravity is more suitable for those who already have experience with a simple wheel and are ready for more complex loads. This model is not recommended for beginners.

When choosing, you should pay attention to the weight of the wheel. Light weight models are easier to work with, heavier ones are more difficult.

A wheel with pedals is usually chosen by those who exercise professionally. This simulator allows you to significantly diversify the set of exercises with it and get the best results. Even more options for performing exercises are provided by the simulator, which is additionally equipped with a trimmer with tensioners. It allows you to increase loads by using cable tension.

What muscles are strengthened when working with a simulator?

Ab roller exercises are aimed at working primarily the upper body, namely the arms, shoulders, abdomen, back and chest. But when they are performed, a significant load is also placed on the muscles of the lower abs and lower back; the buttocks, quadriceps and hamstrings are additionally involved.

When performing exercises with a wheel in the “plank” position, almost no part of the body is left without load. A wide range of options for using the simulator also allows you to work on hidden muscles, while achieving the best results.

Exercises with the wheel are also recommended for those who are too early to think about working out muscles and simply need to lose excess weight.

How to pump up your abs and other muscles using a wheel

There are quite a few exercises that use a gymnastic wheel. The principle of operation is always almost the same, but the starting position changes.

Down on my knees

Holding the handles of the roller with straightened arms, rest it on the floor and place it strictly under the shoulders.

Slowly begin to roll the wheel forward to the distance of outstretched arms, and just as slowly return to the starting position. This is the simplest option, but quite effective for working out the abs.

To work on the oblique abdominal muscles, a similar exercise is performed, but the roller does not roll forward, but slightly to the side of the body.

Down on one knee

In this case, the second leg is moved to the side. The exercise is performed similarly to the previous one. It is also possible to roll the roller both forward and to the side.

Half-standing emphasis

Kneel with one foot, the other rests against a wall or other reliable surface. Holding the roller in your hands, roll it forward and backward as much as possible, keeping the center of gravity on it.

Standing emphasis

Feet shoulder-width apart, arms straightened, roller resting on the floor. Roll it forward as much as your physical training allows, then go back.

Sitting on my knees

Roll forward to a lying position, without lifting your knees from the floor, pull yourself back.

It is recommended to perform each exercise with an abdominal roller 10 times, doing 3 approaches. At the initial stage of training, the number of repetitions and approaches can be reduced. This is especially true for those for whom physical activity is unusual. It is best to exercise every other day, since the muscles need time to recover.

It is extremely important each time before you start using a gymnastic roller to warm up your body with simple exercises. This could be running, squats, bending, etc.

Advantages of the roller over other simulators

Despite its simplicity, small dimensions and low cost, a sports roller has many advantages and can seriously compete with more complex and expensive exercise equipment. Its advantages include:

• Highly effective in strengthening the abdominal muscles, as well as general “drying” of the body and reducing the amount of fat deposits;
• By working on both the rectus and oblique abdominal muscles, the roller helps change its shape, making the abs toned and attractive;
• Increased endurance, improved posture;
• Does not take up much space, easy to assemble and operate;
• You can choose a simulator for different degrees of fitness and weight of the athlete, as well as the type of exercise.

Features of the exercises

When performing exercises with a gymnastic wheel, you must adhere to certain recommendations that will help you get the most noticeable results from your exercises:

• For those who are just starting training with a roller, it is better not to immediately get into the plank position, but to perform the exercises with emphasis on the knees;
• The wheel should move as smoothly as possible, without jerking;
• While the wheel is moving, the abdominal muscles should be in constant tension;
• In the final position you need to take a short pause.
• When performing the exercise on your knees, you need to place a special gymnastic mat under them to minimize the load on the joints.

There are a number of contraindications for training with a wheel. Traditionally these include:

• Spinal injuries and joint diseases;
• Presence of chronic diseases;
• Bad feeling;
• Pregnancy.

If pain occurs in the back and spine, it is recommended to stop exercising and consult with specialists.

Varieties

All running wheels have the same operating principle. Ready-made models of exercise equipment for cats primarily differ in size, material of manufacture and appearance.

Wheels can be of different diameters: small designs are designed only for kittens , and therefore after the animal grows up, they will become unnecessary. Large exercise machines are more practical and will come in handy, especially if there are several cats living in the house.

As for materials, they can be very different. The most commonly used materials are wood, plastic and metal. Simple kitten models can also be made from cardboard . Wood is considered the most versatile option in this case.

Let's consider these options.

• Wood is initially an environmentally friendly material and will not cause allergies in animals or other inhabitants of the house. Typically, exercise machines made of wood are quite lightweight and can be easily moved to a new location. Also, wooden models will fit well into almost any interior.

• Plastic wheels are lightweight and small in size. However, such structures cannot be called reliable and durable. They are quite unstable, and if any part of the simulator breaks, replacing it will be extremely problematic.

• Metal models are the heaviest, but at the same time they are stable and reliable. Moving the structure to a new location will be a little problematic. But the likelihood that the wheel will quickly fail is extremely small. Typically, such models are made to order or independently, if you have experience working with welding equipment.

• Cardboard wheels can hardly be called a full-fledged exercise machine. Such models are designed exclusively for kittens and small breed cats. With a high probability, animals will use the product for other purposes and, instead of training, will prefer to tear off pieces of cardboard from it.

Several materials can be used for manufacturing. At home, you can make a wheel of the desired size and characteristics.

As for the design, there are open and half-closed types of wheels. In open models, the wheel has no side walls. Semi-closed options imply the presence of one partition. Open exercise machines rotate due to rollers, which are mounted on a stand located under the wheel. In closed models, the rotation mechanism is located on the side, so such simulators are considered more stable.

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But today I want to dedicate this review to the most effective exercise machine - the ab roller. The price for the Champion is 430 rubles, which is a very reasonable price for a double wheel. I wanted to buy it for a long time, but then I found a reason - a nice and necessary gift for my birthday)

It is very compact and reliably made.

Now how I do the exercises: (I’ve only been doing it for 2 weeks):

I put a pillow under my knees (very important, because without it it hurts and puts extra stress on them), and I put it against the wall or sofa, so that while doing the exercise I rest (support is necessary for the unprepared), I get on my knees and roll the wheel until it rests and vice versa, everyone chooses the distance to the support themselves, over time the support becomes further and further, and then disappears altogether. The number of approaches is always 3, but the number of times I do varies from 15-20.

I really hope that I will soon be able to do the exercise from a standing position.

I would like to note that at first the exercise seems very difficult, I almost couldn’t straighten up (the next day everything hurt, including my arms and back!), but now I place the pillow further and further from the sofa, and the position reaches almost parallel to the floor (this and should be ideal). Now it’s not at all difficult for me to exercise, it doesn’t take much time, and my stomach has started to go away, I feel like it’s tightened up after the winter))) Look at the photo!!

after the video my stomach dropped

before classes on a roller and disk

Here you can read a review about what radically changed my attitude towards nutrition and saved my body.

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Description and functions

One of the items that will help diversify the life of a mustache is a running wheel for cats. At specialized sales points you can find several models of cat simulators. All of them are a round rotating object, namely a wheel of different types and sizes, with individual features in the form of lining and other details. The models differ according to the following main parameters:

1. Dimensions of the simulator. Despite the fact that there are certain standards (800 and 1200 cm), you need to choose a wheel according to the size of your pet. Veterinarians and experienced cat owners recommend buying a simulator “with a reserve”, that is, more than necessary. In it, the pet will not only feel more comfortable, but will also avoid skeletal deformities.
2. Inner covering material. The covering can be anything (felt, carpet), as long as the paws do not slip. Tenacious durable fabric surfaces will prevent possible injuries to the limbs.
3. Design features. Some models are equipped with an additional inner wall. This type is perfect for young and active pets, whose excitement makes them forget and accelerate to such an extent that flying out of the simulator is inevitable.

You can either purchase a running wheel or make it yourself. Using the accessory will help your pet lose excess weight or prevent its appearance, strengthen muscles and joints, and prevent the development of diseases associated with lack of active activity. In addition, it will be possible to prevent domestic chaos and destruction caused by young, active and playful cats.

Bed with frill

This bed will appeal not only to adult felines. Both a kitten and a small dog will enjoy relaxing in it.

For sewing you will need to take:

• old jeans in two colors;
• cotton lace;
• fabric for inner covers;
• filling – synthetic fluff or holofiber.