Under-desk treadmills are a space-saving and convenient way to engage in daily exercise. People can walk while working with desk add-ons or make the most out of a smaller space with foldable treadmills.
A quick look at 10 of the best under-desk treadmills
- Best dual-purpose: Goplus 2 in 1 Folding Treadmill
- Best for meetings: ThermoTread GT Office Treadmill
- Best for smaller spaces: Egofit Walker M1/M1T
- Best for a high speed, small treadmill: GOYOUTH 2 in 1 Under Desk Electric Treadmill
- Best treadmill and desk combination: LifeSpan Fitness TR1200-Power (DT7) Treadmill Desk
- Best for a compact treadmill: Sunny Health & Fitness Walkstation Slim Flat Treadmill
- Best for a foldable treadmill: WalkingPad A1 Pro Foldable Walking Treadmill
- Best for walking: GoPlus 1HP Walking Treadmill Desk
- Best for light use: TR800-GlowUp Under Desk Treadmill
- Best for the office: Inmovement Unsit Under Desk Treadmill
Adults spend more than half their waking hours, or roughly 10–13 hours a dayTrusted Source, sitting. Treadmills are one way to engage in exercise, and people may use under-desk treadmills to exercise while working.
This article discusses what to consider in an under-desk treadmill, some treadmills available to purchase online, and answers frequently asked questions.
What to look for in an under-desk treadmill
ResearchTrusted Source shows that using an under-desk treadmill can have the following positive effects:
- increasing the number of calories a person burns
- speeding up the metabolism
- reducing the amount of time a person spends sitting down
Research also suggests that using an under-desk treadmill improves glucose and HDL cholesterol levels.
People should ensure that it is easy to transition between walking and working when using an under-desk treadmill.
While these treadmills do not appear to affect workplace productivity and concentration, people should still ensure that the under-desk treadmill will not adversely affect their working hours.
How we choose products
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Some of the best under desk treadmills
Below are some under-desk treadmills a person may consider purchasing online.
Please note that the writer of this article has not tried these products. All information presented is purely research-based and correct at the time of publication.
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Best dual-purpose: Goplus 2 in 1 Folding Treadmill
- Price: list price of around $500
- Size: 49 x 27 x 42 inches (in)
- Top speed: 3 miles per hour (mph)
- Maximum user weight: 265 pounds (lb)
This under-desk treadmill has a riser that people can fold for walking and raise when running. The 2.25 horsepower motor is quiet, and the company states that the five-layer running belt reduces the impact on joints and muscles.
This treadmill weighs 69.5 lb. Additional features include:
- phone holders
- remote control
- LED display
- Bluetooth connectivity
However, some people may find switching between walking and running set-ups complicated.
