An inactive lifestyle is one of the major causes of most of the health issues this generation is dealing with. Most modern jobs demand sitting in one position for prolonged hours. This not only reduces body’s metabolism to further deteriorate health in the long run, but it also causes immediate health issues such as lower back pain, neck and should pain, and worst of it all, obesity. If you are struggling to get out of your inactive lifestyle but don’t get enough time every day to follow an exercise regime or go to the gym, under-desk treadmills could be a lifesaver.
Under-desk treadmills are low-speed walking treads designed to be able to slide under a standing work desk. These can be used while working at a desk while reading, writing or doing any other activity on a standing desk along with walking on these under-desk treadmills. To ensure you do not lose your balance, the speed of these walking treads is usually restricted to .5mph to a maximum of 2.5mph to 4mph. These machines are designed specially keeping in mind the long working hours of professionals and thus, can be smoothly operated for several hours.
We have rounded up some of the best under-desk treadmills available in the market today. A few things to keep in mind while purchasing one are first obviously the size and weight, connectivity options, and running capacity among others. Below are the best under-desk treadmills and their detailed specifications.
iMovR ThermoTread GT Office Treadmill
Dimensions – 67.5″ x 28.35″ x 9.5 inch
Maximum user weight – 182 kg
Pros
Purpose-built for commercial office use
Extremely robust with a good warranty
182 kg weight limit
Cons
At 90 kg, it gets very heavy
Expensive
The top speed is only 2.5 mph
Price – Rs 203069 approx
Lifespan TR1200-DT3 Under Desk Treadmill
Dimentions – 63 x 28 x 7 inches
Maximum user weight – 182 kg
Pros
Fairly priced
Higher weight limit of 158 kg
Lifetime warranty on the frame
Cons
The control console is on the larger size
Bluetooth can be unreliable
Price – Starting at Rs 118430 approx
Walkingpad C2 Foldable Treadmill
Dimensions – 56.88 x 20.39 x 4.92 inch
Maximum user weight – 99 kg
Pros
Inexpensive
Comfortable to walk on
Quiet motion
Foldable
Cons
Stripped-down app
No safety key
Price – Rs 40532 approx
Lifespan TR800-DT3 Under Desk Treadmill
Dimensions – 60.5 x 26 x 6.5 inch
Maximum user weight – 137 kg
Pros
Great for single users
Frame has a lifetime guarantee
Pre-assembled
Cons
Only suitable for 3 hours of daily use
The control console takes up room on the desk
Very slim, unsuitable for larger users
Price – Rs 177076 approx
Bluefin Fitness Task 2.0
Dimensions – 64 x 27 x 6 inch
Maximum user weight – 120 kg
Pros
Easy setup and storage
Simple to use
Good budget option
Cons
Not for serious runners
Not particularly feature-rich
Price – Rs 95,252 approx
Inmovement Unsit Under Desk Treadmill
Dimensions – 56 x 39 x 5 inch
Maximum user weight – 181 kg
Pros
Designed specifically for office use
Automatically activates for users over 32 kg
Free mobile tracking app
Cons
Shorter and wider than most products on the market
74 kg in weight, too heavy for easy movement
Price – Rs 202663 approx
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