Question 1

What is an under desk treadmill?

Accepted Answer

An under-desk treadmill shares many similarities with traditional treadmills. However, there are a few differences. Under desk treadmills are more compact, making them easy to move and store, while you can also take them to and from home and the office so you never miss a day.

The majority of under-desk treadmills also include folding frame designs, which give you the best of both worlds. With these designs, you can conveniently lower the console so it will fit under your desk, and you can raise the console again if you want to get your jog on away from work.

Under desk treadmills also come with remote controls to adjust the speed or the incline, handy features if you want to test your calves or prepare for hill running.

Question 2

Can you run on an under desk treadmill?

Accepted Answer

If you consider a light jog a "run," then yes. For most of us, however, it's unlikely to pick up the speed and momentum that could constitute a proper run. This is because under desk treadmills can only hit top speeds of around 6 mph, and even this isn’t too common.

This type of speed range isn’t enough to sufficiently satisfy enthusiastic joggers, but as you’re working, you don’t need to be running too quickly. Instead, you can still feel active enough with a brisk stroll on the treadmill at the highest speed, while also taking a break for lunch by lowering the speed settings.

Besides, do you think it’s wise to try to outdo your 5K personal best while surrounded by your coworkers at the office while on a Zoom call? Probably not, we'd guess.

Question 3

Do under desk treadmills get you fit?

Accepted Answer

The best under desk treadmill is a suitable, low-impact option for getting fit. Of course, because of the low speeds and low intensity, it’s not the same as you’d find on a standard treadmill at the gym or home, but it doesn’t need to be.

With these options, you are typically only running for about thirty minutes to an hour at most (unless you’re training for a marathon). However, an under-desk treadmill is gentler on the muscles and joints, so you can burn hundreds of extra calories every day by walking from nine to five.

Even if you’re not a fan of walking, you can still use these treadmills to get into shape. The continuous action will strengthen leg muscles without overworking you. Like any exercise, the more you do, the more your body can tolerate, so even if you don’t see immediate results, you will soon find your fitness levels have increased.

Question 4

Can you lose weight with an under-desk treadmill?

Accepted Answer

Likewise, it’s possible to lose weight with an under-desk treadmill. Fitness experts suggest that you can burn 500 calories a day by doing 10,000 steps. This number of steps will usually only take one to two hours to achieve, so if you can walk at your desk for the entire workday or even half of it, then you can expect to see a significant change in your weight.

You can’t merely rely on an under-desk treadmill to shed the pounds though. It’s also important to combine it with a healthy diet. Just because you have spent all day walking doesn’t mean you can treat yourself to fast food every night on the way home from work, otherwise, all your progress will stagnate.

Question 5

Do under-desk treadmills require maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Under desk treadmills are similar to regular treadmills or other electronic fitness equipment; they will require occasional maintenance and consistent care. You should make sure not to overwork the motor, and adhere to the weight capacities in order to reduce the strain on the machine.

While treadmills are durable enough to handle daily use, there’s a chance that you’ll still need to take care of the belt if it becomes worn away to ensure safety. You also must lubricate the wheels and motor to keep it operating at top performance. Some models will supply a bottle (or bottles) of gear lubricant to make this possible.

You won’t need to do this too often, but three or four times a year should be enough to keep it in top condition and prevent the gears and parts from grinding away at each other.