I Tested Under-Desk Treadmills for the First Time. These Are My Honest Thoughts.

As a mom, I’m constantly multitasking, so I welcome anything that saves me time. Sometimes that also applies to my workouts. I generally like running and walking as my go-to form of cardio, but I’m not the biggest fan of spending time outdoors for too long when the temperature hits below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. I decided this year that I was to keep up with my step count by using an under-desk treadmill. I received samples from Egofit and Costway to try. I placed one in my living room and the other in my bedroom. Each treadmill came in a tightly packed box that was easy to unbox and set up. What makes having an under-desk treadmill convenient is that you can place it just about anywhere and it won’t take up much room. Some can even be stored under your couch or bed. I underestimated how fast these treadmills can go. I assumed that under-desk treadmills capped at 3 mph, but the treadmills I tested can go up to 5 (Egofit) and 6 mph (Costway), respectively. That’s a jogging or running pa ... Read full article.