Brand | REDLIRO |
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Color | Black |
Product Grade | under desk treadmill |
Product Dimensions | 52"D x 25"W x 42"H |
Item Weight | 57 Pounds |
Material | Alloy Steel |
Maximum Speed | 7.5 Miles per Hour |
Special Feature | Portable, Shock Absorbent, Foldable, Compact Design, Wheeled |
Recommended Uses For Product | indoor use |
Target Audience | Youth |
Maximum Horsepower | 2.25 Horsepower |
Assembly Required | No |
Display Type | LED |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Number of Programs | 12 |
Included Components | User Manual, Safety Key, Power Cord, Remote Control, Tool Kit |
Product Benefits | Weight Loss Support, Improve Muscle Strength, Improve Bone Strength |
Maximum Weight Recommendation | 130 Kilograms |
Deck Length | 41 Inches |
Deck Width | 15 Inches |
Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
Speed Rating | 0.5-7.5 MPH |
Folded Size | 53.7x24.8x5.5 inches |
Screen Size | 15 Inches |
Input Power | 800 Watts |
Minimum Speed | 0.5 Miles per Hour |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 57.32 x 27.68 x 6.54 inches |
Package Weight | 29.48 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 52 x 25 x 42 inches |
Brand Name | REDLIRO |
Warranty Description | 1 year warranty |
Model Name | JK1608E-2 |
Suggested Users | unisex-teen |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | REDLIRO |
Part Number | JK1608E-2 |
Style | walking pad |
Size | 52 x 25 x 42" |
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REDLIRO Under Desk Treadmill 2 in 1 Walking Pad, Portable, Folding, Electric, Motorized, Walking and Jogging Machine with Remote Control for Home and Office Workout
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Brand | REDLIRO |
Color | Black |
Product Grade | under desk treadmill |
Product Dimensions | 52"D x 25"W x 42"H |
Item Weight | 57 Pounds |
Material | Alloy Steel |
Maximum Speed | 7.5 Miles per Hour |
Special Feature | Portable, Shock Absorbent, Foldable, Compact Design, Wheeled |
Recommended Uses For Product | indoor use |
Target Audience | Youth |
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- [Quiet High Motor and Shock Absorb System ] Considering that many users use it in home, we equipped a HighPower quiet strong 2.25HP motor in this compact treadmill, And the strong shock absorbing running belt which made of PVC, fiber and cotton yarn can help reduce the noise and improve stability while running too. Redliro sturdy & quiet Portable treadmill will let you no longer worry about disturbing your neighbors by exercising at home.
- [2In1 foldable treadmill] Max weight capacity 220 lb and the run area size is 41 inch X 15 inch suit for most people. When slowly raise the hand rail, it will be a jogging and running treadmill. After you fold the hand rail up, it can be placed under a standing desk and used as a Under desk treadmill to walk and jog while you are working or watching to exercise your body, Raise heart rate, boost metabolism.
- [Easy to Assemble and Space Save] Equipped with our best technology, Redliro Portable Folding treadmill is designed to be sturdy and slim, and it has a compact size, so the flat treadmill can be used in a small space. And the hand rail can be folded up, and is very simple to be stored up, the wheels on the front help you move anywhere with ease, and ultrathin size saves your limited space.
- [12 Preset Programs & Manual Modes] In order to increase the fun of jogging and walking on the walking Pad, we preset 12 programs in the Under desk treadmill. Each program will simulate the real motion scene, it will change speed every 1.5 minutes. And if the manual standby mode, you can adjust the speed/distance/time/Calories by the remote control to meet your personal need. Multiple adjustable parameters can meet the needs of different groups of people. Make sure you can use it successfully.
- [Mutifunction Display with Remote Control] The LED display on the Under desk treadmill clearly shows time, calories, step, speed and distance, keeping your movement data at a glance. In order to make it convenient for users to watch TV or read in the process of sports. We designed a device holder, and you can put phone on it. And when you are walking under desk, remote control also can adjust your mode easily.
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2 In 1 Walking Pad Treadmill
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2 in 1 Walking Pad | Walking Pad Black | Wood Walking Pad | Treadmill for Balance | Foldabe Treadmill | Under Desk Elliptical | |
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Color
| Black & Silver & Red | Black&White | Wood | Black | Black & Blue | Black & Red |
Motor
| 2.25 HP | 2.25 HP | 2.25 HP | 2.25 HP | 1.5 HP | Magnetic Reluctance Control |
Tread Deck
| 41*15in | 41*16 in | 41*15.5in | 41.5*16in | 37.8 *14.1in | / |
Max User Weight
| 220 LBS | 265 LBS | 300 LBS | 300 LBS | 200 LBS | Sitting: unlimited |
Pulse Sensors
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
Foldable
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
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ASIN | B091YJJ384 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #9,671 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #61 in Treadmills |
Date First Available | January 7, 2021 |
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Customers like the speed, comfort, value, and weight of the treadmill. For example, they mention it goes up to 4mph, it's great for running and walking, and it'll improve your walking. Some appreciate the ease of use, and size. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and noise.
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Customers like the size of the treadmill. They say it's compact, easy to move around, and fits in their small office. The wheels make it easy to go from one location to another. It's good for light walking and is not overcrowded.
"I've only had the treadmill for a little over a month. It's the perfect size for me (I weigh 120 pounds) and it's portable, so I can lift it and..." Read more
"...The sleek design fits seamlessly under your desk, turning your workspace into a makeshift walking path without sacrificing precious square footage..." Read more
"...a regular basis and I love the weight of it and the size is perfect for my small living space...." Read more
"Bought this for its compact-ness, since we don't have a ton of room to spare...." Read more
Customers find the treadmill easy to set up and use, with clear instructions and a simple but ingenious mechanism. They also appreciate the convenient remote control and program settings.
"...Because it's portable and easy to handle, I can easily store during the Spring, Summer and Fall when I take advantage of the nice weather...." Read more
"It arrived within a few days of ordering. Well packaged. Clear instructions. Easy to assemble. Nice quiet motor. Runs a nice speed for walking...." Read more
"...No need for assembly- just pull out of the box and there ya go...." Read more
"...It is the perfect size for the my available space. Easy to operate. Being picky, wish it had a cup holder...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the treadmill. They say it's worth the price and provides great quality for the money. Some customers also mention that it'll be an excellent purchase and worth investing in for your health.
"...This is an upgrade and much less expensive...." Read more
"...Overall excellent purchase and great quality." Read more
"...4. It's great quality for the money.Now for the cons:1...." Read more
"...All in all it was a great value for the price! The remote control for the pad is a nice touch!" Read more
Customers like the comfort of the treadmill. They mention that it's perfect for walking, running, and jogging. Some say that it improves walking and makes work go by faster. Overall, most are happy with the quality and comfort of this product.
"...I feel as though I get a good workout - it takes me a little over an hour to burn 600 calories, but I'm sure if I elevate the speed, I could do it..." Read more
"This treadmill is perfect for walking. It folds up really nicely and fits right underneath my bed...." Read more
"...It’s quiet- way less noisy than I expected and solid. It feels very supportive and smooth...." Read more
"...It actually goes a bit faster than I expected and is perfect for casual walking, walking while you work, power walking and maybe even a light jog...." Read more
Customers like the speed of the treadmill. They mention it runs smoothly, has a + and - buttons to control the speed, and it goes up to 4mph. They also appreciate the responsiveness and ease of use.
"...It's sturdy and the speed selection is perfect - gets to a high impact - higher than I anticipated...." Read more
"...Clear instructions. Easy to assemble. Nice quiet motor. Runs a nice speed for walking...." Read more
"...Its lightweight enough that I can move it easily. The belt and speed is really good. It's one of my favorite cardio machines for brutal winters." Read more
"...requiring time sensitivity and hyper-focus, I found the treadmill desk hurt my performance...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the treadmill. They say it's lightweight enough that they can move it by themselves as needed, it'll fit in any small space, and it'd be thin enough to slide under a couch.
"I use this product on a regular basis and I love the weight of it and the size is perfect for my small living space...." Read more
"I've had it for a few months now and it performs very well. Its lightweight enough that I can move it easily. The belt and speed is really good...." Read more
"...It’s easy to move - has rollers at one end. Lightweight- pretty sturdy and felt cushionedThen!!!!!———..." Read more
"...But it’s quite heavy. You may need to get the driver to help it inside if they are willing...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the treadmill. Some mention that it does well, while others say that the remote stopped working altogether.
"...It's sturdy and the speed selection is perfect - gets to a high impact - higher than I anticipated...." Read more
"...I have a bit of a longer stride and it accomodated that quite well...." Read more
"After 4 months, the treadmill is dead. The motor began to overheat and smell of electrical burning...." Read more
"...office prankster who's always one step ahead of the game – compact, efficient, and guaranteed to keep you on your toes (literally)...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the treadmill. Some mention it's very quiet, and the beep signal can be easily silenced by pressing a single button. However, others say that it'd be noisy from the loud beeping any time they use the remote, and their footsteps fell a bit loud when they jog. They also mention that the squeaking towards the back started on day 4 of use walking on average 1.5 hours per day.
"...Noise: The treadmill is pretty quiet, especially at the lower speeds, and I wear Bose noise-cancelling headphones on work calls so I don’t notice it..." Read more
"...I could deal with the belt issue. But- then the noise came on louder and louder. This noise got worse after this video was taken too...." Read more
"...Well packaged. Clear instructions. Easy to assemble. Nice quiet motor. Runs a nice speed for walking...." Read more
"...Plus, the whisper-quiet motor ensures that your conference calls won't be interrupted by the sound of your own footsteps – unless, of course, you're..." Read more
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After the pandemic year, many of us are still working from home and plan to do so indefinitely. Not surprisingly, we’ve seen our step counts reduced drastically as a result. What if there was a way we could get those steps in, increase our physical activity, improve our overall health, and workplace performance, all without taking up any extra time in the day? There is, and luckily it doesn’t involve swallowing a tapeworm pill or submerging yourself in an ice bath. The answer is to put a treadmill under your standing desk, and walk at a slow pace throughout your workday.
Pre-pandemic, I had no strong reason to get a treadmill desk. I biked to and from work everyday (about an hour long ride), and that was sufficient in terms of my daily cardio exercise. But working from home over the past year, and falling way short on steps count, I became treadmill desk-curious. The only thing stopping me was, I didn’t personally know anyone that had tried a treadmill desk before (to address any concerns I had about getting one). Even though it’s evangelized by the likes of Zillow’s CEO, the Late Show host, and a former Spice Girl, treadmill desking is still an obscure activity. Intuitively, it felt like something that I would like and benefit from, so I went ahead and bought an under-desk treadmill for just under $400 (I already had a standing desk to use with it).
Why do I care so much about getting my steps in?
You might remember the sensationalized headline, sitting is the new smoking. Countless studies have correlated chronic sitting with increased risk for diseases and death. And so the answer for us all was to stand more. But the reality is, standing all day is still a sedentary activity. And the problem with sitting isn’t just because it’s sitting… It’s because you aren’t moving.
That’s where a treadmill desk comes in: when you are spending more of your day moving, this improves your cardiovascular fitness, and puts you at a lower risk of sedentary-correlated diseases like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, breast cancer and kidney disease in women, colon cancer in men, numerous chronic issues related to obesity, and death. And so daily step count is just a means to an end, the end being better cardiovascular fitness.
My treadmill desk experiences so far:
Here are some observations after two weeks of treadmill desking:
I have more energy and less stress
Using the treadmill desk makes my days feel like they are more flowing and I have more energy throughout the day and evening. I also noticed that at the end of the day, my legs and feet are tired, but I carry less stress in my body than I would have if I had been in a stationary position all day. This holding of less stress could be why I feel like I have more energy in the evening.
I get about 20,000 steps a day on the treadmill
On average, I clocked in around 20,000 steps on the treadmill per day during my first two weeks. I take breaks from the treadmill off and on throughout the workday, but try to walk a good portion of it. I also learned how to get my Fitbit to count the steps after reading a post in the Fitbit community: if I put the Fitbit in my pants pocket, it tracks the steps accurately. Longer-term, getting 10-15,000 steps per day on the treadmill feels sustainable to me.
Not all work activities are ideal for treadmill desking
My favorite times for using the treadmill desk are during group meetings (sometimes including ones I am facilitating) and focus time. Additionally, the treadmill helps me speed through busywork in no time (literally, I crank up the treadmill speed). I had mixed results using the treadmill desk during my 1-1’s. This was mostly due to my own comfort level around this, and I started using it more in 1-1’s during my second week.
For tasks requiring time sensitivity and hyper-focus, I found the treadmill desk hurt my performance. For example, I had an impending deadline on a task that required extra attention to detail and focus. I noticed that I intuitively stopped using the treadmill so I could give my full concentration to the task at hand. I wonder if over time, I’ll build the muscle to be able to focus more intensely while treadmilling. Only time will tell, for now I’ll use my intuition to gauge when the treadmill is helping vs. hurting my work performance. And of course, for things like giving presentations or conducting an interview, I keep the treadmill turned off.
Outside of work, I found myself using the treadmill desk in the evenings, sometimes during leisure activities like playing Minecraft, other times doing less pleasant activities like doing my taxes. My fiancé also enjoyed using it in the evenings while watching shows on Netflix.
Some unexpected observations
Here are a few unexpected things I discovered while treadmill desking:
Outdoor walking: I feared I would do this less, but I found that I walk about the same amount outdoors as I did previously.
Coworker curiosity: I feared what people would think when I started walking during meetings and 1-1’s. But most of my colleagues have been curious and supportive of me treadmill desking through the workday.
Noise: The treadmill is pretty quiet, especially at the lower speeds, and I wear Bose noise-cancelling headphones on work calls so I don’t notice it (and coworkers haven’t either). At higher speeds, it’s a bit louder since it’s on a hardwood floor. I got some noise-reducing pads to not annoy the neighbors below us.
Treadmill desking isn’t a panacea
From two weeks of experience, I’ve found that treadmill desking has been a nice change of routine for me and a great way to stay active during the day while working from home. I’m hopeful that I’ll continue to experience the increased energy and reduced stress of treadmill desking once the novelty wears off. In order to make it sustainable and prevent an injury, I need to make time for stretching, yoga, and cross training (and getting away from my desk and outside whenever possible).
At the end of the day, it’s important to remember that treadmill desking isn’t the answer, movement is. And there are many ways to get more movement into your day, here are a few:
Step away from your desk and take a 5-10 minute break every hour (Microsoft just released a study that shows how this reduces stress)
Walk during work calls where you don’t need your screen (or do this during personal phone calls)
Take a break and walk up a flight of stairs a few times a day if you want an extra calorie burn (you’ll burn 2-3x more calories this way vs. walking on a flat surface)
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2021
After the pandemic year, many of us are still working from home and plan to do so indefinitely. Not surprisingly, we’ve seen our step counts reduced drastically as a result. What if there was a way we could get those steps in, increase our physical activity, improve our overall health, and workplace performance, all without taking up any extra time in the day? There is, and luckily it doesn’t involve swallowing a tapeworm pill or submerging yourself in an ice bath. The answer is to put a treadmill under your standing desk, and walk at a slow pace throughout your workday.
Pre-pandemic, I had no strong reason to get a treadmill desk. I biked to and from work everyday (about an hour long ride), and that was sufficient in terms of my daily cardio exercise. But working from home over the past year, and falling way short on steps count, I became treadmill desk-curious. The only thing stopping me was, I didn’t personally know anyone that had tried a treadmill desk before (to address any concerns I had about getting one). Even though it’s evangelized by the likes of Zillow’s CEO, the Late Show host, and a former Spice Girl, treadmill desking is still an obscure activity. Intuitively, it felt like something that I would like and benefit from, so I went ahead and bought an under-desk treadmill for just under $400 (I already had a standing desk to use with it).
Why do I care so much about getting my steps in?
You might remember the sensationalized headline, sitting is the new smoking. Countless studies have correlated chronic sitting with increased risk for diseases and death. And so the answer for us all was to stand more. But the reality is, standing all day is still a sedentary activity. And the problem with sitting isn’t just because it’s sitting… It’s because you aren’t moving.
That’s where a treadmill desk comes in: when you are spending more of your day moving, this improves your cardiovascular fitness, and puts you at a lower risk of sedentary-correlated diseases like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, breast cancer and kidney disease in women, colon cancer in men, numerous chronic issues related to obesity, and death. And so daily step count is just a means to an end, the end being better cardiovascular fitness.
My treadmill desk experiences so far:
Here are some observations after two weeks of treadmill desking:
I have more energy and less stress
Using the treadmill desk makes my days feel like they are more flowing and I have more energy throughout the day and evening. I also noticed that at the end of the day, my legs and feet are tired, but I carry less stress in my body than I would have if I had been in a stationary position all day. This holding of less stress could be why I feel like I have more energy in the evening.
I get about 20,000 steps a day on the treadmill
On average, I clocked in around 20,000 steps on the treadmill per day during my first two weeks. I take breaks from the treadmill off and on throughout the workday, but try to walk a good portion of it. I also learned how to get my Fitbit to count the steps after reading a post in the Fitbit community: if I put the Fitbit in my pants pocket, it tracks the steps accurately. Longer-term, getting 10-15,000 steps per day on the treadmill feels sustainable to me.
Not all work activities are ideal for treadmill desking
My favorite times for using the treadmill desk are during group meetings (sometimes including ones I am facilitating) and focus time. Additionally, the treadmill helps me speed through busywork in no time (literally, I crank up the treadmill speed). I had mixed results using the treadmill desk during my 1-1’s. This was mostly due to my own comfort level around this, and I started using it more in 1-1’s during my second week.
For tasks requiring time sensitivity and hyper-focus, I found the treadmill desk hurt my performance. For example, I had an impending deadline on a task that required extra attention to detail and focus. I noticed that I intuitively stopped using the treadmill so I could give my full concentration to the task at hand. I wonder if over time, I’ll build the muscle to be able to focus more intensely while treadmilling. Only time will tell, for now I’ll use my intuition to gauge when the treadmill is helping vs. hurting my work performance. And of course, for things like giving presentations or conducting an interview, I keep the treadmill turned off.
Outside of work, I found myself using the treadmill desk in the evenings, sometimes during leisure activities like playing Minecraft, other times doing less pleasant activities like doing my taxes. My fiancé also enjoyed using it in the evenings while watching shows on Netflix.
Some unexpected observations
Here are a few unexpected things I discovered while treadmill desking:
Outdoor walking: I feared I would do this less, but I found that I walk about the same amount outdoors as I did previously.
Coworker curiosity: I feared what people would think when I started walking during meetings and 1-1’s. But most of my colleagues have been curious and supportive of me treadmill desking through the workday.
Noise: The treadmill is pretty quiet, especially at the lower speeds, and I wear Bose noise-cancelling headphones on work calls so I don’t notice it (and coworkers haven’t either). At higher speeds, it’s a bit louder since it’s on a hardwood floor. I got some noise-reducing pads to not annoy the neighbors below us.
Treadmill desking isn’t a panacea
From two weeks of experience, I’ve found that treadmill desking has been a nice change of routine for me and a great way to stay active during the day while working from home. I’m hopeful that I’ll continue to experience the increased energy and reduced stress of treadmill desking once the novelty wears off. In order to make it sustainable and prevent an injury, I need to make time for stretching, yoga, and cross training (and getting away from my desk and outside whenever possible).
At the end of the day, it’s important to remember that treadmill desking isn’t the answer, movement is. And there are many ways to get more movement into your day, here are a few:
Step away from your desk and take a 5-10 minute break every hour (Microsoft just released a study that shows how this reduces stress)
Walk during work calls where you don’t need your screen (or do this during personal phone calls)
Take a break and walk up a flight of stairs a few times a day if you want an extra calorie burn (you’ll burn 2-3x more calories this way vs. walking on a flat surface)
I've only really walked on it a couple of times, so the jury is still out, but so far...I like it very much.
One slight issue is that it will not fit under my standard sofa. I have ordered 3" risers so that I can store it under the sofa when not in use.
Let's start with the basics, shall we? This treadmill is like the office prankster who's always one step ahead of the game – compact, efficient, and guaranteed to keep you on your toes (literally). The sleek design fits seamlessly under your desk, turning your workspace into a makeshift walking path without sacrificing precious square footage or tripping over the office plant. Plus, the whisper-quiet motor ensures that your conference calls won't be interrupted by the sound of your own footsteps – unless, of course, you're practicing your tap dancing routine while giving a presentation.
But here's where things get hilarious – the stability bar. Oh, the stability bar. As if walking at a leisurely pace while typing emails wasn't challenging enough, this treadmill comes equipped with a stability bar that's as unnecessary as a PowerPoint presentation on how to use a stapler. I mean, who needs stability when you're walking at a blistering speed of 1 mile per hour? It's like wearing a life jacket in a kiddie pool – overkill, but mildly amusing nonetheless.
And let's not forget about the automatic shut-off feature. Sure, it's a handy safety precaution in case you get too caught up in your virtual water cooler gossip and forget you're walking, but who walks for more than 99 minutes anyway? Unless you're training for a marathon while simultaneously drafting TPS reports, chances are you'll reach your daily step goal long before the treadmill decides to call it quits – just in time for your afternoon nap disguised as a "brainstorming session."
Oh, and did I mention the wheels? Yes, the wheels! They're like the cherry on top of this comedic cake, making it easier than ever to slide the treadmill away and store it when you're done with your daily dose of hilarity. It's like having a secret escape route for when your boss inevitably catches you practicing your moonwalk during a Zoom meeting – just roll away and blame it on technical difficulties!
In conclusion, the under-the-desk treadmill is a comedic masterpiece disguised as a productivity tool. With its compact design, unnecessary stability bar, hilarious automatic shut-off feature, and convenient wheels for easy storage, it's like the punchline to the joke that is working from home. So go ahead, strap on your walking shoes and embark on the ultimate treadmill tango – because when it comes to combining work and play, this treadmill takes the cake (or in this case, the treadmill desk).
Pros:
Compact design fits seamlessly under your desk
Whisper-quiet motor ensures minimal disruption during work calls
Hilarious stability bar adds an extra layer of comedic relief
Automatic shut-off feature prevents overexertion (not that you'd ever need it)
Convenient wheels make it easy to slide away and store when not in use
Cons:
Stability bar is as unnecessary as a fax machine in 2024
Automatic shut-off after 99 minutes may interrupt your virtual water cooler gossip sessions
Top reviews from other countries
Like
- smaller size and good for walking
- foldable
- noise is bearable and cannot be considered loud when it comes to comparison with other tread mills
- speed levels are good. I usually set upto 3 to 3.3 miles per hour. If above, then my wooden house starts shaking. :)
- I like the mute button, to shut off the sound noise whenever you are changing the speed controls, etc.
Dislike
- walking belt is adequate enough. Me being 175 cm sometimes end up at the read part of the belt, so I wish a belt to be a bit longer. :) Its only a wish