Getting your 10,000 steps in at home just got cheaper thanks to this £99 Black Friday walking pad deal
The cheapest way to get on the move at home
Getting 10,000 steps a day in can be hugely beneficial for your health, and one of the best ways to top up your exercise goals on a daily basis is with a walking pad, otherwise known as an under-desk treadmill. Right now you can get this one from Amazon ahead of the Black Friday sale for just £99 instead of £160 – a whopping £60 off.
The Kitopa walking pad boasts features you'd expect from any of the best under-desk treadmills on the market. It's portable, has controls for speed, and a display that will show you metrics like distance and calories too.
It usually retails at £159, and this is the lowest price we've ever seen on this particular model – and this one comes with a unique standout feature: a built-in Bluetooth speaker.
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Kitopa Walking Pad: was $159.99 now $99.99 at Amazon
For just £99 you can get a walking pad that will easily fit under any desk. It weighs 17kgs and has a 120kg weight limit, measuring 121 cm in length and 50cm in width. You can use it during the work day at your desk, in front of the TV, or even while listening to a podcast.
The Kitopa walking pad is made of alloy steel and features a 2.5 horsepower motor, good for walking speeds (or maybe even a light jog) of up to 6kph.
With its 120kg weight limit, it's up there with the best options on the market. It doesn't fold flat like some options, but it can be stored upright to save space when it's not in use.
When it comes to your health, staying seated for too long can be really detrimental. But while the effects of sitting down for too long are quite well known, did you know that standing for more than two hours at a time can also increase your risk of some circulatory diseases? A walking pad can be used with the best standing desks out there to help you get your steps in during the working day, perfect if you work from home or even in an office.
When you're off the clock, you can even get your steps in while watching TV or making phone calls. 10,000 steps in miles is about five miles for most people, so having the opportunity to do some walking during the day can really help you make a dent in your fitness goals. What's more, a walking pad can be the perfect alternative to walking outside in the dark.
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Stephen Warwick is TechRadar's Fitness & Wearables writer with nearly a decade of experience covering technology, including five years as the News Editor of iMore. He's a keen fitness enthusiast and is never far from the local gym, Apple Watch at the ready, to record his latest workout. Stephen has experience writing about every facet of technology including products, services, hardware, and software. He's covered breaking news and developing stories regarding supply chains, patents and litigation, competition, politics and lobbying, the environment, and more. He's conducted interviews with industry experts in a range of fields including finance, litigation, security, and more. Outside of work, he's a massive tech and history buff with a passion for Rome Total War, reading, and music.