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Walking Pad: What is TikTok's latest fitness fad? 3 affordable fitness equipment you can buy

Walking pads are popular as they occupy little space and are ideal for studio apartments, bedrooms, and even offices

TikTok not only comes up with fashion trends and challenges, it also frequently popularizes fitness challenges. Gym equipment like crossers and treadmills are undoubtedly excellent for working out at home. But at the same time, cross-trainers, static cycles, and treadmills are also big, cumbersome pieces of equipment that take up a lot of space wherever you place them.

The newest fitness craze to take off on TikTok is walking pads, which are popular due to how little space they occupy and are therefore ideal for studio apartments, bedrooms, and even offices. 

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What is 'Walking pad' ?

The walking pad (which is both the generic name for the equipment and also a brand name), is a smaller, slimmer take on the traditional treadmill. The plus point is that it folds down to be tucked away under a sofa or bed when not in use. A user on Twitter shared, "This was our sign to get a walking pad"

The thickness of the folded walking pads varies, averaging about 13cm, and many come with a removable hand rail at the front.

TikTok is flooded with millions of videos showing users working out at their desk, while studying, watching TV and more. An extension of last year’s hot girl walk trend, the idea of the pad is to integrate exercise into the day rather than set aside time before or after work, or at lunchtime.

Top 3 walking pads you can buy

1. KingSmith WalkingPad P1

This folding treadmill has a high-star rating on Amazon and a top speed of 6kph. The 145cm length reduces to 81cm when folded and it is only 5.7cm thick for storage. It comes with a remote control that syncs with an app on your phone.

2. Marshal Fitness Walking Pad Treadmill

This one is with low-noise option and features an anti-slip belt. Its full size is 133.5cm x 68.5cm x 106.5cm and it folds upright for storage. The LED display lets you see time, distance, pulse, speed and calories burned.

3. Skyland 2 in 1 Treadmill Walking Pad

This walkpad is in aluminium option that weighs 33kg and measures 150cm x 72cm x 90cm. Controlled via remote control or app, it folds in half for easy storage.