How is a walking pad different from a treadmill? And is it better to simply take more breaks by walking away from your desk rather than walking at it? Let the experts explain more about this fitness trend we've seen on TikTok.
Any gadget that lets you kill two birds – or a whole flock – with one stone is a big win in any time-starved Singaporean’s book. Like the smartphone or tablet that you’re using to read this article right now.
TikTok users would be familiar with this device when the pandemic lockdown inspired many to seek out home workout equipment. Shane Siou, a senior physiotherapist with Core Concepts, noted that a walking pad can be suitable for those who want to keep active but have difficulties heading outside “due to medical or physiological conditions”. “If your goal is to achieve a slow burn – that is, exercising at a low to moderate heart rate – using a walking pad as a workout modality may be quite convenient,” he said.
What about weight loss? “While the consistent use of a walking pad may increase one’s caloric expenditure modestly, it may not be sufficient for meaningful weight loss,” said Adj Prof Tian. And it also doesn’t help if you’re munching on snacks or sipping bubble tea while walking. “Physical activity has to be combined with appropriate dietary management for the weight loss to be significant,” he said.
Given the walking pad’s smaller walking surface and less stable nature compared to a treadmill, there could also be an increased risk of falls or injuries, said Adj Prof Tian.For starters, keep your gait as natural as possible to avoid any compensatory patterns, said Siou. For example, “increase your walking duration by 10 per cent weekly if you are tolerating well with the workout”.For beginners, start at zero inclination until you reach the target speed, said See. “Once you are comfortable with the speed, gradually increase the inclination by 1 per cent each minute.
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