Getting more steps into the day sounds simple enough until you actually have to find the time to do it.
Between work, commuting, errands, cooking dinner and the general business of existing, suddenly that leisurely afternoon walk has disappeared from the calendar.
This is why walking pads have become such a popular home fitness buy. They take up considerably less room than a traditional treadmill and can make squeezing in some movement at home easier.
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And right now, this walking pad has dropped to its lowest price in 30 days.
The MERACH Walking Pad Australia Treadmill is currently $239.99, down from $299.99, giving shoppers a 20 per cent saving.
For anyone who has been considering adding a walking pad to their home office, bedroom or living room, the $240 price makes this the perfect time to buy.
The foldable treadmill has been designed with smaller spaces in mind.
Once folded, it measures 65 x 70.1 x 125cm and takes up around 0.45 cubic metres of floor space, which the brand says is about one-third of the footprint of a conventional treadmill.
It also has built-in bi-directional pulleys, designed to make moving it around the home easier.
The folding mechanism is another useful touch, with the walking pad designed to lower itself gradually when unfolded rather than simply dropping into position.
It has a six per cent incline
The MERACH has a six per cent incline, which gives you the option to add some extra challenge to your walking sessions without needing a particularly complicated setup.
The speed range runs from 0.8km/h to 12km/h, so it can accommodate everything from a gentle stroll through to faster-paced sessions. It has a maximum load capacity of 120kg.
There is also an LED display that shows information including speed, time, calories, mileage and heart rate. You can adjust the speed using either the remote control or the treadmill’s screen panel.
For anyone who likes a little more motivation than simply watching the numbers tick over, the walking pad also connects to the free MERACH app. The app offers fitness courses and interactive features, including virtual environments and games.
One reviewer wrote: “So far I love this treadmill. Comes 90 per cent assembled and took about 25 minutes to install. It’s super quiet and the incline is pretty good”.
The relatively straightforward assembly is another tick for anyone who hears the words “home gym equipment” and immediately imagines spending an entire Sunday wrestling with an instruction manual.
MERACH also offers a three-year frame warranty and a one-year parts warranty, with customer service available for product and order questions.
At $239.99, this is the kind of discount that makes a walking pad considerably easier to justify, particularly if you have been trying to find a way to move more without committing to a full-size treadmill.
Just keep in mind that sale prices can change, so if you’ve been eyeing one up, this is a good time to check the deal before it disappears.
