Wandelen tijdens je werkdag? De voordelen van een loopband

Thursday 27 August

Do you feel like you’ve been stuck to your chair after a long workday? Walking during your workday can bring more movement into hours that would otherwise be spent sitting. And you don’t even have to leave the house.

In short

Walking during your workday can have both physical and mental benefits:

It can help reduce stress and support focus.
Movement can help you feel more awake during the day.
You break up longer periods of sitting.
Walking can support creative thinking.

With simple habits, such as a short walk after lunch or a treadmill under your desk, you can bring more movement into your workday without needing to set aside extra time. A foldable treadmill makes it even easier to move flexibly, even on a busy day.

Why walking during your workday can be good for you

The benefits of walking on a treadmill go beyond simply adding more steps. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), regular physical activity is associated with a range of health benefits and can also support mental wellbeing. TNO also highlights the importance of regular movement throughout the workday.

Less stress, more focus

A short walk can help clear your head and give you a moment before returning to your work with a fresh perspective.

More movement, fewer dips

Movement brings variety to long periods of sitting and can help you feel more awake during the workday.

More creative thinking

Did you know that walking can increase creative output by around 60%? That can be useful during brainstorming sessions, strategy work or when you’re looking for new ideas.

How do you integrate walking into your workday?

It doesn’t have to be complicated. Small adjustments can already bring more movement into your day.

Move little and often

Set a movement reminder that prompts you every hour to stand up or walk for a few minutes.

Take calls while walking

Take phone calls or simple video calls while walking. This can also work well with a treadmill next to your desk.

Make a post-lunch walk a habit

A short walk after lunch creates a natural transition between your break and the rest of your workday.

Treadmill in the office: movement during your workday

With a foldable treadmill in the office, such as the Moov Walk, you can walk during simple tasks while you work.

Did you know that employees who move regularly may have better memory? – Source: ArboNed

Practical tips for walking more during your workday

Make walking part of your routine with these practical tips:

Set a movement reminder on your phone or smartwatch.
Check simple emails while walking if that works comfortably for you.
Plan walking meetings with colleagues.
Start or end your workday with a walk.
Alternate between sitting, standing and walking.
Use a foldable treadmill at home or in the office.

How to keep walking during your workday

Want to make walking a habit? Keep it simple and easy to return to:

Set reminders.
Notice the small steps you’ve already taken.
Use a solution that is easy to combine with your desk.
Walk with a colleague, partner or your dog if that helps you come back to it regularly.
Add variation with different incline levels using our Moov Walk Plus. It offers automatic incline up to 15%.

Frequently asked questions

Walking can work well during simple tasks such as phone calls, reading or brainstorming. For tasks that require precision or your full attention, sitting or standing may be more practical.

Want more variation? Discover the Moov Walk Plus and add incline to your walking sessions.

There is no fixed amount that works equally well for every workday. You can spread movement throughout the day and start with short walking moments of 5 to 10 minutes, for example. Small moments count too.

The current Moov treadmills use a quiet brushless motor with a stated motor noise level below 50 dB. How much noise you actually hear also depends on your pace, body weight, shoes, floor and room acoustics.