I started my first daily running streak on the 1st of December 2016. This first attempt of running a mile a day minimum lasted for 672 days. On the 4th of October, 2018, I hurried to get ready to take our youngsters to school, and with a small wrong movement, got the worst back spasm of my life. I collapsed on the floor, and was not able to get up for several days. My first running streak had come to an end.
A friend recommended an electric treadmill desk. This would allow me to walk whilst coding, instead of just sitting at my desk. I got the top of the range model and it had many incredible features. It spun as fast or as slow as I needed. There were also some issues. For example, it was uncomfortable to walk barefoot on the treadmill. I had to schedule regular reminders to lubricate the belt with silicon.
Then in 2023, one of my newsletter subscribers told me about Walkolution. This is a super quiet treadmill desk that is powered by walking, rather than by a motor. He connected me with the company, and they were kind enough to supply me with their top model. The walking surface is spungy and has interesting texture, allowing me to walk barefoot. It is also more natural to speed up and slow down. Walkolution came to make a video of my working space, which of course had to include some pushups (remember the 15000 pushups challenge?) and a run on Kalathas Beach.
I like their product and the company. They have given me a link for you to get a $100 discount. They will also give me a $50 affiliate commission. I'm not promoting them for the commission - that's more a way to track the sales. You're also welcome to pay the full price ;-)
Here is the video they made - enjoy :-)
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