Differences between Seated and Standing Low-Speed Treadmill Walking

Brennan David K,Allen Thomas

doi:10.23937/2469-5718/1510206

Abstract

There are two purposes in this study (1) To identify whether self-determination factors can influence physical activity behavior in different situations, before, during, and after lockdown. (2) Whether self-determination factors can affect the frequency of physical activity, before, during and after lockdown.

Highlights

For many people who are unable to jog or run, walking is a viable substitute for cardio/pulmonary and leg strengthening exercise
Effect sizes were moderate to high (0.61-0.85) for VO2 at 0.5 and 1.1 mph respectively and low to moderate (0.23-0.61) for Heart Rate (HR) and Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) for 1.1 mph speed
For people unable to stand or walk, the seated treadmill is a suitable alternative to an upright treadmill

Summary

Introduction

For many people who are unable to jog or run, walking is a viable substitute for cardio/pulmonary and leg strengthening exercise. Hindrances to walking, such as lower extremity weakness, neuromuscular disorders and vision impairment effect many people. Others have vocations that require sitting at a desk or table for most of the workday are at risk for the negative health effects of inactivity [1-3]. Prolonged sitting has been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events [4-6] and may be considered the “New Smoking” [7]. Some corporate wellness programs permit desk workers and others to work while walking on a low-speed treadmill [5]. Standing desk treadmills are the most popular among participants. The MuV is a small low speed seated treadmill is designed to fit under a work surface or desk. This study examines the physiological differences between seated treadmill and standing walking across three predetermined walking speeds, 0.5 mph, 1.1 mph and 1.5 mph

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