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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Rebecca Lawton

I Switched My Weekly Outdoor Runs For My Walking Pad to Swerve Icy Winter Workouts - and I'm a Fan

Health writer Rebecca using a walking pad instead of running.

There's no denying it: walking pads aren't going anywhere. Their popularity is huge, and in winter, the appeal only grows. They're a quick, weather-proof way to get your steps in and keep moving from the comfort of your own home.

I love my walking pad, but when it comes to staying active, I've got to admit, I'm a get-outdoors-for-a-run kind of girl. Nothing beats fresh air, a bit of headspace, and a change of scenery - not to mention that runner's high you get after a few miles and the health benefits running brings. And as a mum-of-three, it's my guaranteed dose of escapism for 30 to 60 minutes.

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