In both cases, I purchased an old treadmill for about $200, added either shelving from Home Depot (about $100) or a standing desk from Ikea (about $150), and was good to go.

I already had a desk at standing height, so I completed my setup with the TreadDesk, which set me back $800. (The TreadDesk includes a slim treadmill that fits under a desk and detachable controls.) ...

Even with a treadmill, Ms. Wade still walks early in the morning. Despite making adjustments to her treadmill desk usage, Ms. Wade has never second-guessed her decision.

My treadmill desk has helped me walk up to five miles a day while I work, and it’s helped me lose weight as well. You don’t have to break the bank to create a treadmill desk setup for your ...