Claire Harmeyer , a former senior shopping writer for PEOPLE, is now a contributing freelance writer and editor. She's been running on treadmills at home and in studios like Orangetheory Fitness and Barry’s Bootcamp for over five years.

Finding the space for bulky equipment to build an at-home gym isn’t feasible for everyone. But there’s a simple solution that doesn’t require an extra room in your house: the folding treadmill. This clever machine allows you to get your steps in whenever you want. Whether you’re looking for a way to bank miles inside during the winter or you’d like to multitask by walking while you work, the folding treadmill is here to make it happen.

To find the best folding treadmill, our team of PEOPLE testers tried 26 options at home, walking and jogging at least

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