This is an installment of Good Fit, a column about exercise. Though Antonella Avogadro’s job as a software engineer normally ties her to her desk for most of the day, she still manages to get in about ...

A walking pad will let you amble along without having to stop what you’re doing, whether that’s working or watching TV.

Walking pads and treadmills are both useful exercise tools. Walking pads are more compact and lightweight and are designed for light walking. Treadmills are bigger and bulkier, with more features.

If you’ve been reading about how walking is the key to weight loss, you’re likely trying to figure out how best to add some more steps into your day. The solution is surprisingly simple: a walking pad ...