under desk pedal bike

ncahill77

Has anyone tried one of those little contraptions that is just the pedals of the bike you can slide under your desk? I thought about getting one to just pedal throughout the day, this is definitely not in lieu of a workout just something to supplement a little.

RTricia

I had one .... depends on if you share an office with someone and if it squeaks. Kinda makes one bob a bit whilst seated.

Dave198lbs

I start workin out and I start sweating heavy...if I had one of these under my desk i I would need to sit there with a towel or two....might be worth checkin out if you aint a sweatin fool like me

DawnB86

Just used mine actually. I love it but if you have a low desk, you won't be able to avoid hitting your knees as you peddle. I have the Gold's Gym version and haven't had any trouble with squeaking yet. I'm in a cubicle btw and share the room with 25 other people: haven't had any complaints yet :-)

p0pr0cksnc0ke

I just started walking every hour at my work. I walk a lap on my floor (huge oblong building) go down three flights, walk across the floor down there and take three flights up to my desk. 5 min walk 8x a day and I get a 40 minute workout in while at work.

ncahill77

I start workin out and I start sweating heavy...if I had one of these under my desk i I would need to sit there with a towel or two....might be worth checkin out if you aint a sweatin fool like me

haha well I do the same but if I keep it at a nice slow steady pace I can keep that from happening. I really just want something I can do to keep my body moving all day so I'm not sedentary other than the hour I can actually go to the gym.

capriciousmoon

I have one. I use it when I'm watching anime and movies so I'm not just sitting at my desk not moving for hours. I like it and I seem to be losing more weight since I started using it every day.

themommie

thanks for your replies. I was also thinking of getting one, to use while watching tv, you can also use it for your arms if you set it on the desk. any extra movement during the day is going to help......

Dave198lbs

I start workin out and I start sweating heavy...if I had one of these under my desk i I would need to sit there with a towel or two....might be worth checkin out if you aint a sweatin fool like me

haha well I do the same but if I keep it at a nice slow steady pace I can keep that from happening. I really just want something I can do to keep my body moving all day so I'm not sedentary other than the hour I can actually go to the gym.

I would go for it then....wonder what they cost

Shannon_Nicole83

Interesting....I might have to look into it also. I was walking at work (outside) but now it's starting to get cold, and I don't like walking in the cold. Any movement has to be better than none!

DawnB86

I would go for it then....wonder what they cost


$30-$40 at Walmart

Dave198lbs

I would go for it then....wonder what they cost


$30-$40 at Walmart

thanks

Maryee71

I've had one for several yrs that I got at WalMart. I use it at home while watching tv. I've worn mine out and need a new one.
You can get them that cost anywhere from 40-300 dollars. I even used it post knee surgery.

Improvised

I got one for $20 on Amazon. I use it when I watch movies or play video games, lol.

ruby_red_rose

What brands do you guys have?

Luna7449

I have a desk cycle, Amazon had the best reviews, its quiet and low profile, desk has to be a minimum of 27 inches high, As like many of us I sit all day for a min of 8 hours, and need to move a bit more. I have had it about a month, and over the last week I have really stepped it up and biking a min of an hour and a half a day, I keep my pace at 15 to 18 miles per hour and dont sweat too much, I am feeling great and feel like I am loosing inches. Weigh in is on Friday so we will see.

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50sFit

ncahill77 wrote: »

Has anyone tried one of those little contraptions that is just the pedals of the bike you can slide under your desk? I thought about getting one to just pedal throughout the day, this is definitely not in lieu of a workout just something to supplement a little.

GREAT IDEA!
I have a work station that includes a mini trampoline. Anything that keeps us moving is terrific!
ENJOY!

cdoesthehula

I have recently started using a standing desk.

It really helped with my posture, and while it isn't a workout I'm sure it's better for me than not having one.

Something else to think about? Personally, I don't think I'd be as productive if I was thinking about pedalling.

philwrightfitness

I use a standing desk and a fitness ball for when I want to sit it all helps!

MikeInAZ

I never really thought of that. I sit all day long. Might as well get a little exercise. I may order one of these! http://amzn.to/1yruQl7 Thanks for the idea!

deluxmary2000

50sFit wrote: »

ncahill77 wrote: »

Has anyone tried one of those little contraptions that is just the pedals of the bike you can slide under your desk? I thought about getting one to just pedal throughout the day, this is definitely not in lieu of a workout just something to supplement a little.

GREAT IDEA!
I have a work station that includes a mini trampoline. Anything that keeps us moving is terrific!
ENJOY!

A trampoline?!? I want to work where you work.

MikeInAZ

Ok, after looking at all the junk ones on Amazon. I decided to pull the trigger on one of the more expensive ones. It gets good reviews. Let's keep our fingers crossed. http://amzn.to/1rs9MVY

ponycyndi

Mine is quiet. I use it in front of the sofa while watching tv or playing on my tablet. I can cycle at a good pace and resistance for an hour without breaking a sweat.

I like it because it helps my circulation vs. just sitting, and it's a great warm up too.