The hardest part of starting with a new exercise routine is the first step…As a mother of two including a 2 year old little boy, I am always busy and over tired, so making up excuses for not working out is always easy and it is amazing how quickly I can come up with a 100 different reasons why I should not go out and exercise… I need to cook, I need to clean, I need to do laundry….You get the idea.
The sad thing is that once I actually get started, I love the way I feel and have come to the realization that exercising is actually the best thing I could do for myself and I try to work out as regularly as possible.
I understand that different people with different life styles and responsibilities have even more limitations and getting in at least the minimum recommended daily exercise (at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day), can be challenging and even more if you have a busy schedule…
I for instance have been jogging, but I have been dying to add some other types of exercise to my daily routine and I have not been able to get the time required to go to the gym, so I figured I need a different approach. I wanted to find something that I could do from home that would help me achieve my goal and while there are tons of programs I could do from home, taking the time to actually do these things was my bigger problem. Then a couple of weeks ago I found what I thought could be the answer to my workout dilemma.
I have been dying to get on a bike and add a different workout to my routine, but now that I have the baby, I need to include him on my rides and again I had to fit it into my schedule and since I live in Florida the times when I can actually go out for a bike ride without it being more than 80 degrees out is very limited.
I live in a condo and we are kind of limited on space, so a stationary bike to work out on was out of the equation and again, I had to make the time to actually do it! So the best thing I have found for my dilemma was the DeskCycle.
Excessive at work or home
The DeskCycle or how I like to call it, the best invention since sliced bread…This compact “bicycle” is specially designed to fit under a desk and features, super smooth pedal motion so you can easily do this at work without it being distracting.
Lots of features to love
This under the desk cycle is really smooth and quiet thanks to the touch-free magnetic resistance system. This means the DeskCycle is incredibly smooth and quiet, while most stationary bikes have frictionresistance that can lead to your workout being noisy and not work place friendly. The DeskCyle is as quiet as a mouse avoiding distractions for you or anyone else around you.
The unit comes with a display stand that can be attached to your DeskCycle to keep track of your workout. The display can also be placed on your desk thanks to the extra cable and display included in the box.
The display will show speed, time, distance, and calories. It can keep up to 1,000 records of exercise activity.
The display works with …..Batteries not included with the unit and goes on when you start pedaling. The display will turnoff automatically after a couple of minutes of inactivity and not using the machine.
So easy to use that you will forget you are working out
The DeskCycle has 8 resistance settings and when used on one of the lower settings, you will get such a smooth ride that could easily forget you are in the middle of a workout…The great thing is that the resistance can be easily adjusted, so you can increase your workout without any hassle.
The DeskCycle is very stable thanks to the wide legs on the back and front with the unit with non-slip caps on each end.
Calibrating can be done by simply adjusting the large dial on front of the unit.
Pedals are pretty wide and have straps to prevent your feet from slipping.
I really like the design and concept of this compact cycle and love the online DeskCycle Calorie Calculator that helps you determine the distance and resistance you need in order to burn the calories you want…Very neat.
Cons?
My desk at home is a small corner desk (condo limited space), so even though the DeskCycle fits perfectly, my legs are a little tight, but I blame the small dimensions of my desk and even then I am still able to use the unit while typing. My legs are not completely under the desk, but it is still doable in a comfortable position!
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I learned that this product is QUIET (yay!), because it works off magnets! That means no complaints and dirty looks from people in the vicinity! As for my exercise, it’s tough – I have psoriatic arthritis, and my joints are always hurting. But the best way to overcome this (says the doctor!) is to work through the pain and just go with it. Maybe I have to remember my Lamaze breathing just to exercise. OMG!
I like how it is smooth and quiet and long lasting! I like to exercise, jog and strength train, but would like something for under the desk. My husband might benefit from this as well. He doesn’t get out that much, so under the computer would be great!
I learned that it can track and keep up to 1,000 records of exercise activity! Yes I do my best to stay active and exercise. I do yoga and stretch every morning, go for brisk walks a few times a week and lift free weights at home a few days a week.
I leaarnedt that the DeskCycle is built to last for years of maintenance-free use.
I exercise four days a week.
I go to the gym during my lunch hour, but hate just sitting behind a desk most of the day. I love that this is only 10 inches tall, and can be used under a desk.
I left a comment, but it isn’t here! Anyway, I exercise and do strength training. It would be great for me and my husband under our computer desk!
I really like this!!! I learned that it is very quiet…which you need in the work place! I actually didn’t know these existed, so I’m very excited that I came across your email. I actually don’t exercise like I should, but lately I have been trying to walk more. I am watching what I eat, so I have been losing. I have lost about 20 pounds in about 6 months, so I am going to keep going!! God bless and good luck everyone!
I keep trying to post and contact you! I exercise daily, jogging and strength training every other day, at my gym. I think this would be great to have under our desk of our computer! It would be fun as well!!!
I really like the fact that this is small enough to use at home w/o taking up an entire room to store it in. I have gained 25 lbs all due to the continuous need for steroid injections on neck and back. This machine will provide the low impact exercise that I need to burn off this extra weight. Also the fact that when you use this in a backward motion it works a different set of muscles.
I visited the DeskCycle website and learned that children are using these in class! It’s an awesome idea because I home school my daughter and this would be a perfect combo–schoolwork and exercise. I would love to win this to help both my kids and myself stay in shape. I try to exercise when I can and also take walks with the kids.
I learned The DeskCycle makes it easy to get safe and effective exercise while working at your desk. It’s the only bike that was specifically designed for this purpose. I try to exercise I am not a huge fan of it. I like to dance and walk to get my exercise in .
The DeskCycle makes it easy to get safe and effective exercise while working at your desk. It’s the only bike that was specifically designed for this purpose. This looks great for my home office my husband and I could both use it daily. I had not seen this one before .The 39 lb effective flywheel weight keeps the pedals moving at a smooth pace. I hate bikes that jerk when you peddle them.The touch-free magnetic resistance mechanism of the DeskCycle was designed to be quiet so that it will not disturb your coworkers. I like that it is quiet too so it wont bother anyone when I use it.
I have not exercised well i do walk our dog but the specialist said bike riding would help my knees so this is perfect for that.
I learned that the DeskCycle has 8 resistance levels! I have been more active since it has been nice weather. I take daily walks to stay in shape. I would totally be bring this to the office if I was the lucky winner!
I learned that the DeskCycle is built to last for years of maintenance-free use. I like to exercise. Usually I practice yoga, hike, or swim to keep in shape.
The DeskCycle has 8 resistance levels.
We belong to the Y, but we don’t go as often as we should.
Would lobe to have a way to exercise at the desk!
You can pedal forwards and backwards which works different sets of muscles. It’s easy to setup the Deskcycle.
I forgot to add that I workout at the gym 3 times a week and do Tai Chi and Chi Gong twice a month in free classes offered at the library.
I learned that the DeskCycle has 8 resistance levels. I don’t work out but I should. Instead I chase after 4 kids.
I sit at a desk all day long so winning this would be wonderful. I also love how quiet it is, perfect for the office. The last thing l want to do when l get home is exercise. With this little workout l would feel like l at least tried.
I learned that The touch-free magnetic resistance system of the DeskCycle is both smooth and quiet. I exerciser every morning to get my day started right.
i learned the DeskCycle is smooth and quiet. I usually do dance workouts and try and workout at least every other day/. i think this would be cool because i can use it while checking emails and working online.