Side note— you can also throw this bad boy on top of a desk or table and use it to work out your arms. Because my mom’s kitchen (her favorite place to hang out during the day) often doubles as my home office, I knew I needed to get her an exercise bike that was super quiet and wouldn’t distract me while I’m working. For use in the home or office, testers found this to be a relatively distraction-free way to boost the heart rate and burn calories while working on the computer or paying attention to other things. Our collective expertise helps provide the most relevant information to help you achieve your fitness goals. During an eight-hour work day, it can be hard to get your steps in or leave your desk to get exercise.

My home office has smooth vinyl floors so the only other issue was everything staying in place when cycling; at low intensity (levels 1-2 or maybe 3) this is fine, but the bike (and office chair) skated about over the floor especially on highest levels with no carpet to stop this.While these fitness tools are similar, the motion of biking versus using an elliptical is not identical.

Reviewers say it is relatively quiet but note that it's less sturdy than other higher-end models, likely due to it being very lightweight at roughly six pounds. The bike arrived a few days later, I assembled it in 20 minutes, before deciding that I might as well try the bike out myself while reading the manual. A few weeks ago we heard about a middle school teacher who installed bike pedals underneath her students' desks. On level 1 for that time the on-line calculator readout said I have burned 55 calories and covered the equivalent to walking 0. At first glance, we seriously questioned whether or not we'd be able to get any sort of workout while using the DeskCycle.If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. The DeskCycle 2 features patented magnetic resistance and a precision flywheel (40lbs) for an ultra-smooth and quite ride. With 8 calibrated resistance settings, it goes from very easy to more than you need, so you can find the perfect level for yourself. The DeskCycle 2 might not be the answer to everyone’s fitness goals, but it will certainly help anyone looking to add more movement into a long work day. Recumbent-style riding isn’t better or worse than upright cycling, but it is worth mentioning that you shouldn’t expect this indoor cycling bike to feel the same as a traditional bike.

Magnetic Resistance Levels The DeskCycle has more than twice the resistance range of the other pedal exercisers. On particularly chilled days at work, I have to take breaks from typing because my hands get numb from cold. I accept that completely, except their calculator on the web, while being a lot better I also have severe doubts about, even if the figures there are more considerably more believable. I'm not sure exercise at the worksite is going to be something that people are going to want to do," he says, whereas they might be more receptive to standing desks or sitting on an exercise ball.One thing mentioned there is that the digital readout is not accurate [you can say that again] because to make it so would be very expensive. We liked how this bike features eight resistance settings so you can readily increase or decrease your difficulty level. Given its hand made and hand-finished nature, variations and imperfections in solid, real-wood furniture are to be expected and celebrated. Where these machines differ is the fact that the DeskCycle does not have Bluetooth capabilities, while the Cubii does and can connect to the Studio Plus app for on-demand workout classes. Today's best standing desks let you stand to work, but this device takes things several steps further: it's a fitness machine that is designed to combat the effects of inactivity, and it fits snugly under your desk so you can mindlessly pedal away while you complete those pesky tasks.

I'm kind of a lazy guy and I'll just cycle away while watching a series or playing games and you'd be surprised how much calories you burn by just paddling away at a leisurely pace. Free up More Time in Your Day, Use at Work or at Home Get safe and effective exercise while working at your desk, watching TV or any other time when you’re sitting and your legs are free. She has no problem slipping feet both in and out of the foot pedals without any help from her hands—making this a great option for seniors or anyone lacking mobility. You attach the two legs, larger in the front and smaller in the back, and leave them a little loose to level it before tightening them all down.

The foot pedals are textured to help prevent slippage while in use, and our experts like that this model comes with a handle so you can move it around easily (though take note that it's around the heavier end at 25 pounds . This machine is compatible with both FitBit and Apple Watch which allows you to track fitness metrics on your own device. As one of the pricier under-desk bike pedal exercisers, the DeskCycle 2 offers a smooth, quiet, and efficient pedal stroke which works via magnetic resistance. However, considering how life-changing I was counting on the bike to be, I decided it would be a good investment and I forked over the cash.