Does anyone have an under-the-desk Elliptical?

[RoxMonster]

Ever since starting my (mostly) WFH job, I just feel like I sit all day. I did buy a stand up desk and will raise it up, but I’m used to walking around all day when I was a teacher and as the weather gets hotter here, my lunch time walks may stop happening.

I don’t want an under-desk treadmill because I am way too clumsy for that and know I’d end up tripping. I’ve seen the little portable Ellipticals or steppers. Is the intent to use these sitting or standing while you work? Does anyone have one and do you like it? Which one do you have? I don’t think I want to spend more than $100 or so on this if possible.

[yourmother]

I bought an under desk peddler for about $40 from Amazon. Nothing fancy, but it’s useful. Only thing is that I cannot type and peddle at the same time.

[fernweh]

I have a desk cycle. I got it on Facebook marketplace almost brand new and way cheaper than Amazon. The problem I have is my desk it too low to use it without my knees hitting, so I usually use it at night while watching tv.

[runblondie26]

I just bought one this week! It seems sturdy enough and is quiet. I’m not sure if it’s doing much for me fitness wise, but it gives me an outlet to fidget and de-escalate my stress level. I read the under desk cycles require more legroom clearance, so I went with the elliptical instead.

www.amazon.com/Fitness-Magnetic-Elliptical-Exerciser-Assembled/dp/B0941RTZHY

[RoxMonster]

Yeah the one concern I have is my knees hitting my desk. I’ll check into the one linked here. Thanks!

[lostrn]

I bought this just over a month ago. I sometimes hit my knees if I get positioned wrong but it's usually fine. I did try it underneath dh's desk and his desk is shorter, I hit my knees more frequently So definitely something to watch for. But I am enjoying it so far, I feel like I have less pain, previously my knees and ankles were constantly stiff and sore. I'm moving so much better now.

DeskCycle Ellipse Under Desk Elliptical Machine, Compact Mini Seated Elliptical Desk Exercise Equipment, Desk Cycle Pedal Exerciser, Black www.amazon.com/dp/B07MBQ19Z2/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_ZDGRGTQM71KZFCH5M8RX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

[mysteriouswife]

May 20, 2022 19:20:15 GMT -5 yourmother said:

I bought an under desk peddler for about $40 from Amazon. Nothing fancy, but it’s useful. Only thing is that I cannot type and peddle at the same time.

I thought it was just me. 😂 one day I slipped and cracked my knee on the desk.

I too have a cheap Amazon one. Nothing fancy.

[yourmother]

May 20, 2022 23:31:50 GMT -5 mysteriouswife said:

May 20, 2022 19:20:15 GMT -5 yourmother said:

I bought an under desk peddler for about $40 from Amazon. Nothing fancy, but it’s useful. Only thing is that I cannot type and peddle at the same time.

I thought it was just me. 😂 one day I slipped and cracked my knee on the desk.

I too have a cheap Amazon one. Nothing fancy.

Yes! And I’m a short person, but this little peddler is kinda small. I wish it were bigger for bigger strides (not sure how to describe it). 

[Poeticxpassion]

I don't use mine under a desk, but I sit on a bed or chair and peddle.

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