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45 of 45 found the following review helpful:
 Good and reliable for the price. Space saver. Convenient. Good workout. Jan 14, 2006
By That Chatty Gal
Have had this product for about two weeks. Works well, reasonably quiet making only a soft whooshing sound in use, and sometimes a tiny and barely noticable squeak from a pedal. (This product beats the more expensive Kettler product hands down, which was extremely noisy.) It might not look like high technology, but it sure gets the job done. It doesn't take up much room. I use it for 30 minutes a day for my legs, and 10 minutes a day for my arms. Building up my time, but I've already been able to slip into my jeans with far less of a struggle since using this cycle and eating better quality (not less quantity) foods. I needed something that I would actually use and not get tired of - this is it. I can watch tv, listen to radio, or read a book while using it. What's not to like? Very nice. Thanks for a nice product.
29 of 29 found the following review helpful:
Fights Fat, High Blood Sugar, and Frustration! Jan 14, 2007
By Purdy Oaten
This is a very handy exerciser. I originally came to Amazon looking for a pedal exerciser primarily for my arms, since I used to use my recumbent bicycle,for that purpose, and to great effect. That piece of equipment simply took up way too much space...and since I couldn't exercise both my arms and legs on it at the same time, I came to the conclusion that it was inefficient.
I now have a full size elliptical exerciser that I have been using for a number of years. I try to work out on it for an hour at a go, at least five days a week. I say that I try, but finding the time can be a bit of a problem. Once my husband and I are home together, our time is so limited, or so it seems, that going off for an hour, can seem pretty unsociable.
The great thing about this pedal exerciser, is that I can use it while hanging out and talking, or while watching DVDs, or even while on the computer....although my pull out keyboard tray is low, and the exerciser only works underneath it if I am willing to pedal and type while in a luge position!! I sit the exerciser to the side of my desk, and work at it side saddle.(Okay, so that might not be for everyone; maybe just me and the queen!!)
I have the resistance turned up all the way on mine, which means I can work up a sweat on the thing, and also that it is quite efficient at bringing down the old blood sugar, without making me feel like I am suffering a cruel penance for that deli lunch.
Yes, it does get hot, after a few minutes of serious pedaling, and you might find that once the pedal exerciser has cooled, it may seem like the resistance has gone slack, the next time you use it...but give it a few minutes of working out, and you will find that the resistance comes back up, as it warms up...at least, that has been my experience.
As other reviewers have said, this is good for keeping in shape when you can't get out, or working back into shape after an injury, and to use to great advantage while sitting in front of the TV or computer. I would Add the very big bonus of being helpful in keeping down blood sugar...and I have found that pedaling with my hands , when it is on high resistance and on the floor, is great for firming up both the shoulders and back, as well as the arms. For some strange reason, my elliptical just doesn't seem to do much for my arms, and working on them specifically seems to be much more effective. This exerciser helps me cut down on the guilt I feel, when I just can't get to that hour long elliptical workout, and thus, it is good for keeping away feelings of anxiousness or frustration. I still use my elliptical, whenever possible, but this thing has definitely become a big part of my overall exercise program....and it hasn't squeaked on me, yet!!
22 of 22 found the following review helpful:
Nice Little Workout - Keeps Blood Circulating Oct 31, 2005
By Jennifer Pippo
"Love to Exercise but Lazy"
The bike pedals might seem easy at first, but after you do 15 minutes of pedaling on the hardest level, its actually a pretty good workout. Its really good to just keep your legs circulating while you are at work on the computer or at the desk. You can also add ankle weights if you want to pedal harder. But I just like being able to move my legs around while I sit down.
46 of 51 found the following review helpful:
great product for the elderly Jan 30, 2005
By T. Beindorf
I PURCHASED THIS PRODUCT FOR MY 89 YEAR OLD MOTHER WHO HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET OUT AND WALK IN THE SNOWY WINTER WE HAVE HAD IN NORTHERN OHIO. SHE ABSOLUTELY LOVES IT, SHE HAS BEEN ABLE TO EXCERCISE AND STRENGTHEN HER LEGS WHILE WATCHING TV OR READING. SHE SAYS SHE CAN FEEL IT PULLING ON HER THIGH MUSCLES AS WELL AS HER CALVES. GREAT PRODUCT.
19 of 19 found the following review helpful:
Compact and Efficient Sep 21, 2005
By S. Datta-Kimball
"shefali"
The product is compact but still provides sufficient exercise for leg muscles, especially if walking is not an option. It also comes assembled, so one does not have to arrange for assembly--a very helpful factor.
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