- Low Impact Workout From Home – Improve your overall health without stress on your joints and muscles while in the comfort of your chair-recliner when using Journey Health and Lifestyle Exercise Peddler
- Helps Mobility for Legs & Arms – This under-the-desk bike pedal exerciser is great for increasing your flexibility for your lower body or use on a table to improve your upper body range of motion
- Easily Adjust Tension – Customize your workout by increasing or decreasing the resistance using the easy-to-turn knob on our mini exercise bike
- Measures Steps & More – Featuring a large digital display, keep track of calories burned, exercise time, reps, and steps taken with Journey Health & Lifestyle mini desk elliptical machines
- Compact, Portable & Convenient – Lightweight and easy to assemble, this foot pedal exercise machine simply folds when stowed under your desks or in closets
8 reviews for Journey Health & Lifestyle Exercise Peddler – Portable Foot Pedal Exerciser for Home Use – Under Desk Folding Workout Bike – Exerciser for Seniors
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Kevin J Koss –
This works so well. Just like riding a bike without the hard seat
Boo Radley –
I was really excited about this. Thought it would be good to use while reading on the couch. It would have been if the little rubber feet that are supposed to keep it in place didn’t keep turning upwards. Once they do that it starts to slide across the room and becomes unusable. The pedals are also jerky while you’re pedaling and the metal bar the pedals are attached to get extremely hot. I actually burned my hand moving it.
TorchLit –
My knee has been healing for a few months now, and any exercise that puts too much weight or pressure on it is just not happening. I wanted to do something to kind of get some cardio in, so I saw these machines. I’ve been debating whether to shell out a ton of money on one of the fancy ones. Would it do anything? Is it better than wiggling my legs under my desk? When I saw this one at a decent price to try out, I decided that this was my chance to give it a try.
So this is a basic, simple version. It’s completely manual except the pedometer-like thing that is attached to it and entirely removable. Tension is controlled by an old fashioned screw knob like the old style exercise bike my grandfather had. It’s a little awkward to use at first, figuring out chair height and leg positioning, but I found using an adjustable height, flat seated desk chair worked well. The swivel feature added an extra dimension to it, which made it more comfortable and fun. The pedometer-like measurement device counts time and exercise, but I’m not sure how useful it is. I can’t see it from a seated position anyway (bad eyes).
But, would it exercise? Oh, my, it actually does. I know I’m a bit out of shape more than usual given my dumb knee, but I was surprised that just spinning my legs got my heart rate up the same as it would on a stationary bike or elliptical. My thighs were feeling it. It definitely is an exercise that will get your cardio up and help build leg strength. If nothing else, it’s a great starter machine for recovery after an injury. It’s enough, and I don’t think someone, especially a beginner, needs anything fancier.
This machine looks nice. It’s heavy, and it feels substantial like a bike, not fake device. It has a smooth pedal motion and stability. It folds pretty flat, and can fit under something with a few inches clearance for storage. This is a neat little device that can easily be kept in an office or small apartment without taking up a ridiculous amount of space. It’s probably not as effective for the advanced super athlete, but it’s definitely a good start!
Yorkies –
My husband just had both of his knees replaced a couple weeks ago. I got this for him to transition to his recumbent trike that I have on a stand and also use this under his desk once he goes back to work. He likes it a lot! It’s easy to unfold and make sure to the push pin is in the hole all the way. You put the counter on the hole with the screw knob in it. The more you tighten up the screw, the harder the resistance. You can also push it closer to your body for a more range of motion for your knees. The counter is nice where you can see how many rotations, calories burned, how long you have been peddling, etc. It’s basic but a lot of great info. It can be reset easily by holding down the reset button for a few seconds if you want to do that each time using it. It comes with straps to help keep your feet in. The straps only have 3 holes to adjust them. Wish it was velcro strap but it works. It’s super quiet when you peddle so you won’t disturb anyone when doing it. You can also use this on a desk or table for your arms. This will be used for a while to make sure he builds then keeps his ROM! The PT person also recommended him getting one.
Boo Radley –
I think a lot of people buy these for use under a desk so they can get a little leg workout while they are sitting at a computer for long periods.
The problem is clearance between your knees and the underside of the desk. I am a 5 ft 10″ male and I could not use it under my desk for that reason. I calculated that if I had a variable-height desk, I could crank it up to about 34″ clearance and it would work. You also need to raise your adjustable height chair so it’s more comfortable for your knees, and less awkward generally.
For reference, at the top range of motion, the pedal surface is 13″ off the floor. You can use that, plus your foot-to-knee distance to see if it will fit for you.
I use it on carpet and it tended to “walk” at little, so I had to readjust the position periodically.
With the front legs on a table top and the rear legs in your lap, you can use it to exercise your arms, which in some ways works better than it does with legs. It got my heart rate going! I can see people who need rehab or just aerobic exercise using it that way.
Basically, it’s an inexpensive device, but make sure it will fit for your use.
Beau –
I guess I had my expectations a bit too high on this to be fair. Ultimately it’s simple enough to set up and use, and it works just fine. It ended up being a hassle for me to manage in my space and didn’t really “feel” like it was as effective as I wanted. It still lets me get some leg movement in while sitting around, granted, but it’s not been a viable replacement for a full-sized stationary bike.
Rashon Davis –
With the sedentary lifestyle a lot of us have – this is a great way to keep moving. I tried it under my desk – and I’m a little to talk to be pedaling without hitting my desk 6’3”.
But I can use it on long Zoom meetings when the camera is off. Or put it in front of the couch as you watch tv.
Don’t expect an exercise bike here – but it keeps your legs moving, and that heart pumping. And that alone is better than nothing.
J. Paulsonn –
The Journey Health & Lifestyle Exercise Peddler is a good option to have if you are sitting at desk for several hours a day. I have mine set up at work with an average office chair. I have to use it with the chair locked in the upright position. I like this peddler because there are 2 height adjustable positions it can be used in. The resistance in the peddler is moderate. I feel like I get the most value out of it from the movement and getting the blood pumping vs getting a vigorous workout.