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Fitness Tip of the Day!
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Physical Activity and Dementia
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A 5-yr study of elderly subjects (mean age 75 yrs) showed that those who were most active during the day (doing chores, etc.) had the lowest rate of cognitive impairment (Arch Intern Med, 2011).
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Product Details: DeskCycle
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Product Name:
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DeskCycle
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Category:
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Office Exercise Gear
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Manufacturer:
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3D Innovations
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List Price:
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$159.00
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| Capacity:
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Should be used only while sitting. Do not stand on the DeskCycle.
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| Colors Available:
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(as shown)
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| Description:
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The DeskCycle is a portable pedalling device. You place it under your desk and exercise your legs while you work. For persons up to 5'8", this device can be used under desks as low as 27 inches. Persons taller than that will need a taller desk. Pedals have adjustable Velcro straps.
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| Dimensions:
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Pedal arm length is 3.5-in. Maximum pedal height is only 10-inches above the floor. The unit is 20-in wide and 24-in long. Weight: 23-lbs.
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| Footprint:
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The unit is 20-in wide and 24-in long.
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| How It Works:
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Other devices like this use friction to create resistance. The DeskCycle uses magnets, which are quieter and smoother. The flywheel spins at 14 times the speed of the crankshaft. You can pedal it forward or backward.
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| Ideal For:
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Anyone who does a lot of sitting.
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| Special Features:
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Has 8 different levels of resistance.
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| Why It's Cool:
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The LCD display can be placed on your desk so you can monitor speed, time elapsed, calories, and distance while you work.
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