One of the main reasons that I've noticed that I don't use my home gym equipment more is that I don't want to move away from my chair in front of the tv. I propose a cycle machine that sits on the floor with a rising arm supporting the pedal system. The whole system will easily fold flat to under 1 inch thick so that it can slide underneath my chair in the lounge when not needed. The cycle would not need a saddle as one could remain in their easy chair. Thus one can exercise without moving from the tv and the aesthetics of the room are not jeopardised.
-- alistairwest, Dec 22 2005

Sketch http://alistairwest.com/flatcycle.jpg
Sorry it's a bit naff! [alistairwest, Dec 22 2005]

A cycle that powers the tv would be best.
-- ldischler, Dec 22 2005


I'm working on some sketches now, as for the sweat, it's a fair point but I imagined it would be a way of introducing light exercise rather than replacing a full-on workout. I thought about the tv powering option but thought it might just add extra complexity and put people off. Neat idea though, thanks.
-- alistairwest, Dec 22 2005


What provides resistance? You might as well turn the TV upside down and do "bicycles" in the air, no machinery required.
-- DrCurry, Dec 22 2005


Yeah, and on screen, this webpage is just pixels. I eagerly await your lovely rendered interpretation for me. Nice Christmas spirit Ra, it's appreciated!
-- alistairwest, Dec 23 2005


Might not be great for the legs but turning our tv over is a pretty tiring exercise, maybe you're right DrCurry! I imagined the resistance would come from either a compact belt unit or just an adjustable clamp on the pedal attachment.
-- alistairwest, Dec 23 2005


couch potatoes need some exercise. :)
-- po, Dec 23 2005



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