Day One – Building A Treadmill Work Walk Station
I’ve often said, and have heard others say,
“I wish I could walk on my treadmill and work on my computer at the same time”.
Getting on the treadmill means we’re off of our computer.
Being on our computer means we’re not exercising.
How great it would be if we could multi-task and do both at the same time?
We can.
Day One
The idea is born.
Read the article “Study Links More Time Spent Sitting to Higher Risk of Death,
I’m motivated to spend less time at my desk,
however that’s what my job calls for.
I also blog which means I spend even more time sitting.
I search for ideas, land on and read
Build A Walking Work Station in 20 Minutes for $20
Watch the video.
I know we don’t have any pieces of wood laying around.
I contemplate running to Home Depot or Lowe’s.
Wait!
Wait a minute.
I remember I have a small kidney shaped vanity I’m not using.
I quickly measure it, then measure the space between the handlebars of my treadmill.
PERFECT!
I take the legs off.
With a few minor modifications, I’m in business.
Husband volunteers to spray paint it for me.
As the shiny black paint goes on, I get excited.
It’s looking good.
Total dollar amount invested so far: less than $2.00 (for the paint).
Evening comes.
My freshly painted, treadmill desk is rests on the arms of the treadmill.
It looks awesome.
Like it belongs there.
It feels secure.
Can’t move very far from side to side because of the drawer.
I’ll feel better when it’s attached to the handrails.
The paint is still tacky.
Best to let it dry thoroughly.
I reluctantly wait until morning.
To be continued…
Go to part two:
Testing The Treadmill Walk Station
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Disclaimer: This blog post is not to be construed as medical advice or treatment. Please consult with your physician or a qualified health care provider prior to beginning any exercise program.
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Tags: computer screen, desks, exercise, homemade, how to, multi-task, treadmill, treadmill desk, walk work station, walking, Work
Patricia July 28th, 2010 at 7:34 pm
Oh this is fun – great series and just something that warms my heart and makes me feel great…Yes! now I have to figure out how to do this…and I may have to get a new computer by next year too…yikes…
Well, I already have the shoes!
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