08/19/2026
I had an interesting conversation with a member today. He asked, what I thought about a motorized under the desk bike and if it's a "scam" or actually something beneficial. These bikes move by themselves and, for the most part, carry the users legs around in a circle. There is little effort put in to performing the movement. So how could that possibly be beneficial to your fitness?
At first, I understood his point. If our brain is not organizing the movement, is it really doing us any good?
In all honesty, my answer is yes. And I'm not talking about the fact that any motion, self driven or assisted, could help with blood flow, lymphatic drainage, joint lubrication, etc. My point is that, if that motorized bike is acting as a gateway for someone to get started, to take the first step into a fitness journey, than it's 100% worth it!
Lowering the barrier of entry plays a major role in MOST (if not all) behavior change. When small steps replace big goals, you avoid feeling overwhelmed. You give yourself opportunities to feel small successes and you are more likely to build a lasting habit without burnout.
So what is a habit or behavior you've been trying to nail this year but have been having a little trouble with? How can you lower the barrier of entry to take a step towards the positive? Tell us below! We'd love to help cheer you on!
