TrekDesk Treadmill Desk Review

The TrekDesk is a specially designed desk that can be fitted around an existing treadmill to enable a user to benefit from gentle exercise while carrying out office work.

This is a specially designed office desk that can be attached to an existing treadmill. The TrekDesk treadmill desk is a relatively new concept in treadmill use and is intended for anyone who wants to participate in some light exercise while carrying out office related activities such as typing at a computer keyboard.

The benefits to your health and emotional well being of even slow walking have been discussed at length in many articles in books, magazines and on web sites. The concept of the treadmill desk has been developed to enable people

The design allows for both home and commercial use and essentially consists of a “u shaped” desk supported by two height adjustable legs that are attached to a robust steel base. The whole assembly is then positioned over an existing treadmill.

There are also a number of accessories included with the desk including a manuscript holder, a file folder with three levels and a top stand for a telephone and 2 cup/utility holders. The accessories can be plugged into different locations on the desk to allow for flexibility.

The design of this desk includes many innovative features:

Space to work

The unit features a large desk surface area of 72 inches long by 34 inches wide. This is larger than most conventional desks and provides ample work space for most office type activities.

The desktop is steel reinforced LDPE and can accommodate most laptop and keyboard sizes. The center “cut out” keeps treadmill controls and accessories within easy reach. As the TrekDesk treadmill desk is Independent of the treadmill no vibration is transmitted to the desk.

The desk top has beveled edges for comfort and appearance while the unique shape maximizes the available work area.

Engineered to last

The product has been engineered to last. It is made from premium, powder coated steel and features a resilient steel reinforced LDPE desktop, and a durable, metal base.

The desk top area is made from a stain resistant office gray colored material. The the support base, hardware and accessories are gray/silver.

A stability support struts add stability to the desktop.

Fits most treadmills

The universal design means that it will fit most treadmills. The height is adjustable assuring ideal positioning. Two height adjustable support legs are fixed in position 49 inches apart, providing a solid, robust steel base.

The legs adjust to allow for the perfect ergonomic settings for users who are 5 feet 4 inches to 6 feet 4 inches tall.

The adjustable desk height settings are numbered. This allows a user to adjust to individual user settings easily and quickly.

The unit can also be used as stand alone adjustable height desk.

Office functionality

The desk includes some great organizational features. The manuscript holder, allows you to read books, magazines or manuscripts while you type, talk and walk. The manuscript holder keeps books, magazines, papers upright for easy reading.

There is also a file folder with 3 trays and a top stand to place your telephone, headset, or cell phone on. Also included are two cup/utility holders which could also be used as water bottle holders.

Accessory slots

The desk uses a system of slots built into the desktop in order to allow flexibility. The various accessories can be plugged into any of the available slots or unplugged and moved to a new location on the desktop. This system also allows for any future accessories to be easily added to the desk area.

Putting it all together

Installing and assembling the desk is a relatively easy proposition. The owner’s manual contains easy, step by step instructions detailing how the unit fits together.

Easy storage

The treadmill desk also has the added advantage that it can be folded up for easy storage when not in use or transported to another location.

Features:  

  • Fits Most Treadmills
  • Large Desk Surface (72″ x 34″)
  • Steel Reinforced LDPE Desktop
  • Height Adjustable
  • Strong Metal Base
  • Powder Coated Steel Frame
  • Manuscript Stand
  • 4 Level File / Phone Tray
  • 2 Cup / Pen Holders
  • Folds for Storage
  • 2yr Limited Warranty

Summary:

This treadmill desk is a specially designed office work desk that can be attached to an existing treadmill. It is suitable for home or commercial locations and is intended for anyone that wants to combine gentle exercise with office type work such as typing.

The concept of “walking while working” is a comparatively new one but gaining in popularity and some companies are now offering their employees treadmill style workstations due to the perceived health and well being benefits that have been attributed to this kind of exercise.

The unit consists of a “U shaped” desk supported by two height adjustable legs that are attached to a robust steel base. The TrekDesk is made from premium, powder coated steel and features a resilient steel reinforced LDPE desktop.

There are also a number of accessories included with the desk including a manuscript holder, a file folder with three levels and a top stand for a telephone and 2 cup/utility holders. The accessories can be plugged into different locations on the desk to allow for flexibility.

As previously stated the desk is an “add-on” accessory and any potential purchaser would need to be aware that they would already need to have a treadmill in order to attach the desk to it.

Goplus 3-in-1 Treadmill with Desk, 2.25HP Folding Electric Treadmills, Large LED Display,Remote Control, Bluetooth Speakers, Walking Jogging Machine for Home/Office Use (Black)

$318.99  in stock
Amazon.com
as of November 13, 2024 7:09 am
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