Which treadmill works best? I am very exited about getting a TrekDesk and changing the way I work. But I am missing a key component: a treadmill. Before I start ordering accessories, I need the actual equipment! What treadmills (models, companies, etc) have you found to work well with this desk? Has anyone found a treadmill with controls that are still usable while working with the TrekDesk? Or should I just accept that fact that I will have to block the controls in order to use the desk? Which treadmill works best? I am very exited about getting a TrekDesk and changing the way I work. But I am missing a key component: a treadmill. Before I start ordering accessories, I need the... » Read More Which treadmill works best? I am very exited about getting a TrekDesk and changing the way I work. But I am missing a key component: a treadmill. Before I start ordering accessories, I need the actual equipment! What treadmills (models, companies, etc) have you found to work well with this desk? Has anyone found a treadmill with controls that are still usable while working with the TrekDesk? Or should I just accept that fact that I will have to block the controls in order to use the desk? « Show Less
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This is such a difficult question to answer because the variables involved are different for everyone. TrekDesk will work with virtually any treadmill however. The best way to determine what treadmill works best for you is to contact TrekDesk at info@trekdesk.com and they can assist you.
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I spent about a year testing each of the different desks out there as purchasing a treadmill desk is a major purchase. You can see the results of my research here: http://www.blog.joelx.com/lifespan-fitness-treadmill-desk-review-comparison/6645/
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I was wondering the same thing so did some searching on Amazon and found the Confidence Power Plus Motorized Electric Treadmill, which is very reasonably priced as well as gotten good reviews. One of the first reviews talks about it being perfect for a treadmill desk!
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I checked the schematics on their site for dimensions and took the dimensions with me to shop for a treadmill. My panel is completely clear of the desk. On the down side, I didn't think a padded treadmill that important. I was wrong. Hours of walking requires a padded deck on the treadmill.
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I might not have the greatest answer without a bit more information. Will you be primarily using the treadmill for running or walking? And the budget for a treadmill is important, because of course if you pay $3,000 (in other words- a lot of money :) ) almost any treadmill will be amazing! I purchased the proform for not only budget reasons, but that technology-wise it was in between "the basics" and a "everything you could possibly imagine" treadmill. I run about 30 miles a week on it and it's still holding up. Just recently I used a life fitness treadmill (it had a fan, tv and multiple hookups for your ipad, iphone, mp3, etc) and I have to say it made my treadmill feel like junk! HOWEVER, my treadmill cost a little over $500 and this one was well over $1,000. The 4 top brands I would say to check out are, smooth fitness (good treadmill but I've heard bad customer service), life fitness (more expensive), horizon (moderately priced, but good customer service) and proform (a lot of choices with a wide range of prices). I know this still requires research, but hopefully I've helped a little!
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Look at this link - http://officewalkers.ning.com/forum/topics/inexpensive-alternative-to-treaddesk-treadmill
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I think so, I've seen treadmills for workstations, I don't see why the steps wouldn't work, but I can tell you this, if you do fine painting or drawings at your workstation is not going to work... :)
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To use it as intended it takes a good degree of balance. I would probably go with a regular treadmill. The workout is excellent if they are very balanced.
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I was using a J/M iFit card and I was overriding the program [increasing the incline when the program was trying to reduce it and the machine stopped working, so I took the card out and took the key out and restarted the program. That worked for the NordicTrac treadmill, but the card quit working then. So, I had to buy another iFit card. Never had any problems with any card since [knock on wood]. Is it only with one particular card? Could be a bad card, they are simply SD cards after all.
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I use the treadmill under my regular desk. I purchased the TALL Speedy Standup Desk here on Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B5SY94E/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc;=1) to elevate my laptop. Be sure to get the TALL version, as the extra few inches compensate for the height of the treadmill. The desk is really sturdy and it works great for me.
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I suggest that you view the instructions that came with your treadmill to determine what to use. As to specifically answering your question --- several other persons have done that, and a query using your internet browser should come up with some answers.
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Leslie raises a good point, but has she found any other alternative solutions that are better? I have not found anything else. (FYI: if you have a larger waist which sticks out a bit, using the Connect-A-Desk can be somewhat awkward for typing!)
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Best to check with manufacturer first or Google your treadmill. I was told at the store where mine was bought many years ago, they make 3 different types of treadmill keys I already knew what mine looked like so it was easy for me to pick mine out when I found it on Amazon! It was a great price!hope thus helps! Good luck!
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Yes, that's exactly what the desk is for. The Rebel Desk treadmill is designed to go with the desk!
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It's really a personal choice. This treadmill is complexed with all the features, but to be honest we never used those features so we use it as a basic treadmill. Turn it on, put it on the speed you want and voila. We bought the treadmill to get us moving in the house in the morning. We figured we didn't want to travel to the gym all the time so it was a win win, hop out of bed onto the treadmill. You gotta figure out what's convenient for you and why you want to buy a treadmill verses going to the gym or walking outside.
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Actually we have a lot of 5 foot uses using the TrekDesk simply by raising the incline feature of their treadmill. Keep in mind the suggested ergonomic height chart reflects a treadmill deck height of 10 inches by raising the incline or having a higher treadmill deck this can be accomplished.
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I am 5'1" and use the TrekDesk. I was meticulous in measuring the lowest height of the trekdesk (from scematics on their website) and then checking the height of the treadmill panels before I bought a treadmill. The bottom of my treadmill panel is just below the lip of the desk. Also, I put a rubber mat under the treadmill to raise it up a bit. They recommend that anyway in case of oil leak. Mine works fine. After a few tens of times of jumping on and off I have to adjust the belt.
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I jog on my treadmill and don't move the desk back. I'm not doing a hard run, but jogging. Works for me.
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The problem I have is that the treadmill makes a lot of noise, i had a maintain person from proform and it she couldn't help much. I have a problem with ProForms tech's they dont return my calls and they dont answer there phone, now I just live with it. Its been about a year that I stop calling the techs
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There is an item that Amazon sells that states it is for a treadmill - but one of the photo's shows it being using on an incumbent bike SurfShelf Treadmill Desk: Laptop and iPad Holder