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I had a walking pad — but traded it in for this smaller footprint fitness solution

This folding bike fits anywhere and lets you get movement indoors.
This folding bike fits anywhere and lets you get movement indoors.

Reviewers say it offers “a calm and steady pace to keep myself active.”

Staying active is tough on the best of days. Add in record-breaking heat and wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota, and you’ve got all the more reason to be cooped up. In fact, some cities in the Northeast are formally requesting that people stay indoors because the air quality is so hazardous. Yet, just because you’re staying in doesn’t mean you have to stay still. Cue: this foldable stationary bike with resistance bands that’s perfect for getting moving from the comfort and safety of your home. According to our price trackers, this machine usually goes for close to $170, meaning it’s currently 33% off for Prime members. 

This “space saver” stationary bike lets you do all sorts of movements — then folds for easy storage. 

The bike can be used for different exercises.
The bike can be used for different exercises.

With 16 levels of resistance and included bungee bands for your arms and legs, this slender bike offers a full-body workout. Use the petals for low-impact, gentle movement that, according to doctors, puts less strain on your knees than jogging, then add in the arm bands for upper-body resistance, targeting your arms and shoulders. 

If you’re really looking for a challenge, you can add in the leg bands for more lower-body strengthening. It also has a stand for holding an e-reader or phone, just in case you prefer to get tasks done or have some entertainment while pedaling away. This handy machine is designed for riders from 4-foot-11 to 6-foot-6 with a 300-pound weight capacity.

It’s so compact that when you’re not actively riding on it, you may forget it’s there.

Weighing just 38 pounds with two front wheel rollers, the machine is easy to move around your space and to store when not in use. Folded up, one reviewer says it’s about the size of standard golf clubs. A reviewer who had a walking pad swapped to this bike because of its “smaller footprint.”

“The added wheels make this easy to carry around the house, and the compact design makes it easy to pop this thing in front of the TV for some active screen time,” one wrote. “Give me an anime episode or a tv show and 8 miles feels like nothing!” 

Another shopper says they leave it in their living room all the time, noting that when they’re not using it, “I do not even notice it is there.” 

This stationary bike comes mostly pre-assembled, so building it won’t take long, and several reviewers say it’s easy to set up. It has a quiet flywheel so you won’t disturb your neighbors. 

Plus, it’s loved by reviewers dealing with knee pain, recovering from surgery and who want to make movement more accessible.

“Got this to help with mobility and exercise after total knee replacement. Price was less than two physio copays,” one wrote, calling it “perfect for rehab of total knee replacement.” “I can bike for at least an hour, and no knee pain whatsoever,” another wrote. “You still get the benefits of having a good workout, but no knee pain.” 

Others compare the bike to more expensive models at the gym, only with the added benefit of being in your living room, meaning they actually use it.

“Because of this purchase, on days where I’m feeling off or just too tired to get out to the gym, I can hop on this, lower the resistance, and take a calm and steady pace to keep myself active,” Nick wrote. “I think this is a must have for every home.” 

This foldable exercise bike lets you move from the comfort of your home, no matter what is going on outside. Read more 5-star reviews and grab one for yourself for 33% off. 

This is by the easiest bike I’ve ever assembled and the instructions were clear and concise. I needed this bike as part of my in home physical therapy session after my knee replacement surgery and I absolutely love it.” — Mathilda

I had knee surgery and need to keep my legs moving. It’s pretty easy to put together and doesn’t take up much room at all. I had a walking pad but this bike has a smaller footprint. It’s very quiet to operate, the tension is easy to set, and the digital readings are easy to see. I would recommend it to anyone who wants a nice stationary bike. My only complaint is the seat. It’s just not comfortable to me.” — mckaysatt

I could not be happier with this purchase. It was super easy to assemble (roughly 10mins), comfortable while in use (although my butt was a little sore after mile 10) and when folded is so compact and easy to store, being roughly the size and width of a set of golf clubs. The added wheels make this easy to carry around the house, and the compact design makes it easy to pop this thing in front of the TV for some active screen time. Give me an anime episode or a tv show and 8 miles feels like nothing! The resistance mechanism on this bike is great, very much comparable to the expensive bikes that are in gyms. The resistance straps within the design offer a versatile training experience as I am able to work arms and shoulders in the process of a good cardio/ leg workout. Because of this purchase, on days where im feeling off or just too tired to get out to the gym, I can hop on this, lower the resistance, and take a calm and steady pace to keep myself active! I think this is a must have for every home.” — NickRN@Nite

“The product is being used for personal exercise. The product was delivered within a week of the order being placed. The product arrived in perfect condition. The assembly instructions were clear and assembly of the product went quickly and smoothly. The product worked perfectly after assembly and delivers a good workout. The stretch bands are handy for getting in some upper body exercise while exercising the legs. The monitor with time, speed, distance, etc. is easily readable while exercising.” — Robert Schlappe

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