3 reviews for Sunny Health & Fitness Sitting Under Desk Elliptical Exerciser, Portable Pedal Training Machine for Senior Exercise, Peddler for Home Workout, Optional Free SunnyFit App, Magnetic, Motorized & In Pink

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Randy C. – June 8, 2024

   
   I just received this today, (6-8-24) and I already can tell how much that I like this machine.I am 71 years old, 5′-11″, 190 lbs., I used to be in good shape but not doing as much as I used to, I have gotten to where my joints hurt when I squat, up and down. I used to also exercise, but I stopped that, I am REALLY hoping that this will get me to at least get enough cardio (I know, very little) to get up and get on my treadmill.Anyway, as soon as I got it, I started pedaling away, it is as effortless as one could ever hope, too. I pedaled for probably 20 minutes while I was online reading, and when I stopped, I was surprised.I could feel that it was working on my thighs and my calf areas, it wasn’t like I did a strenuous workout, b ut I could feel that the blood was being pumped into places that it forgot all about! :)When starting, I did find out that by pedaling like a bicycle, that felt awkward, so I started pushing the ‘pedals’ forward, rather than trying to push them down as I would on a bike.If that doesn’t make sense, just know to try different ways, you’ll get a feel for it, I’m sure.So, with that said, with it being right underneath my computer desk, which I actually have the room for, I can’t see that I would not use it. I mean, I’d have to REALLY be lazy to come up with an excuse to avoid it, like I am known to do.Using it, I wondered if it was going to slide, but on carpet, it doesn’t, I have not used it on tile. If it does, I would suggest to place a small rug underneath.It does have rubber feet on the bottom, so I am pretty sure it won’t slide on tile or slicker flooring.The new faux wooden flooring is usually actually kind of ‘grippy’, so it should work out well on that.It’s as quiet as they say, it makes ZERO noise as far as i can tell.Like I said, it’s effortless when pedaling, I have it on the easiest because starting out on the HIGH was just not as fun. It’s not like I am a doddering old man type, it’s just that I have gotten lazy, that’s all.So, as time goes on I am sure that I will creep up the tension, or, not, it really probably doesn’t matter.I mean, on the least tension is fine, it still gives you a slight bit of cardio, even barely pedaling, it’s not much, but it’s more than I’d get sitting here not doing anything.I can see this is perfect for older people, I mean, it’s as easy as you can get, and, it will get the job done.The main thing that it is slightly heavy for older people, I didn’t have any trouble, but if a person has a bad back or knees, or, whatever, they may need someone to help them get it in the PERFECT place and then just leave it there.Anyway, a long story short, I don’t foresee any problems with the machine itself, but if something does come up, I will update this.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Joe Tairei – February 27, 2024

   
   I spend too much time at my desk and even though I do get to the gym most days, I find it’s just not enough to keep the weight off. So why not utilize those idle hours to burn a few extra calories?After a bit of research, I settled on this model, the Sunny SF-E3872 under-desk elliptical. It is designed to be operated while seated; there are some other similar looking ellipticals that can be used from a standing position, but this one specifically warns against standing, so bear that in mind.It did take a bit of experimentation to get it positioned correctly. My particular desk is too low for my knees to operate the machine so it has to stick out a bit, and I have to sit back a bit from the desk. I finally put something behind the elliptical, wedged against the wall, and now the device juts out a little from under the desk and is just right.Meanwhile, I put rubber coasters under my office chair’s wheels, to try and stop it sliding back, but I do occasionally have to slide it forward again. I even attached a metal handle to the front of the desk, to have something to stabilize myself when exercising more vigorously.One other mod that came in handy: I attached a cheap LED rocker light just under the front of the desk, so I can quickly check the calorie display.When I first got this machine, I used all the defaults: medium difficulty, scan mode. The scan mode shifts every few seconds from speed to time to calories burned. If you long press the button, it resets everything to zero; I usually do that once a day. You can move it off scan mode by tapping the button, then keep it on time or calories which is what I prefer.It’s quiet. After 2-3 weeks, though, it started making a creaking sound, so I put a bit of 3-in-One household oil on each wheel, and it went back to being whisper-quiet. Also, I like to vacuum the area every couple of days, because of my obsessive-compulsive nature; don’t want a buildup of grit and stuff clogging the mechanism.Other than that…not much to say. I’ve been using it every day for about a month and it’s been great! I recommend it. If anything changes, I’ll modify this review but so far, steady as she goes.ONE YEAR UPDATE:Okay, not quite one year, more like 11 months! I’m still using this machine several times a week and it still works great. In fact I’m pedaling it right now as I type and it’s whisper-quiet.One improvement was to install casters with brakes on my office chair (it took a while to find good ones but Galenus Medical came through!). Now, the chair stays put (almost too much so in fact so you have to literally lift the chair to move it) and this makes the elliptical easier to use with little distraction.I still oil it approximately every 3-4 weeks to keep it running quietly. It is still using its original battery, amazingly. I can still recommend this machine and if I am ever commuting to work again, I might get a second one for on site. And yes, I would still buy this one again. By the way, they have a couple of youtube videos explaining how to use which are worth viewing.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Vanessa C – February 12, 2024

   
   Purchased this under desk pedaller as my own Christmas gift. Honestly, it’s near perfect. It makes no noise, the pedaling is smooth, my knees dont hit my desk and, the best part, my legs feel stronger. I bought this bc I am on work calls most of the day. My legs get cramped and my butt hurts, in spite of my comfy desk chair. I just wantes to keep my legs moving. This has done the trick. My legs feel great and my strength has improved. A few issues – the heel of the pedals could be closer to the ground and the tension could go a lot higher. I’m already at the highest tension. Wish it went higher. And I’ve seen a more expensive brand where the pedals seem lower to the ground. Since my office chair isnt particularly high, and I dont want to replace my chair, lower pedals would be a bit better for my set up. But that’s just me. The unit doesn’t slide forward on carpet, the weight of it is fine, it’s smooth and quiet and it serves its purpose – keeping my legs strong. I’m very satisfied.