The FlexiSpot Deskcise V9 Pro is currently on sale for Black Friday. Get yours while it’s $140 off!
As someone who works from home full time—read: my commute consists of moving from my bed to my couch—finding ways to move my body can be challenging. The past year, I’ve really noticed the toll such a sedentary lifestyle has taken on my body. Despite attempting to go for a walk most mornings, I’d find my upper neck and back area were constantly tight, my lower back would ache, and I’d even started getting occasional migraine attacks.
When I checked in with my doctor, the answer was obvious: Staying hunched over a laptop seven to eight hours a day isn’t good for anyone, and she suggested I try to incorporate more movement as I worked. Enter FlexiSpot’s Deskcise V9 Pro (usually $500, but currently on sale for $360), essentially a desk-bike hybrid that also works as a standing desk, so you can get your blood moving while you Slack, Zoom, and email.
I definitely had my doubts. How easy would it be to ride and type at the same time? Would I be able to work up a sweat? How long could I sit on it comfortably for? Would this just be another massive piece of equipment that takes up precious floor space in my home?
I’m actually writing this story as I ride my new favorite work-from-home accessory, so you can guess how all my fears panned out. Now I can’t imagine life without it. Here’s why I recommend the Deskcise V9 Pro to all my fellow WFH colleagues.
The setup
When the gigantic box arrived at my door, I had a moment of panic: It was the size of a small pony—how many pieces were inside?! Would I have to clear my entire weekend to put this thing together? But the setup turned out to be ridiculously simple—the whole process took less than five minutes from start to finish.
The V9 Pro comes almost fully pre-assembled. You only have to attach the desktop to the bike frame by sliding it into the designated slot. You’ll also have to track down two AA batteries for the display (so if you want to use your new desk right away, have them ready ahead of time).
