1.When Can I Buy A TrekDesk? We are working diligently to provide sufficient quantities to the US and Canadian markets initially. If you would like us to email you when TrekDesk is available in your market area please click here.

2. Where Can I Buy A TrekDesk? Initially you can purchase TrekDesk at our online store. Retail stores will have them in stock a short time thereafter. Reserve yours now.

3.Can I See a Treadmill Desk in Action? Actually, we have two videos of a treadmill desk in action. Click here.

4.Why Is TrekDesk Better? TrekDesk offers more desktop area than its competitors so that you can work on any project. It will be priced significantly below our competitors. Since you use it with your treadmill you can use your elevation feature and burn 2x the calories in the same amount of time (at the same slow speed) and you can purchase a treadmill that not only fits your exact needs but can be used for running later when your work is completed. TrekDesk also features unique accessories designed to make you more effective while you work.

5.How Much Will TrekDesk Cost? TrekDesk is designed to be an extremely affordable product which incorporates all the necessary features you will need during your work day. TrekDesk will be offered at a fraction of the cost of comparable competitors. If you would like to be notified when final pricing is established please click here.

6.Is the Treadmill Included? No, one of the main advantages of TrekDesk is that it allows you to use your existing treadmill or to buy the treadmill that fits your life style or office setting and adapts the work space to your selection.

7.Will TrekDesk Fit My Treadmill? TrekDesk has a new design which will fit any treadmill.

8.Will Walking Disrupt My Concentration While Working? No, in fact many studies have shown that your concentration and productivity will increase. You will notice immediately that you do not suffer from the daily bouts of fatigue that may haunt you after lunch and later in the day.

9.How Much Weight Will I Lose?: That will depend entirely upon your goals and usage of TrekDesk. It is very possible to lose 50 pounds or more in a year. In fact losing one pound per week or more is a very achievable goal. For a more detailed explanation, click here.

10.Is It Wise to Walk All Day? Think about it. Our species has evolved over millions of years, yet we have only became sedentary within the last century. The question should be is it safe to sit all day, and the answer to that is a resounding no. Read the facts here.

11. Is Anyone Really Doing This? Actually, thousands of people are already incorporating treadmill desks into their daily lives at corporations, small businesses and home offices all over the world. Local and national news programs and print mediums have reported favorably on the popularity and health restoring qualities of this new way to work. Googling the term treadmill desk will return 17,000 references. Here is a video of a $6,500.00 product featured on Good Morning America.

12. Can Any Age Use TrekDesk? Anyone, with the exception of young children, can. Teenagers can benefit during homework or gaming hours. If you are elderly, can walk on a treadmill and have consent of your physician TrekDesk is also a wonderful tool.

13. Is My Office Large Enough for TrekDesk? A distinct advantage to TrekDesk is the space and money you save using it in your home or corporate office. On average it uses less footprint space than a standard desk and chair arrangement.

14. Does This Take a Lot of Will Power? No. Actually, placing your work, hobbies, phone, and keyboard/mouse on TrekDesk assures you will use it daily. After a week or so you will notice an eagerness to start your day off walking. In a few weeks you will be a convert and will wonder how you ever spent your entire day sitting at a desk.

15. What If I Can not Read My Monitor? Easy Solution. If you use a Windows PC simply hold down your Control key and press your + or - keys. On a Mac you do basically the same thing but you use the Command key instead. This will allow you to increase or decrease the size of the text on the screen.

16. Can I Really Stand All Day? You will notice in a short period of time that your body prefers it, as long as you are walking and not just standing in one place. Newer treadmills offer soft decks which are not like standing on a hard surface and are also easier on your knees, feet and back. You may also want to stand a lot more during your day after reading this article.

17. Should I Quit Smoking First? Actually, using your TrekDesk during the day may be just the boost you need to safely kick your habit. Take the first step with TrekDesk.

18. What If I Fail? This is more a lifestyle change that incorporates exercise in a natural manner. Read more about why you will succeed in improving your health with TrekDesk.

19. What If I Just Need to Sit for a While? We are currently developing a solution which will allow you to sit at your TrekDesk and still burn calories (obviously not as many) and strengthen your core stomach and back muscles. Check out the TrekDesk Chair.

20. Will I Sweat at Work? - No worries, this is a no sweat proposition. At 0.7-1.0 MPH you won’t notice a difference, yet you will gain significant health benefits from walking. You may actually increase to a faster pace and treadmill elevation without sweating but this is different for everyone.

21. I Have Asthma, Won’t TrekDesk Cause Me Problems? Consult your physician of course, however moderate exercise such as that provided with TrekDesk has been shown to beneficial to your condition in many studies.

22. How Many Calories Do I Need to Burn Daily? This is one question that gets asked the most often, here are some general guidelines.

23. Can TrekDesk Help Me Lower My Cholesterol? Studies have shown that walking on a regular basis will boost the levels of your HDL (good cholesterol) and that recurring weight loss may assist in the lowering of your LDL levels (bad cholesterol).

24. Can TrekDesk Really Help My Moods? Yes, regular walking will increase levels of dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine, neurotransmitters that affect mood. These are the same brain chemicals whose levels are targeted by antidepressant medications Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft. Read more about it.

25. I Used to Belong to A Gym and Never Lost Weight, Why is This Different? Many of us have toiled for our 45 minutes to an hour in a gym, three times a week, to no apparent (measured by the scale) avail. TrekDesk keeps your body moving at a rate conducive to burning fat throughout the entire day. Over a period of months this translates into wonderful weight loss results and an increase in energy.

26. What If I Am on the Phone All Day? - TrekDesk was designed for people like you with sedentary tasks. You will achieve your fitness goals without sweating or sounding out of breath. Leave the office feeling more productive, fit, less fat, and much more invigorated.

27. My Entire Family is Obese, Is It Genetic? In all likelihood, yes. However new scientific evidence will empower you to restore your health and replaces the myths with scientific facts. You will be surprised.

28. What If I Type All Day? TrekDesk is perfect for you. You will need to go slower on your treadmill than if you are just reading however. Everyone is different so experiment with the speeds and elevations that are best for you. There is one other option as well, Voice Recognition Software allows you to talk and it does the typing for you. We recommend Dragon Naturally Speaking. Works wonderful on Windows and Mac (with the Mac you will need an emulation software known as Parallels Desktop).

29. I Am Severely Overweight, Can TrekDesk Work for Me? Yes, quite well in fact. Again we recommend a visit to your physician first. There are many treadmill manufacturers that produce treadmills with weight capacities exceeding 400-500 pounds.

30. Does TrekDesk Offer Enough Working Space? The design of TrekDesk features significant work area for both right and left handed workers. TrekDesk also incorporates space saving, productive attachments. You will wonder how you ever sat all day at a desk.

31. I Am a Competitive Athlete, Why Would I Use TrekDesk? Everyone’s goals are different but if you work at a desk, use the phone or read during any point of the day, TrekDesk can assist you in burning calories so that your gym/field training time is more efficient and targeted. TrekDesk is perfect for competitive runners or cyclists for example who need to maintain a set “competition weight”, without the need for stringent dietary restrictions or who need more rest between workouts.

32. Do I Need Special Shoes? No. You won’t need to change your shoes at the lower speeds if fashion is a concern in your office. For home office workers we recommend using a good walking or cross training shoe. Soft gel insoles are a great idea too.

33. What About the Noise? Many of the newer treadmills incorporate a whisper quiet technology to dampen the sound. Older pre-existing treadmills that make noise may require that you use a noise canceling headset. No one will hear a thing while you are on the phone. Check out our Products Page.

34. We are a Large Company, What Does TrekDesk Do For Us? TrekDesk offers a significant ROI whether you install mobile stations thru the office or only in meeting rooms. Your employees will be healthier, happier, and more productive. TrekDesk may also prove valuable in complying  with local, state, and federal health care initiatives.

35. Planning a Home Office or Home Gym? TrekDesk allows both options in one simple set up, saving you space and money.

36. What If I Am Too Busy? Read what just using TrekDesk for 30 minutes a day would do for you. If you work at a desk, read or use the phone for any length of time during the day you are not too busy for TrekDesk.

37. What Is So Great About Walking? Here is a list of benefits, many will surprise you. It truly is the best exercise for our body.

38. What Treadmills Work Best With TrekDesk? TrekDesk features a new design that works with any existing treadmill.  For a great unbiased review of available options we recommend visiting the Treadmill Doctor website. Costco also carries the Nordic Track 1500 one of the highest rated values in the industry.

39. I Have Been Sedentary Most of My Life, Can I Really Do This? Yes, but start with a visit to your physician. Next, start slowly on your TrekDesk and only increase your daily time by increments of 15 minutes. As an extra motivator read this article on how you can improve your health.

40. I Am Over 65 Years of Age, Should I Use TrekDesk? Walking has been shown to be a tremendous benefit as we grow older. First consult your physician. Remember walking has been shown to increase life span, reduce symptoms of osteoarthritis, dementia, and heart/lung ailments as well as increasing your strength overall.

41. I am a HouseSpouse, What Does TrekDesk Offer Me? If you are the commander of the home front, time is more critical to you than most. TrekDesk allows you to multi-task like never before and keep your weight under control.

42. What If My Company Will Not Allow A Treadmill? First, we suggest you educate your firm about the ROI of TrekDesk. If that does not work, you need not despair. Using TrekDesk at home regularly for even short periods has significant health advantages.

43. I Never Use the Treadmill I Own Now, What is Different About TrekDesk? Adding TrekDesk to your existing Treadmill makes it a specific destination to perform tasks. Once you place your phone, work, hobbies, reading materials and laptop on the TrekDesk you either stand there or walk while working. It is easier to walk and it becomes second nature to you. It just works, plain and simple.

44. Do You Recommend A Particular Brand of Treadmill? There are a number of high quality brands. Our staff purchased theirs at Costco. Your selection will depend upon your planned use. If you plan to use it for work and for running work outs, you may want to consider a higher end model than one designed solely for walking. Check out unbiased reviews at the Treadmill Doctor website.

45. Any Other Tips for My Mobile Office? Check out our Products Page.

46. Are the Health Benefits of TrekDesk Legitimate? TrekDesk makes it possible to walk while you work, the tremendous health benefits of walking daily are backed by numerous scientific studies.

47. Walking Really Impacts Longevity and Can Slow Aging? We aren’t making this up, read a synopsis of the study.

48. What is All This About 10,000 Steps a Day? It is a recommendation from the US Surgeon General (approximately 5 miles) illustrating how active you should be to maintain your health and has sent the sale of pedometers soaring. With TrekDesk you will not need a pedometer. At only 1.0 MPH you will achieve this Daily Recommended amount of steps in only 3 hours. Increase the speed to 1.5 MPH and you hit this goal in just 2.35 hours.

49. What Are the Advantages of TrekDesk vs. Competitors? There are many distinct advantages including design, cost, function, flexibility, and durability. If you prefer to only buy one long lasting, multi featured treadmill that allows you to work and (as you progress) for aerobic exercise, then TrekDesk is for you. Why buy two treadmills or trust the longevity of the treadmill to companies not in this line of business?

50. Are There Safety Concerns? Treadmills may cause injuries if not used properly, consult the instruction manuals of your particular brand. Do not allow children under the age of twelve to use TrekDesk for this reason.

51. Do You Offer A Guarantee or Warranty? Yes, we offer a 30 day money back guarantee (minus shipping and handling charges) and a full one year warranty on TrekDesk.

52. I Have Health Concerns, Is TrekDesk Right for Me? We suggest that first you consult with your physician, however if you are healthy enough to use a treadmill TrekDesk is a great tool to maintain and improve your health.

53. I Have Knee and/or Back Problems, What Do You Suggest? First, speak to your physician. Ask him if a “soft deck” treadmill which offers 30-35% less stress on your joints is something you can handle.

54. Do You Offer A Monitor Mount? You may not need one since there is sufficient space on your TrekDesk for most monitors. We do not manufacture our own mounts due to the multitude of options available in the market place, however we do provide the capacity to attach a mount to TrekDesk. We strongly suggest that you place your monitors at eye level to prevent neck strain if you will be reading for extensive periods of time. This can be accomplished with wall mounts, shelves, floor mounts or adjustable mounting arms.

55. Can I Read Easily at My TrekDesk? Absolutely. You can easily read from your monitor or laptop while walking. Additionally, TrekDesk offers options such as book, magazine and manuscript holders to make the task enjoyable as well as healthy. When was the last time you surfed the web or caught up on your favorite magazine, newspaper or book and walked a few miles, burned 100’s of calories, increased your muscle and bone strength, and finished feeling invigorated all at the same time?

56. Can I Write or Type at My TrekDesk? Yes, rather easily in fact. You will be surprised. However, the faster your speed settings the more challenging it can become. Everyone is different in this regard.

57. Is There More Information? You can check our Press Release page as well as our information BLOG which features articles of the health benefits of TrekDesk.

58. Any Other Tips? Yes, start slowly. TrekDesk is a life changing tool. You do not need to sprint to the finish line. Think of it as more of a marathon thru life. Drink sufficient amounts of water during the day. Your body’s furnace needs it to wash out the waste it is burning. Have FUN, you are going to love how you feel, how you look, and the sense of control that will return to your life. Have a question for us? We will be happy to respond to you.