It should come as no surprise to the designers of the Me-Mover that their product will be invariably be compared to the StairMaster. That's because this Dutch design uses the same up-and-down motion to propel riders forward as the StairMaster uses to help exercisers build toned legs.
The Me-Mover allows users to zip through the city while getting a solid workout. According to the creators the Me-Mover offers a ride that is 40 percent more intense (physically) than a traditional bike ride. The frame is made out of aluminum and the entire package weighs in at 44 pounds. It can be folded for easy storage and transportation on public transit. It will be released in 2014 and will sell for $1,606.
Leg-Toning Mobility Machines
The Me-Mover Lets You Workout as You Zip Through the City
Trend Themes
1. Personal Mobility Machines - Design personal mobility solutions that offer physical exercise for the rider, such as the Me-Mover.
2. Urban Fitness - Create workout equipment that specifically caters to people living in high-density urban areas, where outdoor exercise may be unsafe or inconvenient.
3. Foldable Fitness - Innovate and develop lightweight, portable fitness machines that can be easily stored and transported, like the Me-Mover.
Industry Implications
1. Fitness Equipment Manufacturing - Design and produce personal mobility machines for fitness enthusiasts who want to integrate exercise into their daily commute.
2. Urban Transportation - Partner with fitness equipment manufacturers to offer affordable and accessible solutions for fitness enthusiasts who want to commute on public transit while still getting a good workout.
3. Tourism and Recreation - Introduce physical fitness tours that allow visitors to tour cities and urban environments on personal mobility machines like the Me-Mover.