[Walk while sitting] A quiet health habit called "Ashifumi Kenko Life" that can be used by three generations of a family

I am Kumataro Yokoyama, a training instructor and sign language interpreter.

While utilizing AI, I provide information for seniors and introduce books and gadgets.

Today, I would like to introduce a health appliance that I personally love. It is a great tool, especially for those who feel their hip joint movement is poor, or for elderly people who have difficulty getting out and about.

Have you ever had the experience of thinking, "I have to exercise," but not being able to keep it up?

・You have a lot of desk work and few opportunities to move your legs
・You are worried about the rehabilitation of an elderly family member
・It is difficult to exercise outside
・You want to move your body without putting a strain on your joints

If even one of these applies to you, this article might be useful.

In this article, based on my experience of actually purchasing the Japanese-made foot-stepping exercise device "Ashifumi Kenko Life,"

• Why I bought it

• The benefits I felt from actually using it

• How to use it with the family

• Demerits and points of caution

I will explain these points realistically.

If you read this article,
you should be able to see concrete ways to "exercise at home without strain."

WHY I BOUGHT IT | It started with my wife's hip pain

The reason I bought this device was my wife's hip pain.

She sits for long periods and feels discomfort when she starts walking. At the orthopedic clinic,

she was told.

However, it is actually difficult.

Walking is affected by the weather.
The gym has a high barrier to entry.
Stretching alone does not provide enough exercise.

That was when I discovered
the concept of "exercising by walking while sitting".

And what I found was a piece of exercise equipment made in Japan

Ashifumi Kenko Life

it was.

WHAT IS IT | What is Ashifumi Kenko Life

Simply put, Ashifumi Kenko Life is

a foot-stepping device that creates the sensation of walking while sitting

it is.

It looks very simple.
It is a wooden stepper.

However, this device has several features.

■ Uses domestic natural cedar

Unlike mass-produced training equipment,

domestic natural cedar

is used.

Therefore,

・Lightweight
・Warm to the touch
・Long-lasting

are its features.

■Handcrafted by artisans

Not by machine, but

handcrafted by artisans

it is made.

It has a careful finish typical of Japanese products.

■Patented non-slip structure

The biggest feature is

the non-slip structure

.

Ordinary foot-stepping devices have the following problems when used:

・They move
・They slip
・They make noise

However, this device is

stable due to its

groove-type patented structure

.

HOW TO USE | How to use is surprisingly easy

The usage is simple.

Sit in a chair, place your feet on it, and

just step alternately

That is all.

Basic usage

1. Sit in a chair

2. Place your feet on the device

3. Step alternately with your left and right feet

This will naturally create

a walking-like motion

.

Recommended amount of exercise

Generally,

about 10 to 30 minutes

is recommended.

You can use it while watching TV
or while reading.

In other words,

it means

"you don't have to set aside time for exercise"

.

FAMILY USE | A device that can be used by 3 generations of a family

What I realized after purchasing it was that

this device is
handy to have one in every home

.

This is how we currently use it.

Wife

Exercise to reduce the burden on the hip joints

Since it can be continued without strain,
she seems to like it.

Mother

I plan to use it for my mother's rehabilitation in the future as well.

As people get older,

・The distance they walk decreases
・Muscle strength declines

are problems that arise.

However, with this device,

the fact that there is almost no risk of falling

is a major benefit.

And for my future self,

To be honest,

I think I will use it myself eventually.

As people age,

・Muscle strength
・Physical stamina
・Range of motion

all decline.

That is precisely why

it is a device you can use for a lifetime

I thought that was a significant point.

MERITS | Benefits I actually felt

I will summarize the benefits I felt after actually using it.

■ Extremely quiet

What surprised me was

that it is almost silent

point.

It is not a problem even in apartment complexes.

■ Compact

The size is

about a little larger than a laptop computer.

It is also easy to store.

■ Compatible with desk work

While working on a computer,

you can move your legs.

In other words,

it prevents sitting for too long

it becomes.

■ Long-lasting

Electric appliances are

• Breakdowns

• Batteries

• Maintenance

are issues.

However, this is

non-electric

so it is durable.

DEMERITS | To be honest, there are also disadvantages

Of course, it is not a perfect product.

■ The price is not cheap

To be honest,

it is not a cheap product.

Some general foot-stepping devices

can be bought for a few thousand yen.

However, this product is

a Japanese-made artisan product

so the price is on the higher side.

■ The exercise intensity is not high

It is not suitable for serious training.

It is not a substitute for a gym.

However,

as light exercise

it is sufficient.

COMPARISON | Differences from standard steppers

The biggest difference is

that it can be used while sitting

point.

CONCLUSION | "Consistent exercise" is the strongest for health

I have tried many exercise devices, but
the hardest part is

continuing it

is.

In that regard, this device

• while sitting

• while watching TV

• while working

because it can be used,

it is easy to make a habit

I felt.

I bought this device to help with my wife's hip joint issues, but

• my mother's rehabilitation

• my own future health

I believe it will be useful for these as well.

If you are struggling with

・Lack of exercise
・Parental health
・Lack of exercise from desk work

then

"walking while sitting"

is an idea worth trying at least once.

Health is
more about habits that last than special efforts.

This wooden stepper taught me that.

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