| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | ergocise.com |
| Release date | Nov 7, 2008 |
| Date added | Jun 15, 2005 |
| Os requirements | Windows 95, Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows, Windows NT |
| Requirements | Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000 |
| Total downloads | 7,135 |
| Downloads per week | 5 |
| Price | Free |
Description
The Ergociser is a free, Web-based ergonomic exercise program especially designed for computer users. Ergocise combines a simple reminder program with over one hundred short animations of simple, ergonomically correct stretches and strengthening exercises. Combining gentle warm-ups, stretches, strengthening ergocises and self-massage, ergocise's reminder program can help reduce computer-related stress and tension as well as help prevent RSIs.
Review
This freeware program is basically a timer designed to remind desk-bound users to take scheduled breaks by doing ergonomic exercises. You simply choose from four predefined time intervals (15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes), minimize the program to your system tray, and go back to your work until The Ergociser automatically launches your browser and directs you to the publisher's site. There, an animated demonstration of a particular stretching activity is coupled with instruction and the purpose of the activity. We like that users can conveniently and freely browse the site for stretches for specific parts of the body. Moreover, the Web site includes some strengthening exercises and 5- to 10-minute stretch combinations you can easily perform whether you're at home or the office. Testing turned up one problem: the Close Window button at the Web site did not function. Frequent and long-term computer users and persons with RSIs will surely appreciate what The Ergociser has to offer.
