That could be a potential occupational hazard for riders of stationary bicycles but definitely was not the case at the Otago Cycle Challenge yesterday.
More than 30 people, some in teams, others as individuals, flung themselves energetically into the third such stationary cycling event, held at the University of Otago Union building.
The event was organised by Dr Karl Iremonger, of the Otago physiology department, and many participants formed four-strong teams to cycle as far as they could in 10 minutes.
Far from going nowhere, as they spun the wheels of four stationary bikes, participants raised more than $1000 for the Heart Foundation, revelled in a friendly challenge with rival teams and also raised heart health awareness.
''It was a really great event and we were just delighted that they supported us,'' foundation Otago branch heart health advocate Jo Arthur said.
''It was very, very successful.
''All of the room was just buzzing and it was good for staff morale.''
The event had also raised awareness of the importance of physical activity in both maintaining good heart health and recovering after a heart attack, she said.
