Here's why I prefer electronic exercise devices: - When my kids were younger, I was always nearby during a workout. - I can comfortably work out regardless of

Here's why I prefer electronic exercise devices: - When my kids were younger, I was always nearby during a workout. - I can comfortably work out regardless of the season, weather, or time of day. - I can easily take a bathroom break mid-workout. - I can do much longer workouts without getting bored, because I can watch movies or play video games during the workout. (E.g., using an exercise bike + my own computer.) This works around motivational / persistence issues I used to have. - I can end a workout on short notice. Contrast to a long-distance run or bikeride, where I may be far from home when something comes up.