Anyone out there feel like I do? I can't seem to find time to go to the gym! There just aren't enough hours in the day. Ever wish that you could be two places at once? Well, thanks to Dr. James Levine, Obesity Researcher for the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, that problem may soon be solved.

The idea for this future office came from Dr Levine's study of what he calls NEAT, non-exercise activity thermogenesis. Basically, these are the calories people burn while doing everyday activities such as standing, walking and fidgeting. These studies lead to a total remodeling of the mayo clinic office where Dr. Levine does his research.

In a recent article on careerjournal.com, Dr. Levine explains his invention of a treadmill workstation. He has basically combined a computer, desk and treadmill into a single unit. Not yet available to the public, these treadmill workstations are said to be half the cost of a standard cubicle. This would mean they would retail for about $1000 each. Dr. Levine created this invention because, "it is fun and creates a positive atmosphere." He says that people who want to sit can pull up a large stool, however, this office environment is intended to send the message that standing upright and walking is the norm. When asked if this type of workstation may be viewed as a form of peer pressure, Dr. Levine answered saying "It is better than the peer pressure to bring doughnuts to work. Peer pressure that's helps a person become healthier and happier is not bad."

I know what you are thinking. First of all, how am I going to be able to check my email, answer the phone, concentrate and work on my computer? Secondly, who wants to be at work when they are all sweaty from being on a treadmill all day? Dr. Levine says that while walking at a one mph pace, he is able to work as he usually does. This pace is slow enough that you avoid breaking a sweat but fast enough to burn an average of 100 calories per hour.

In addition to these treadmill workstations, Dr. Levine's office of the future also has walls made out of magnetic marker boards so people can stand up while working on projects and a track in the conference room for employees to walk around during meetings. According to Levine, the makeover of his research area of the Mayo Clinic only cost about $5.50 per sq. ft.

Do you think this is something your company would go for? If they did agree to this ultimate office makeover, would you want it?