It can be time consuming due to the sheer length and duration, but I have found fat falling off in the places I have most issues (lower abdomen, chest, and back). It's free, it's super chill, and I have found it clearing my mind too. In combination with more intense regime, I think it is a a necessary supplemental exercise. I think walking outside is probably better (it feels more natural to me at least), but just a plain ol' treadmill or other cardio machine will probably get those steps up. Its super low-impact, easy, and do-able.
I'm dropping weight and I'm finding my brain rebooting in some places as well. It's overall super great and I encourage every Hexbear to increase their step count.
Cheap Winter beater bike? If you can store one, you can prolly store two, at the third is where it actually takes up more space.
Doesn't really have to do anything other than turn the wheels and brake. Hell, gearing is optional if it's to replace a nice stroll instead of transportation or go fast.
I'm already biking in the winter but I could go farther/not use the electric assist for more exercise yah. its not as chill as walking though. Maybe I should just do the ice cleats