Peanut, some possible comebacks...

"No, I'm going to ride it across the to McDonalds for a Big Mac and fries. Can I get you something?"

"Why, can you only ride the one that goes at lower speeds?"

"A treadmill??? No wonder I wasn't getting anywhere!"

Seriously though, I can see myself getting off and offering it to the guy. I'm doing a lot better with confrontation these days though. As hard as it is, it really only takes one time of standing your ground and it begins to get easier. I think you have a kind and charming personality, and that can be very disarming in a confrontation. It really is one of your strengths, use it to your advantage if you can.

Good luck dear Peanut!

bp

"The brain is a wonderful organ; it starts working the moment you get up in the morning and does not stop until you get to work."