An exercise bike is the most popular mechanical unit with which you can do fitness at home. It can help you lose weight, strengthen your leg muscles, and stay fit without going to the gym. All this is possible thanks to the simple yet powerful principle of the exercise bike.
Instructions
Step 1
The home exercise bike works on the basis of simulating normal cycling, displaying data from the built-in device about the distance traveled, heart rate changes, calorie consumption and other important indicators. By tracking the dynamics of their exercise on a stationary bike, the user can create a personal training program that will help him constantly improve his achievements. Exercise bikes operate on a belt, shoe or magnetic drive.
Step 2
The simplest and most affordable option is a belt-driven exercise bike, which uses a belt to rotate between the flywheel and pedals. This belt will stretch over time and need to be replaced. An exercise bike with a shoe drive works on the basis of mechanical braking using pressure pads on the flywheel of the unit. It imitates cycling best and is most popular with professional athletes. The principle of the exercise bike with a magnetic drive is based on the interaction of a permanent magnet with a flywheel - while the user can independently adjust the force of the magnet.
Step 3
Exercise bikes are divided into two types (according to the method of landing) - horizontal and vertical. The horizontal model is ideal for users with back problems because the muscles do not tense during training and the sitting position relieves stress on the spine. A traditional upright exercise bike works like a regular bike - with the user sitting straight or tilted towards the handlebars.
Step 4
Choosing a home exercise bike should be based on the purpose of the exercise. If a person wants to raise the general tone, warm up after sedentary work or drive away stress, it is best to give preference to a unit with a magnetic or shoe drive. Losing weight requires an exercise bike with a large flywheel weight that will provide intense training and quality aerobic exercise. For rehabilitation and preventive activities, we recommend an exercise bike with a magnetic drive, equipped with all the necessary sensors.
