Buying An Exercise Bike?
Life Fitness R9i
So you've decided to get fit and buy an exercise bike. But wait - there seem to be hundreds to choose from on the market costing anything from £100 to well over £3,000! Which one should you go for? Do I need a heart rate programme? A recumbent bike? Is magnetic resistance better than air or mechanical braking systems?
Before you buy a bike you should consider whether it's the best type of fitness equipment for you? Would a treadmill, elliptical trainer or vibration trainer be a better option?
If you're not sure which one would suit you check out Fitness Equipment Reviews.
Too many people spend quite large amounts of their hard earned cash on machines that are soon gathering dust in the corner because they soon become bored. Don't buy a bike if you don't like cycling. Don't buy a treadmill if you detest running. And if you find the nordic skiing action a bit strange don't consider getting an elliptical trainer.
However, we don't want to put you off buy a bit of home fitness equipment to get fit!
An exercise bike will be a good buy if:-
Advantages of using an exercise bike:-
So if a bike is best for you - which type? There are three types of bike to choose from:-
See more advice here at buying an exercise bike and over 40 unbiased reviews at Exercise Bike Review.
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Before you buy a bike you should consider whether it's the best type of fitness equipment for you? Would a treadmill, elliptical trainer or vibration trainer be a better option?
If you're not sure which one would suit you check out Fitness Equipment Reviews.
Too many people spend quite large amounts of their hard earned cash on machines that are soon gathering dust in the corner because they soon become bored. Don't buy a bike if you don't like cycling. Don't buy a treadmill if you detest running. And if you find the nordic skiing action a bit strange don't consider getting an elliptical trainer.
However, we don't want to put you off buy a bit of home fitness equipment to get fit!
An exercise bike will be a good buy if:-
- You're currently very overweight or unfit
- You're recovering from an illness or injury
- You don't have much room
- You live in a flat or apartment
- Your budget is under £250
- If you like cycling!
Advantages of using an exercise bike:-
- They're very easy to use.
- You can start an exercise programme even if very overweight or unfit.
- Puts very little stress on your joints.
- Tones legs and bums.
- Takes up very little space.
- Excellent for rehabilitation.
- Easy to store away when not in use.
- Most models are quiet in use.
- Good for cardio-vascular training.
- Can be the least expensive type of fitness equipment.
- Limited benefits compared to treadmills and cross trainers.
- Some can find cycling daily a bit dull.
- Upper body doesn't get much of a work out.
So if a bike is best for you - which type? There are three types of bike to choose from:-
See more advice here at buying an exercise bike and over 40 unbiased reviews at Exercise Bike Review.
Looking for a rowing machine? Visit rowing machine reviews for advice on how to find the best rower for your budget and needs.
