cerridwen Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 I'm making a come back from a brief but serious illness. So, as I return to the gym, I need to take it slow. I figured the exercise bikes would be a start but have a question. There are two kinds: Ones you sit back into and the kind you sit upright on. In your experience, does one give a better workout than the other? Link to post Share on other sites
tman666 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 I've never really felt that most exercise bikes are worth much... HOWEVER, I hear those AirDyne fan bikes can kick your ass. Spinner bikes (which are upright as well) can give a good cardio workout as well provided the resistance screw is tight enough. Good luck with your recovery! Link to post Share on other sites
Author cerridwen Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 Thank you, tman. My gym might acutally have one of those fan bikes. I'll look for it. Link to post Share on other sites
SmileFace Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 I use the upright bikes, since they allow me to do HIIT. I think I am referring to the stationary bike. The ones with the handles that allow you to stand up. Link to post Share on other sites
jonpeter001 Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 York exercise bikes are one of many different ranges of home fitness products designed and developed by the York Fitness company. York Fitness produces many items including rowing machines, boxing balls and gloves, treadmills, and multi use cross trainers. Over the last seventy years they have built a superb reputation for home exercise equipment that is sturdy and reliable – and when it comes to exercise bikes they really are one of the top companies out there. This trusted brand have traditionally targeted themselves at mid level and entry level buyers as their prices are no more expensive than seven hundred dollars or pounds, with the cheaper exercise bikes retailed for just a little over one hundred. These exercise bikes come consistently top of online and so you can be safe assured you are going to buy a great product if you go ahead and purchase. Link to post Share on other sites
Author cerridwen Posted July 2, 2011 Author Share Posted July 2, 2011 Thanks, Smile. I do HIIT too for the cardio portion of my workouts but usually on the elliptical. Those are out for the time being, so I'll do it on the bikes as you suggest. Link to post Share on other sites
Ross MwcFan Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 Don't worry, eventually you'll get the opportunity to do plenty of 'riding'. Link to post Share on other sites
Author cerridwen Posted July 3, 2011 Author Share Posted July 3, 2011 ^^ BOLD! Tomorrow, I'm going in. I'm not too excited about the bikes so I've been unmotivated. Gotta start somewhere, I guess. Link to post Share on other sites
Author cerridwen Posted July 3, 2011 Author Share Posted July 3, 2011 Forget those, get a real bike and hit the trails. I tis a great workout and you have fun at the same time. I'm a cycling expert and I know everything about it. Wish you were near me..I want a cycling buddy. I saw the video you made with some footage of where you ride. That's pretty nice. It's KINDA on topic. If I were to buy a new mountain bike, what should I get? Can you recommend something? I don't take it out on trails too much. It'd be more asphalt riding. Link to post Share on other sites
1981 Posted July 3, 2011 Share Posted July 3, 2011 I saw the video you made with some footage of where you ride. That's pretty nice. It's KINDA on topic. If I were to buy a new mountain bike, what should I get? Can you recommend something? I don't take it out on trails too much. It'd be more asphalt riding. If you have a Dick's outdoor outlet near you, have a look at the Diamondback bicycles, they are great bikes and come in many sizes unlike Walmart brands that are one size and use cheaper components that do not last. You'll pay in upwards of 279.00 to 479.00 for a diamondback bike, but you get long lasting quality, engineering, service and the right size bike that fits. If you plan on riding asphalt and maybe an occasional walking path or light trail, then I recommend a dual sport type bike like this.... http://www.diamondback.com/bikes/dual-sport/trace-11/ It's a great distance/workout bike, commuting around town and if you need to take a short cut through the woods...no problem. A pure Mountain bike wouldn't make sense if you never plan on taking to the harsh trails and jumps/rocks ect ect/ The lower gear ratios, bigger tires and heavier frame will just bog you down on Asphalt. I ride XC trails cross country, dirt jumps and technical terrain that has rocks, steep uphills with tree roots. I love it...so much fun and great feelings when you learn a new skill or get passed that "hard spot" it's been my saviour. The most important thing is to go out to a bike shop and try on different bikes for fit...just like trying on clothes. Bike fit is very important for not only your body, but for riding as well. The guys at the bike shop will help you get on the right frame. Stay away from Walmart... you won't get a bike sized for you and they have cheap stuff on them...you'll be breaking down, having sloppy shifts ect ect. Currently I'm saving fo ra Specialized Stump Jumper....it's a 2,500 dollar bike lol... A good bike is not cheap, but soooo worth it.... Link to post Share on other sites
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