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Recumbent Exercise Bikes - Advantages

There are so many exercise bikes available that it's easy to be overwhelmed. Spinning bikes, 
stationary bikes, dual action bikes, and recumbent bikes are probably some of the terms you've 
heard. It's almost as though you have to be a fitness equipment engineer to understand the 
differences! Here's a quick summary of these confusing terms.

Spinning Bikes

You've probably heard about the spin craze that has become so popular in health clubs. 
Spinning bikes usually have at least a front wheel that spins (which is why they are so 
brilliantly named spinning bikes). These bikes might be the current fad, but they aren't 
very comfortable. The seats are small and hard. The classes make these boring bikes 
more interesting, but as home exercise bikes, they quickly become tedious.

Stationary Bikes

Stationary bikes (or upright bikes) are the exercise bikes that most people can identify. 
It's the same basic model as in the 1980's. Once again, it's fairly uncomfortable. 
You can't really do anything like read or watch TV because you're leaning left and 
right and bouncing, so it, too, quickly gets boring.

Dual Action Bikes

Dual action bikes are aptly named, as they give you both an upper and lower body workout. 
There are handles that move independently - much like an elliptical machine. It's a good workout, 
but a bit tough for beginners, and as usual, the time on the bike will eventually get boring.

You can also get dual action bikes that allow you to adjust the machine to create an arm-pedaling 
workout. It's usually fairly difficult to make the adjustments. It's also two separate exercises, 
which create a longer workout. Most people aren't as likely to keep up such a routine.

Recumbent Bikes

Recumbent bikes are the exercise bikes with the comfortable bucket seats. 
You sit back and lower to the ground as you pedal. These exercise bikes are easy enough for 
even the most sedentary beginners, and they usually offer workout programs to keep the 
workouts from becoming mundane.

The Experts Recognize the Advantages of Recumbent Bikes

Most physicians and personal trainers recommend recumbent bikes. Recumbent bikes are 
better for people of all different fitness levels. You are more likely to keep up a recumbent bike 
routine over time, the bikes are safer, and there are different benefits for both men and women.

Recumbent Bikes for All Fitness Levels

Even the most sedentary person will find a recumbent exercise bike easy to use. 
You can adjust the settings to offer little or no resistance as you pedal. 
People who are overweight will definitely find the seat much larger and more 
comfortable than other exercise bikes.

Athletes will find the recumbent exercise bike a challenge. The resistance can become 
incredibly difficult. The bike can simulate pedaling up hills. Most recumbent bikes offer 
various programs that will require you to sprint and tackle hills. If you want an upper 
body workout as you pedal, you can easily add weights and do repetitions as you sit 
back in the recumbent bike seat.

Recumbent Bikes Offer a Sustainable Workout

The programs offered by most recumbent exercise bikes definitely keep the workout from 
becoming boring. You can simulate a course that is easy or difficult, flat or hilly. When shopping 
for exercise bikes, it's better to get a bike with as many variations as possible.

The fact that a recumbent bike is suitable for all levels will keep you getting back on the bike. 
If you're feeling particularly tired or lazy one day, you can have an easy workout where you 
can read a book or newspaper. If you really want to test your limits, you can crank up the music, 
set the machine to more difficult levels, and add some weights for an upper body workout.

Recumbent Bikes are Safer

Because you sit back and lower to the ground in a recumbent bike, it is better for your body. 
Most exercise bikes force you to hunch over, causing a stiff back. Some dual action bikes are 
back injuries waiting to happen. Recumbent bikes require that you sit with good posture as you pedal.

Recumbent bikes also offer one of the few cardio workouts that put no pressure on your knees 
and other joints. You can't "cheat" on a recumbent bike and stand up when you're finding it more 
difficult to pedal. Standing like that on other types of exercise bikes puts unnecessary pressure 
on your knees and ankles. Recumbent bikes let your body exercise at an angle where your body 
weight is not stressing your joints. Even people with back and knee problems will find a 
recumbent bike easy to use.

Why Men Should Choose Recumbent Exercise Bikes

So many men neglect their lower bodies when they workout, especially in strength training. 
It's common to see buffed out men with giant biceps and tiny little bird legs. That's because 
it's easier to get an upper body workout at home. If you just invest in a recumbent bike, 
you can set the machine to high resistance. You will build leg muscle, and you can even 
do curls while you pedal.

Recumbent bikes can also allow men to get a great cardio workout without the discomfort 
that only a man knows on regular bikes or other types of exercise bikes. With the large, 
comfortable seats of recumbent bikes, you are much more likely to enjoy your workout pain-free.

If you move the seat of a recumbent bike up a bit to bring your legs higher, 
you can even target the lower abs and have to do less crunches to get the bottom of your six-pack!

Things Women Should Know About Recumbent Bikes

Two words, ladies: legs and bottoms. Recumbent exercise bikes are so comfortable and 
easy to use that eventually you can do workouts giving you results like you've spent hours 
a day on a stair-stepper.

Recumbent bikes can give you a fat burning cardio workout with enough resistance to 
help you build long, lean muscle. Picture Tina Turner legs. Recumbent bikes also are 
great for your inner thighs. Using different programs and settings, you will be able to 
target different muscle areas in your legs for longer looking, leaner legs.

According to most polls, women claim in higher numbers to not have time for exercise 
because of more responsibilities in the home. With the positioning of a recumbent bike, 
you can multi-task to more easily fit in a workout. You are able to read, catch the news, 
and even use a phone or your handheld organizer.

Finding a Recumbent Exercise Bike

With prices between $200 and $3000, there is quite a variety of recumbent bikes available. 
Use the Internet to find great deals (including free shipping most of the time). Because the 
bikes are great for any level and help you to finally be able to stick with a safe and effective 
workout routine, you can splurge a little. This is definitely one of the best investments you 
can make for your health.



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