Indoor Exercise Bike: Why Your Home Gym Should Have One

Are you one of those people who is put off by the idea of going to the gym? Does the prospect of achieving your fitness goals from the comfort and convenience of your home sound appealing to you? If yes, then you know that your decision of investing in a home gym was a sound one!

But the fitness equipment you choose for your home gym can make a lot of difference when it comes to reaching your fitness goals. One such piece of equipment that we highly recommend is the indoor exercise bike.

What is an Indoor Exercise Bike?

There are different types of home indoor exercise bikes but what they all have in common is that they are stationary bikes that do not produce any forward motion. You work out on them by pedaling, like a normal bicycle. These are some of the different types of exercise bikes:

Spin Bikes

A spin bike is upright and has only the front wheel along with a stationary base. You can adjust the intensity of your workout by increasing the tension on the front wheel. Some models offer an electronic panel to do so while others have a knob that can be used to adjust the intensity.

Recumbent Bikes

Recumbent bikes are shaped a little differently.They allow you to pedal with your legs in front of you instead of beneath you. It works different muscles from the spin bike and is a great option for those who find bicycle seats uncomfortable.

Rollers/Bike Trainer

Another option for an indoor bike is to add bike rollers to your gym. With this solution, you can use a standard bicycle and place it on the rollers. As you cycle, the rollers start rolling and as a result,no forward motion is created.

Benefits of an Indoor Exercise Bike

Having an indoor exercise bike in your gym can prove to be an excellent way to meet your fitness goals. It is one of the most convenient fitness machines as you can work out while doing other activities such as watching the television, checking emails, or even reading a book. What’s more, it beats having to cycle in bad weather outdoors.

While they can be a little cumbersome because they take up some space, you can use it every day. It can also be used for warm-ups and is an excellent machine to lose weight. According to estimates, you can lose 400-600 calories during a 40-minute spin class.

Are you looking for an indoor exercise bike for your home gym? Fitness World offers some excellent options. Simply reach out to us by visiting our website and requesting a call back.