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Romola

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I am thinking of getting an exercise bike. I currently have a sturdy pedal exerciser, which I use for between 30 - 60 mins per day.

Is it worth my getting a proper exercise bike?
Any recommendations, warnings, advice?


I have been told that most of them are uncomfortable after a few minutes - and this would be a serious reason not to get one at all.

Any comments, advice welcome
 
I tried my brother's exercise bike a few weeks ago thinking I needed something more, and found it really uncomfortable after only 10 mins. I already had a sky glider and have devoted my time to using that now, which I can do for several short stretches or one or two longer ones per day according to need. I find there are four ways I can do the glides (there are hand arms too) and these are: using hands and feet equally to propel me in longer or shorter glides; using arms only, therefore the arm muscles get a workout; toes only - more like walking up a steep slope; and very vigorous motion that is kind of twisting side to side as well as all four limbs - more like dancing on it. So I decided an exercise bike would not be necessary. I don't want a sore bum to add to my troubles!
 
I got rid of an exercise bike, because it was so uncomfortable.
I go to the gym regularly and exercise on other equipment. I do most on simple stepups. i also have a stepup at home and a set of resistance bands. These cheap simple bits of equipment are enough for me
Hana
Ps if I win the lottery ( unlikely, because I don't buy tickets :lol: ) I want a pilates reformer.
 
I love my bikes and would recommend one to anyone looking for a workout.
One option worth considering might be to buy a decent proper bike which you could use on the road. You could then buy a 'turbo-trainer' into which the bike slots, giving you a proper exercise bike indoors for the winter months, and an outdoors bike whenever you need it.

All the best,

fergus
 
That's a brilliant idea, fergus. I have a normal bike with an excellent non-sore-making saddle, so I could use one of those in the garage - but only if it is easily slotted into the frame. I can't find a uk supplier with a picture or description of how this is achieved. Can you provide a link please? Or just explain briefly, if you have the time. If it means dismantling bits of the bike, then it would be out!
TIA.
DG
 
Hi Dg.

Fergus is usually never up this early on a Sunday ? :lol:

I think this link will show you what they are and is just one of the many UK companies where you can buy them. Do a Google/Yahoo search for more companies.

Here is the link.
http://www.shinybikes.com/bike/turbo-trainersrollers/
 
Many thanks for your replies.

I don't want to spend loads of money on a road bike, and then even more on something to make it not go anywhere, so although I can see that it suits some, it wouldn't be what I am looking for.

From what has been said here, and also on another forum that I post on, I think I will stick with what I have, as it seems to be doing the job OK and takes about 20 mins to get uncomfortable rather than the 5 mins that most seem to find on exercise bikes :?

Very grateful for the comments and advice, and I hope others have found it useful too.
 
I bought an exercise bike about 16 months ago and use it nearly every day, usually for 30 - 35 minutes at a time, building up from about 10 mins originally. I am sure it helped a lot to bring my BG levels and weight down and keep them down. I don't find it at all uncomfortable to use despite my now-considerably-reduced posterior padding!

Mine is from the "Kirsty" range available at Argos - obviously aimed at females, maybe that's why it is comfy. It was on special offer when I got mine so much cheaper then.

Luckily I have somewhere to keep it ready for use, with a TV and CD player on hand for entertainment.

I'd definitely recommend an exercise bike for effectiveness and convenience.

Best wishes
MaryChristine
 
Hi dragongirl,

I use a Tacx turbo trainer and this is their website. Top notch quality, but a bit fiddly to set up at first. http://www.tacx.com/indexv3.php?language=EN
To attach the bike you simply have to replace the spindle in the rear wheel, then clamp it into the machine. Takes about 60 seconds.
Oh, and I know Xmas is a little way off, but check out the virtual reality trainer. I've been a good boy this year.......

fergus
 
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