Recumbent Bike Reviews

Michael has been reviewing products  since 2008. He  has  been training with weights since the late 1960′s and has a lot of experience with gym equipment.

 

Watch the video at the bottom of the page to see how to use a recumbent bike

However, focus on the bikes control panel and ease of use. The actual workout Dr. Mercola is doing is quite advanced and must be worked up to.

 

Study after study has shown the benefit of exercise on the body, heart and mind. People who exercise experience a higher level of self-esteem and in turn more confidence.

 

Recumbent exercise bikes come in different sizes and shapes. They all share one common characteristic in that they have a recumbent seat position.

 

Recumbent literally means “lying down”. This is what makes the recumbent bike a low-impact cardiovascular workout machine.

 

Recumbent Bikes are Great For:

People who can benefit from a recumbent bike include anyone rehabilitating from knee or back injuries or surgery; people with chronic bad knees and/or back; any osteoarthritis in the body; people with limited mobility and lastly overweight individuals.

 

The workout simulates riding a bicycle. Many cyclists use recumbent bikes to stay in shape when weather makes it difficult or impossible to train outdoors.

 

One of the advantages of the recumbent bike is the ability to watch television or read a magazine while exercising. Some people work out while one of their favorite programs is playing.

 

Please take the time to look at all the different options you have for recumbent bikes. Many of the most popular are on this site and I add new ones as they come out on the market. Products here can be ordered from the United Kingdom as well as from Canada.

 

Don’t buy on price alone. Consider these other factors before purchasing:

 

  • sturdy and weighted flywheel provides a more accurate road feel
  • built-in customizable workout programs which are easy to use
  • a heart-rate monitor to insure you don’t overwork or underwork
  • range of resistance levels, from novice to warrior
  • a seat that adjusts to your body length
  • user profiles that remembers all users information
  • smooth and quiet braking system

 

The low-impact nature of the recumbent bike insures your body won’t take the beating you get from cycling or mountain bike riding.This means you can have a comfortable, sustained workout. You will burn more calories and work that oh-so-important muscle, the heart.

 

Doctors recommend 45 to 60 minutes of aerobic exercise 3 to 5 times a week. The American Heart Association says “all adults should avoid inactivity by getting at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week.”

 

Even with today’s hectic schedules most people can fit this into their schedules. Particularly if they have a recumbent bike in the home.

 

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Watch this  video to see how to use a recumbent bike. As stated earlier recumbent bikes come in all shapes and sizes.