Exercise Bike

The exercise bike is one of the best pieces of fitness equipment for home use, and you can work out on it regardless of the weather or season. It offers a wide range of training options, both in terms of building endurance and burning calories. Modern stationary bikes with a wide range of features and accessories will take your workout to a whole new level. Most importantly, however, an exercise bike is a machine that, thanks to its construction, is perfect for use even in the tight spaces of a house or apartment.

What are the benefits of an exercise bike?
Above all, stationary exercise bikes offer independence and workout capacity even out of season. All you need to do is make some space in your home for it and it will serve us for years to come and improve our condition. In addition, working out on a stationary bike accelerates metabolism and fat burning. By combining them with a proper diet and a well-written training program, we can achieve truly amazing results in a short period of time. Regular training on an exercise bike prevents heart and circulatory diseases, shapes our body and improves our mood over time. This excellent fitness equipment is suitable both for amateurs who are just starting their activity adventures and for athletes who do not want to have any breaks for training in the fall and winter seasons. The fitness bike will also find supporters among rehabilitators and people recovering from injuries.

Exercise bikes - what to look for?
When deciding to buy an exercise bike, you should be aware of several important issues. First of all, you need to realize that there are different types of fitness equipment on the market. The most popular ones include:

- Upright bikes (our standard equipment for seated training),.

- Recumbent bikes (with comfortable seats and backrests, designed for people with spinal problems), and

- cycling (reproduces the same movement as a real field ride - cycling is designed to provide cyclists with specialized endurance training).

The choice between specific types should take into account our level of progress in training and the capacity of our body.

Once we have chosen the right type of exercise bike, we must consider the construction of the particular model. the product range of the Hop-Sport sports store includes fitness equipment with a wide range of technical parameters and a number of interesting solutions. The basic features to look for when choosing an exercise bike include:

- the braking system (mechanical, magnetic, electromagnetic).

- functional accessories that offer additional training possibilities (pedals with protection, training computers, Bluetooth modules that allow you to pair the device with a training application), the

- additional gadgets for ease of use (handles, transportation wheels, USB ports, air vents).

The simplest designs are mechanical exercise bikes. They don't have a lot of extras, but they are very simple to operate. They have mechanical brakes and resistance systems that can be replaced in case of failure. Also, mechanical bikes are very affordable and the bikes themselves, although simply constructed, allow you to take good care of your fitness.

Magnetic and electromagnetic exercise bikes are much more complex . For their part, we're dealing with fitness equipment filled with many additional options and features . The resistance and braking system is based on the action of magnets or electromagnets that move closer to and further away from the flywheel, generating a magnetic field that creates resistance. The closer the magnet is to the wheel, the greater the resistance. Thanks to this operating system, magnetic bikes are extremely quiet and easy to adjust.

Electromagnetic and magnetic exercise bikes are slightly larger in size. Before buying, you should consider whether you have enough space for this type of exercise equipment. They ride very similarly to classic bicycles, so the training is just as effective and certainly more comfortable.

Where can I buy an exercise bike?
Gymbo-Sport sports stores offer the best home stationary bikes that are as good as their counterparts in gyms and health clubs. There you will find a wide range of models with different sizes, technical parameters and the possibilities they offer. Among the assortment of the Gymbo-Sport store you will find: among other things xbike fitness bike with a modern foldable design. The device has the necessary certificates and performance standards to confirm its safety. The Xbike is equipped with an LCD training computer offering a wide range of workout options with which you can plan effective training cycles.

In addition, the Gymbo-Sport store offers horizontal stationary bikes, upright exercise bikes and spinning bikes. The best models are equipped with functional accessories to increase comfort. Included:

- telemetry bands for measuring the pulse of the exerciser.

- shock-absorbing pads that allow the machine to run quietly and provide additional stability.

- specialized training apps with online maps and virtual reality training routes.

- Mobile device holder so you can browse your phone, listen to music or watch your favorite series on your tablet.

Which exercise bike is suitable for beginners?
When you're starting out with physical activity, it's a good decision to buy an exercise bike that will help you burn off excess pounds quickly and enhance your physical performance in the comfort of your own home. For beginners who have just started training on an exercise bike, it pays to choose equipment that is easy to use and offers comfortable training conditions. Mechanical exercise bikes may be a good choice due to their simple construction and use, but training on them is not as smooth as on electromagnetic bikes or bikes with magnetic mechanisms. Another problem is the additional facilities and parameters of the training computer. For a beginner's exercise bike, it seems unnecessary to invest in models with advanced measurement parameters. Such equipment is dedicated to experienced people who want to perform specialized forms of training, such as heart rate zone training or interval training (also known as HIIT).

Which stationary bikes are suitable for seniors?
Physical activity is important for all ages. Seniors in particular should be aware of the need to exercise in order to stay as healthy and enjoy their health as possible. An important aspect to keep in mind for exercise bikes for seniors is a large, clear training display so that the parameters shown do not cause reading problems. Simplicity of use and ease of adjustment of the equipment is also important. The adjustment options for the saddle and handlebars will have a direct impact on comfort while riding, which is extremely important for seniors who often complain of back pain or spinal problems. Properly adjusting the saddle and ensuring a comfortable riding position will have a significant impact on the effectiveness of the training itself. If the bike doesn't fit your body well and riding causes discomfort, the workout may have the opposite effect than intended and may increase pain. Recumbent exercise bikes (also known as recumbent exercise bikes) are a good option for every older person. These machines have a comfortable seat with a backrest so that your back is not burdened during exercise.

Exercise Bike Training
If you have an exercise bike at home, it's time to give it a try! Adjust the saddle, improve the backrest, set the right resistance and go!

1. Dress comfortably and adjust your clothes to make them comfortable, stretchy and easy to move in.

2. Warm up and move your whole body. This way you can prevent injuries and prepare your body well. Remember to activate muscles that need work and stretch structures that are tight and resistant to movement. 3.

3. Train regularly on selected days of the week, progressing with resistance or training time. Select exercises based on your level of progression and within the correct range of motion. Remember to rest and hydrate during training and stretch immediately after.

4. Supplement your training with a balanced diet that is an extension of your training program. It is best to do this with the help of a qualified dietitian who will help you adjust your meals to your daily activities and abilities.

5. exercise when you want, how you want. Set your goals and train for them. Burn calories during fast intervals and build endurance during long cardio sessions.

How many calories can I burn on an exercise bike?
The amount of calories burned while riding an exercise bike depends on many factors, including the intensity of the workout, the duration of the workout, the weight of the exerciser, and overall health. On average, a 70-pound person can burn about 400-600 calories during a one-hour moderate-intensity exercise bike workout.