Types Of Exercise Bikes

The question of how to choose a stationary bike for your home can be genuinely perplexing to most people, both those who are into sport and those who are infinitely uninterested in it. We live at a time where every minute is precious and can’t be wasted.

However, not everyone is prepared to take the time to make their way to the gym through the traffic jams of the metropolis, work out, take a shower and then proceed to the office.

But everyone wants to be in good physical and mental shape. Sport, and only sport, offers this fantastic opportunity.

What about the exercise bike? It’s one of the most compact (compared to the treadmill and ellipsoid) gym equipment you can forget about the gym and keep fit.

This article will explore all the things you need to know to get yourself a brand new exercise bike for home.

What do you need to know about the exercise bikes?

All types of exercise bikes presented on the World of Sport online discounter website have their own unique technical specifications and are accompanied by a detailed instruction manual in Russian, which can be studied step by step. All types of exercise bikes do more than just replicate standard cycling, they also:

vastly expand the owner’s limits compared to a classic bike
increase the level of security.

Let’s start with point no. 2. The number of bicycle lanes is growing year by year. But the number of accidents involving cyclists is rising even faster.

A keen cyclist does not always notice a mother with a pram or an old man who has confused the bike lane with the pedestrian lane. None of this will happen if you develop speed “stationary” – in your flat or office, where you can also put an exercise bike. And read about what these sporty units are like below.

Knowing the different types of exercise bikes for home, you’ll be able to choose what is right for you and your personal needs. Understanding the models and your needs, you’ll be able to:

set a programme that is fit for purpose
monitor your own body stats
achieve results much faster and safer than on a conventional bicycle in the city or on “rough terrain”.

Vertical

These types of exercise bikes for the home will appeal to those who are looking for a “stationary counterpart” to the classic motorcycle and have no medical contraindications to exercising on one.

Contraindications may include back problems. The upright bike is not always indicated for those who suffer from sciatica or have suffered a spinal injury.

The vertical types of exercise bikes are almost precisely the same as the bike in terms of their key components and connections.

Those who are used to riding it for many kilometres, but would like to reduce the time spent “going there, going back” and overcoming obstacles along the way, can rest assured: a tall upright exercise bike can make up for the lack of a “classic bike” by 100%.

These trainers’ pedal positions can be easily (with one press of a button) adjusted to make you feel comfortable. This is precisely the kind of fitness equipment for people who want to lose as much weight as possible. Many good exercisers have the option of setting up a unique fat-burning programme (“hill movement” or “uphill ride”).

Do you like to accelerate by lifting yourself out of your seat? Then it is an excellent exerciser that will help you feel comfortable and do a good workout.

Horizontal

The pedals on the horizontal exercise bike are either at the same level as the ‘saddle’ or slightly below it. This allows you to practise in a semi-recumbent position, eliminating strain on the lumbar spine and the back as a whole.

Those suffering from sciatica or spinal trauma can approach this sporting wonder without fear and gradually increase the load.

Horizontal types of exercise bikes are also indicated for joint conditions typical of the older age group.

Can I train on a horizontal trainer at high intensity? You betcha! However, there is no strain on your back. If you keep your feet parallel (flat) to the floor (and in the case of the horizontal trainer this is the case), you don’t have to worry about your neck either.

These types of exercise bikes for the home are ideal for those suffering from osteochondrosis but dreaming of losing weight.

Were there any musculoskeletal problems? Please go for the horizontal exercise bike, it works the joints much more gently than the vertical bike. Expecting a new addition to the family? The horizontal exercise machines that gynaecologists and obstetricians do not rule out as the only possible type of sports system that can be operated by the sometimes exercise-free pregnant women who are expectant mothers.

Hybrid

How do you choose an exercise bike if you really want to find “something in between the efficiency of an upright bike and the gentle capabilities of a horizontal one”?

The online retailer World of Sport is happy to offer an “average”, in other words, a hybrid! – option.

The essential advantage of this trainer is that you can change the type of seating on it. Such a system successfully combines the benefits of an upright and a horizontal sports unit, and is ‘conditionally versatile’, ‘family-friendly’.

Young people can work out on it by adjusting the seat and making the most of the stationary bike, including putting a strain on the back and spine or “pedalling standing up”.

In the absence of “in the saddle” youngsters, the exercise may be favoured by older family members who need to spare their backs and the lower back in particular.

Hybrid bikes are compact enough to be placed in your home or office, even for people of different ages. The exercise bike will also allow you to gradually build up your workload and achieve top results, both for those who consider themselves seasoned athletes and those who are just starting to grasp the wide range of options available in our online shop.

Inertia Bikes

Exercisers differ not only in the type of seating (horizontal, vertical or hybrid). They are differentiated by the kind of resistance. One perfect and noteworthy option is the stationary recumbent bike, noting the pros and cons.

Inertial or shoe trainers are so-called because the proper level of resistance in these systems makes the pads stick tighter to the flywheel. This system is ideal for people wondering which exercise bike is best suited to them in combination with the best price and the most significant number of programmes.

These systems cost more than primitive belt systems and are more advanced. Inertia models are relatively easy to operate. They don’t give a second thought to the older generation who aren’t used to dealing with electronics. The multitude of load options is matched by the smooth running and affordable price. There are also disadvantages. Before choosing a stationary recumbent bike, assess the noise level at which it operates. If he does not embarrass you, you can make the purchase. Such units weigh a lot and are expensive to repair (the pads do not wear out instantly, but rather quickly). It is virtually impossible to adjust the programme with the precision that the electronic counterpart allows.

Magnetic

Resistance in these trainers is created by two powerful magnets that regularly change their position concerning the mounted flywheel. If the question “How to choose the right exercise bike?” is based on ease of use rather than the broadest possible range of features, this option is a good one to consider.

The load on such a system is easily adjustable. There are a sufficient number of training modes. It’s renowned for its smooth running, energy efficiency and lack of power supply (if you want to train in your countryside, where you might not have a power outlet nearby, the Magnetic StairMaster is your choice). Such a construction does not weigh much. There is no noise produced by the inertial simulator. It can help beginners and those who are not yet proficient in the sport to achieve significant results. When deciding which exercise bike will take pride of place in your home, it’s also worth bearing in mind that the magnetic version costs more than the inertia version, and repairs are a real hassle – if it breaks, it’s easier to buy a new one.

Mini

How do you choose an exercise bike if there is no space at all in your home or office? Will I have to forget about physical activity? Not at all. Our online discounter has excellent mini-variants that allow you to pedal even if you only have a couple of square metres to spare in your rented space. These systems have minimal features. But the “little ones” are conquering in size, allowing you to put them in a cupboard and forget them when you’re not studying. The cost of these sporty units doesn’t bite.

Folding

When deciding how to choose an exercise bike, if the house’s space is small but minimal, or bland you do not want to clutter a spacious enough room, let’s not forget that there are many folding models. A little nuance: they are only suitable for those who do not have too much emotional weight. These systems are sure to appeal to people who prefer not to weave ‘gym notes’ into the interior of a room, but rather work out and stow the sports structure in a cupboard or behind the sofa. A folding exercise bike does not weigh much, is not too expensive, can be transported on its own from the shop, and offers a wide enough range of features to satisfy the novice athlete.

So which one to choose?

The story of how to choose an exercise bike for your home comes to a logical conclusion. We’ve looked at all the pros and cons of all the different types. We want to leave the question of which unit will best suit you, the user reading these lines, entirely up to you.

After all, who knows better than you about your goals, individual body characteristics, past illnesses and injuries, the conditions under which the training will take place, and the availability of nearby nutrition sources.

The choice is yours!