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Are AIR-CYCLE exercise bikes better than ELECTRIC exercise bikes?
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That depends on what you're trying to accomplish. The original Air-dyne allowed you to use your arms as well as legs, thus giving more of a total-body workout. And, if you didn't want to use your arms, you could just pedal. The wind created also helps cool you off.
An electric stationary bike is meant to resemble the type of riding (if all riding was flat with no wind) you'd do on a regular road bike. If it's between those two devices, the air-cycle is a better workout (but noisy).
If your goal is to help with your road riding, or work on lower body, I'd opt for a trainer or rollers (rollers are probably out of the question, however, since you're asking about an air-cycle vs electric). I've got a nice trainer that I place my road bike on. This allows me to actually ride my regular bike and simulates a 'real world' environment (the harder I pedal, the harder it gets), quickly disconnect it to take outside, and since my bike has a computer, I can track my rides. I'd still recommend this option if you're just looking for exercise, as once you're ready, you can take the bike off the trainer and head outdoors on nice days. It gives you something to shoot for.
That depends on what you're trying to accomplish. The original Air-dyne allowed you to use your arms as well as legs, thus giving more of a total-body workout. And, if you didn't want to use your arms, you could just pedal. The wind created also helps cool you off.
An electric stationary bike is meant to resemble the type of riding (if all riding was flat with no wind) you'd do on a regular road bike. If it's between those two devices, the air-cycle is a better workout (but noisy).
If your goal is to help with your road riding, or work on lower body, I'd opt for a trainer or rollers (rollers are probably out of the question, however, since you're asking about an air-cycle vs electric). I've got a nice trainer that I place my road bike on. This allows me to actually ride my regular bike and simulates a 'real world' environment (the harder I pedal, the harder it gets), quickly disconnect it to take outside, and since my bike has a computer, I can track my rides. I'd still recommend this option if you're just looking for exercise, as once you're ready, you can take the bike off the trainer and head outdoors on nice days. It gives you something to shoot for.
What will working out on an exercise bike do body wise?
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If I work out on it everyday & lose about 200-300 calories, when will I be able to see results?
What will these results include? Will it help flatten out my stomach, strengthen legs, etc.?
How much weight could I lose within 2 month of doing this?
Thanks!
Answer
Yes, an exercise bike is a great way to burn calories. But you will also have to incorporate healthy eating too in order to lose weight.
80% of your physique is result of what you eat. 20% is exercise.
Try to eat a healthy balanced, low fat diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. Keep an eye on your portion sizes.
Make sure you LIMIT the amount of JUNK FOOD, ready made processed meals, sugary fizzy drinks, alcohol and takeaway meals. These are all high in refined sugar and full of saturated fat. The two main ingredients which are responsible for that extra weight gain.
Try to eat more wholefoods. Such as brown rice, brown pasta, brown bread, beans & pulses. These are high in fibre and will keep you feeling fuller for longer.
Have three meals a day at regular times. Always starting with breakfast. This way you are less likely to indulge in snacks. Snack on fresh fruit only. Drink plenty of water.
Try to MOVE as much as you can. Any exercise will really help to accelerate your weight loss.
But do bear in mind. That if once, you manage to reach your realistic target weight. You can't go back to your old eating habits and activity levels. Otherwise all the weight will just pile back on again. It is as simple as that.
Good Luck
Yes, an exercise bike is a great way to burn calories. But you will also have to incorporate healthy eating too in order to lose weight.
80% of your physique is result of what you eat. 20% is exercise.
Try to eat a healthy balanced, low fat diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. Keep an eye on your portion sizes.
Make sure you LIMIT the amount of JUNK FOOD, ready made processed meals, sugary fizzy drinks, alcohol and takeaway meals. These are all high in refined sugar and full of saturated fat. The two main ingredients which are responsible for that extra weight gain.
Try to eat more wholefoods. Such as brown rice, brown pasta, brown bread, beans & pulses. These are high in fibre and will keep you feeling fuller for longer.
Have three meals a day at regular times. Always starting with breakfast. This way you are less likely to indulge in snacks. Snack on fresh fruit only. Drink plenty of water.
Try to MOVE as much as you can. Any exercise will really help to accelerate your weight loss.
But do bear in mind. That if once, you manage to reach your realistic target weight. You can't go back to your old eating habits and activity levels. Otherwise all the weight will just pile back on again. It is as simple as that.
Good Luck
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