Marie123
I am in the market for home exercise equipment to shed some below the waist pounds, butt and thighs! I'm 5ft, and it's hard to lose it where you want to!
Any experts out there - is this a good idea for what I'm looking for, to lose weight all over, or will I only be getting a cardiac workout and make my thighs bigger?
A local physical trainer said any 'sweating' you do burns calories, and with dieting, so that's all you need to worry about to lose weight all over.
I thought you had to exercise the whole package! What do ya'll think?
I'm looking at recombant bicycles, but haven't been able to find out which brand is best, which works better, is more comfortable, where to buy for best prices, and takes up less room,etc.
Or any suggestions on one piece of home equipment for a busy mom of two young ones that can be left in the family room but maybe camoflauged by a screen, etc.?
Thanks for any help!
Answer
A very popular and effective way to workout is by using a recumbent exercise bike. They are available in many different makes and models, ranging from no nonsense to high-tech. Finding the recumbent exercise bike that is right for you mainly depends on your ultimate training goal; from general fitness to sport specific training and anywhere in between.
For many, aerobic workouts are best performed on a recumbent exercise bike. There are many advantages to using a recumbent exercise bike such as providing a wider, more comfortable seat as well as a back rest. This more comfortable, upright position makes it easier to peddle longer. The most common complaint of exercise bike users is that the seat is just too uncomfortable. With a recumbent exercise bike this is a problem no more.
The most popular brand of recumbent exercise bike is made by Life Fitness and can be found in just about every gym or health club. Other manufacturers of the recumbent exercise bike include Tunturi, Schwinn and Star Trac.
Proper positioning on a recumbent exercise bike is easy to achieve. Seat length is the only adjustment to be made, making the recumbent exercise bike very user friendly. In order to check that you are properly positioned on the recumbent exercise bike, start with your feet on the peddles and both crank arms parallel with the floor. Look at the amount of bend in your knee (knee flexion).
The ideal position is to have just a slight bend in your knee joint. Improper positioning can create knee pain. Certain things to look for include pain in the front of the knee which is an indicator of the seat being positioned too close to the handlebars. If you are experiencing pain in the back of your knee it is a sign that the seat is positioned to far away from the handlebars. If you are using a recumbent exercise bike in a large fitness center simply ask one of the staff members to check your position.
Regardless of where you use your recumbent exercise bike it will be an important part of your fitness plan. Now you can comfortably peddle away while reading a book or watching TV and know that you are working towards a healthier you.
http://www.fitnessdiet.info/recumbentexercisebike.php
A very popular and effective way to workout is by using a recumbent exercise bike. They are available in many different makes and models, ranging from no nonsense to high-tech. Finding the recumbent exercise bike that is right for you mainly depends on your ultimate training goal; from general fitness to sport specific training and anywhere in between.
For many, aerobic workouts are best performed on a recumbent exercise bike. There are many advantages to using a recumbent exercise bike such as providing a wider, more comfortable seat as well as a back rest. This more comfortable, upright position makes it easier to peddle longer. The most common complaint of exercise bike users is that the seat is just too uncomfortable. With a recumbent exercise bike this is a problem no more.
The most popular brand of recumbent exercise bike is made by Life Fitness and can be found in just about every gym or health club. Other manufacturers of the recumbent exercise bike include Tunturi, Schwinn and Star Trac.
Proper positioning on a recumbent exercise bike is easy to achieve. Seat length is the only adjustment to be made, making the recumbent exercise bike very user friendly. In order to check that you are properly positioned on the recumbent exercise bike, start with your feet on the peddles and both crank arms parallel with the floor. Look at the amount of bend in your knee (knee flexion).
The ideal position is to have just a slight bend in your knee joint. Improper positioning can create knee pain. Certain things to look for include pain in the front of the knee which is an indicator of the seat being positioned too close to the handlebars. If you are experiencing pain in the back of your knee it is a sign that the seat is positioned to far away from the handlebars. If you are using a recumbent exercise bike in a large fitness center simply ask one of the staff members to check your position.
Regardless of where you use your recumbent exercise bike it will be an important part of your fitness plan. Now you can comfortably peddle away while reading a book or watching TV and know that you are working towards a healthier you.
http://www.fitnessdiet.info/recumbentexercisebike.php
question about biking?
Malia
i have been using a bike at the gym lately, not a stationary, but the other kind where the pedals are more in front of you..
afer 20 or 30 minutes on the bike my right leg starts to hurt and the right half of my right foot starts to go numb..i have had problems with sciatica before if that might have anything to do with it..
but my question is, why is my leg/foot doing that and what can i do to make it stop..it doesnt hurt, but its really bothersome and interferes with my workouts..
thanks
Answer
I assume you mean a recumbent exercise bike - as link.
Sciatica and foot problems - yep, sounds linked. Chose your favourite health professional: physiotherapist, chiropractor, osteopath. I use a chiro.
Since all things are linked in the body, I've more recently been looking at Pilates. I had an initial induction at my gym - one-to-one - and will be joining a class sometime. I'd recommend not joining a class until you've been personally assessed, particularly because of your pre-existing condition.
Meanwhile, two simple things: How hard are you pedalling? Does reducing the resistance help? Also, how fast are you pedalling? Aim for 70 to 90 rpm, for which you'll need to use the straps on the pedals to hold your feet in place.
I assume you mean a recumbent exercise bike - as link.
Sciatica and foot problems - yep, sounds linked. Chose your favourite health professional: physiotherapist, chiropractor, osteopath. I use a chiro.
Since all things are linked in the body, I've more recently been looking at Pilates. I had an initial induction at my gym - one-to-one - and will be joining a class sometime. I'd recommend not joining a class until you've been personally assessed, particularly because of your pre-existing condition.
Meanwhile, two simple things: How hard are you pedalling? Does reducing the resistance help? Also, how fast are you pedalling? Aim for 70 to 90 rpm, for which you'll need to use the straps on the pedals to hold your feet in place.
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