Richard G
First do u include warms up as part of workout time? I haven't but I am not sure because I do warm up of 5min before and cool down 5min after. I ride for 30 minutes using the intervals training program so a combined 40 min. all together. The bike is $300us so it aint the best, I was wondering about how good it is because in a 11 mile ride it claims I have burned over 500 cal, that isn't correct right?
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As long as you're consistent about what you count or don't count, it really doesn't matter. YOU know what you did and how hard you were working,
If you're actually doing the equivalent of 11 miles in 30 minutes, that ain't shabby at all, but the 500 calories is probably a little on the optimistic side, as you suspect.
It sounds like weight loss is your primary objective.
Realistically, measuring calories burned accurately is next to impossible. You're much better off focusing on something else, like average speed, or miles travelled, or just enjoying the ride. Thinking calories too much of the time keeps your mind on food. Its difficult to stay motivated when your program and scorekeeping are based on constantly thinking about your enemy.
Look for positive reinforcement tied to your workouts. Riding to a friends house. Running to the marsh to see the sunrise. Have a goal, like getting in shape for 100 mile charity ride, or doing your first triathlon. You get the idea.
As for equipment, the bulk of my triathlon bike training is done on a beat up MTB I bought for $350 on closeout several years ago. You don't need fancy and expensive to get a good workout. My indoor trainer is an even more beat up mountain bike (no longer roadworthy) on Performance's cheapest trainer.
The expensive tri-bike feels like a rocket ship come race day.
As long as you're consistent about what you count or don't count, it really doesn't matter. YOU know what you did and how hard you were working,
If you're actually doing the equivalent of 11 miles in 30 minutes, that ain't shabby at all, but the 500 calories is probably a little on the optimistic side, as you suspect.
It sounds like weight loss is your primary objective.
Realistically, measuring calories burned accurately is next to impossible. You're much better off focusing on something else, like average speed, or miles travelled, or just enjoying the ride. Thinking calories too much of the time keeps your mind on food. Its difficult to stay motivated when your program and scorekeeping are based on constantly thinking about your enemy.
Look for positive reinforcement tied to your workouts. Riding to a friends house. Running to the marsh to see the sunrise. Have a goal, like getting in shape for 100 mile charity ride, or doing your first triathlon. You get the idea.
As for equipment, the bulk of my triathlon bike training is done on a beat up MTB I bought for $350 on closeout several years ago. You don't need fancy and expensive to get a good workout. My indoor trainer is an even more beat up mountain bike (no longer roadworthy) on Performance's cheapest trainer.
The expensive tri-bike feels like a rocket ship come race day.
Will an exercise bike help me?
LASportsFa
I have my new years resolution. Six pack by summer or just dont be overweight. I'm 5"6, 169, 17yrs old ( was 160 but just came back from vacation)
I play hockey, I have little fat on my legs, but my stomach is a bit flabby along with my arms and chest, I hate running, I want to use my Xmas money to buy an exercise bike because I know I will do it pretty much 24/7, after hw is done I have from 6-9 to do anything, mostly watching TV or texting, I figure I can do that while riding?
Answer
Sure. Better still, it'll cost less than you think. Real cyclists use a regular bike on a trainer like that shown below. They make fancy, expensive one's with computer interfaces, but even the basic cheap ones are plenty sturdy and effective. Besides the trainer, all you need is any old bike with a slick rear tire to drive the roller. I've used one similar to the one shown for years, training for triathlon.
Sure. Better still, it'll cost less than you think. Real cyclists use a regular bike on a trainer like that shown below. They make fancy, expensive one's with computer interfaces, but even the basic cheap ones are plenty sturdy and effective. Besides the trainer, all you need is any old bike with a slick rear tire to drive the roller. I've used one similar to the one shown for years, training for triathlon.
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