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An
exercise bike
is a
bicycle
that goes nowhere. They are used for
cardiovascular conditioning
while staying indoors.
Exercise
bike
s come in several
style
s. First, a regular
mobile
bike can be placed on a
stand
so it just "
spins its wheels
" while being pedaled. Second there can be a machine that begins as an exercise bike and is never meant to move. In this class
exercise bike
s can be a
recumbent
cycle
or and
upright
cycle. Recumbent cycles place the rider in a
chaise
like
seat
with the petals in front. This is easier on the
tailbone
and the
lower back
. Upright cycles have the "rider" sitting or standing just like a regular moving bicycle, pedaling while holding onto a handlebar. Dual action cycles also have moving
handlebar
s and exercise the upper body.
Exercise bikes come if varying degrees of fanciness.
Mileage
,
calories
burnt,
distance
pedaled and heart rate can be tracked.
Video screen
s can show a
movie
or a
simulation
of a path the rider can imagine s/he is pedaling.
Resistance
can be varied manually or automatically to follow pre-programmed patterns. Resistance can be created by use of a belt, brake or fan. Magnetic resistance systems are the only type that allow the use of pre-programmed patterns.
Some types might use a belt, brake or fan to create resistance. Others employ a magnetic-resistance system, which can range from a simple manually set magnet to smooth, quiet electromagnetic performance. Only electromagnetic bikes allow you to use pre-set programs.
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