A few years ago, owning it was mainly reserved for sports fanatics, but now the "Sunday athlete" has also embraced it:the exercise bike. Cycling is therefore increasingly happening indoors. Are you curious if an exercise bike is something for you? Our editors have listed the most important benefits for you.
1. Interval workouts are easier to perform on an exercise bike
The Netherlands is a flat country, and that can be difficult when you're challenging yourself by bike. Exercise bikes, on the other hand, have different programs that allow you to make that hill as big as you want.
2. Time saving when you exercise
You don't have to prepare food, take into account headwinds or put on rain gear. And there are no traffic lights. All in all, 2 hours on the exercise bike can easily equal 3 hours outdoor cycling.
3. Tired of cycling? You'll be back on your couch in no time!
You can get off at exactly the right time. Many athletes like to cycle until just before the moment when they reach their breaking point. If you're on an exercise bike, you don't have to cycle all the way back after you've reached that point.
4. You can put together a tight time schedule
Would you like to cycle for 15 minutes 3 times with different pedaling weights and 1 minute rest in between? It's all possible on an exercise bike.
Tip:choose a model that suits you
If you are looking for an exercise bike, make sure you choose a model that suits your needs. For example, if you like to race at high speed on your road bike, a spinning bike fits your expectations better than a recumbent bike. Recumbent bikes are exercise bikes where you have a seat with a backrest. They are particularly suitable if you quickly suffer from joints and muscles, because your shoulders, neck and upper back are relieved.
