| One of the most popular pieces of fitness | | | | low impact they work well in physical therapy and |
| equipment is the recumbent exercise bike. They | | | | gaining endurance and muscle strength following an |
| are generating a lot of buzz, but what are their | | | | injury. |
| benefits? Why choose one of these bikes? Here's | | | | The cardio benefits are another area that these |
| a look at the answers to these questions and | | | | bikes excel in. Because of the programmed |
| several others. | | | | workouts built-in to these machines, as well as |
| Standard exercise bikes are stationary bicycles | | | | being able to increase the resistance levels, you |
| are uncomfortable to ride for any length of time. | | | | can get your heart rate to whatever level you |
| Not only is the seat too small, but also being | | | | desire. |
| hunched over is hard on the back and legs. | | | | Women also love the way they can shape their |
| A recumbent bike sports a large, wide, | | | | hips, thighs and buttocks from recumbent bikes. |
| comfortable seat that supports your body and | | | | They work to help your body lose fat and gain |
| takes the stress off joints. You are sitting back | | | | muscle strength unlike any other type of exercise |
| and not stressing your back, allowing you to ride | | | | equipment. |
| for extended lengths of time. | | | | You can also watch your favorite TV show while |
| Recumbent exercise bikes are good for beginners | | | | exercising, or read a book or magazine. |
| as well as experts. They work well for all fitness | | | | Something anyone who has a busy schedule can |
| levels because you can set your registration level. | | | | appreciate. |
| Beginners can pedal without any resistance, while | | | | As you can see, a recumbent exercise bike |
| experts can set up as difficult a workout as they | | | | offers the features and benefits to getting a |
| want. | | | | good low impact workout and getting in better |
| You will also find doctors and trainers | | | | shape, without the hassles of going to the gym or |
| recommending these types of exercise bikes | | | | trying to find time to fit in your schedule. |
| because of the safety benefits. Since they are | | | | |