Exercise Bikes Buying Guide From Canadian Tire

Exercise Bikes Buying Guide From Canadian Tire See All Excercise Bikes on CanadianTire.ca http://cntr.ca/CTExerciseBikes Whether you're training for a race or just starting an exercise program, an exercise bike is a great way to get a low-impact cardiovascular workout. There are three different styles of exercise bikes to choose from -- Upright, Recumbent and Indoor Cycles. The upright exercise bike positions the body to mimic the riding experience of a traditional bike. The Recumbent exercise bike offers a larger seat and puts your body in a semi-reclined position. Indoor Cycles are like an upright bike but provide performance that closely matches that of a road bike. Indoor cycle, Upright, or Recumbent. This video will help you decide which model is best for you.. All exercise bikes use the pedals to turn a flywheel. A mechanical or magnetic brake acts against the flywheel. A larger flywheel will give you smoother motion. You can turn your own road bike into a stationary bike by attaching a trainer to the rear wheel. A magnetic brake provides resistance and it folds up for storage. If space is an issue, some models can fold up for storage, but you may give up some features. The upright exercise bike is similar to the design of a traditional bicycle. The seat is directly above the pedals and the handle bars are out front. One advantage to this design is that you can lift yourself up as you pedal with greater force, simulating a hill climb or a sprint. The recumbent exercise bike offers support for the lower back. The wider seat and semi-reclined position make it easier to get into and out of for older adults. If you already have a good level of fitness, then an indoor cycle will allow you to intensify your exercise program. They offer more adjustments for the handle and seat to more closely simulate a high-end road bike. Racing-style pedals transmit all your effort to the flywheel and an extra- http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/5/SportsRec/4/FitnessWellness/ExerciseBikes.jsp