Various Types of Exercise Bicycles for Heart Health
Some facts
Stationary exercise bicycles come in two basic categories: the upright
and the recumbent.
The upright bicycles are like the bikes you see
around, except that they are stationary. The pedals are below the
rider and may put more stress on the joints.
Then there are the dual action exercise bicycles
that promote aerobic activity and upper body toning.
Air resistance exercise bicycles make the riders'
pedals flow against a fan blade, while magnetic frictionless
resistance bicycles are the most sophisticated models,
allowing for a greater variety of workout levels.
Modern exercise bicycles possess a dashboard-like panel that alternately
blinks out feedback information: speed, time and distance, calories
burned, programs and levels, pulse and heart rates, RPM,s and MET's.
Determine your needs and preferences before buying an Exercise
Bicycle
Looking to have strong quads? An upright bicycle not only
gives you a very good cardio session - which is great for the heart
- but also works the quads (front of the legs). The recumbent
bicycles also provide a good cardio workout and put the hamstrings
and gluteus muscles to work effectively. This model is also easier
on your back.
In clinics that offer cardiac rehabilitation programs, exercise
bicycles are
permanent fixtures. Patients who need to develop stamina and endurance
and better cardiac health are encouraged to use exercise bikes
as well.
Avoid Heart Disease: Through Exercise and Living a Heart
Healthy Lifestyle
Don't wait for a heart attack to occur before deciding to exercise.
Exercise knows no age barriers. Young and old must get into an exercise
program. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death, so
if your lifestyle makes you a candidate for heart disease, adopt
drastic changes.
Aim for a healthier YOU!
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Disclaimer: The information that
I am writing on these pages are for educational purposes only, and
are intended to inspire us to learn more about heart disease. By
doing so we can learn how to eliminate the leading cause of death,
and create a better life for us and our children. I am only a heart
patient, in no way should what I am writing, replace any medical
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