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How Effective are those Fancy Exercise Machines? Part 2

Continuing my series that looks into whether or not expensive exercise equipment advertised on TV is really worth going into debt over I’m turning my attention to the RealRyder. It looks like an indoor bike, but this is no ordinary stationary cycle. The RealRyder allows you to steer and move from side to side in your own home. Here’s what the company claims in its commercial: “After 20 years, the indoor cycling bike finally gets moving! … It tilts, turns, and banks like an outdoor bike — works out the core, upper body, legs, cardio, and improves balance the way … Continue reading →

I is for Indoor Cycling

Indoor workouts are a great thing – especially during inclement weather. Spring, summer, winter or autumn, you can perform your indoor workouts no matter how hot, cold, rainy or otherwise the weather is outside. Indoor cycling isn’t just for people looking to work out, but also for athletes looking to maintain their fitness throughout the year – particularly cyclists – in the off season. Cardiovascular ExerciseLeg Strength Regular indoor cycling will build strength in your legs as well as in your cardiovascular system. Cycling engages every leg muscle as well as your glutes to a point. Regular sessions of cycling … Continue reading →

Lose Weight with a Stationary Bike

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When it comes to shaping, toning and losing weight – the exercise bike is an ideal choice. It is extremely convenient to purchase and keep an exercise bike at home. The models vary and you can get the one that is best suited to your lifestyle and preferences. There is the standard exercise bike that requires you sit straight up and pedal in a downwards motion. The racing exercise bike that encourages you to lean forward with your back on a diagonal angle, virtually racing. The third type, my personal favorite, is the recumbant bike that reduces a great deal … Continue reading →