Stationary Bike vs. Treadmill

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kimmy0169

Cathlete
Hello,

Does anyone feel that they get a good workout from riding their stationary bikes? I am consiering buying a treadmill but I want to make sure that I am not doing anything wrong. I ride as fast as I possibly can but I really do not break a sweat and my heart rate barely rises.

Any comments.

Thanks.
 
I'm considering buying a stationary bike too so I am hoping you get several helpful responses here. I love my treadmill but it's noisy and I can't get on it early in the morning or late at night (the 2 only times that would work for me!)
Lisa
 
I own a V-bike (spin bike) and a treadmill. Spinning kills my legs, and gives a great workout. It's right up there with the IMaxes for me. Does your bike have a tension adjustment? I don't really know anything about regular stationery bikes.

I like both my bike and treadmill though.

Andrea
 
I have an Airdyne and I get killer workouts on it by keeping the speed high. I ride 10-12 miles while watching Intense Moves, Interval Max or IMax 2 and following Cathe for intervals. It is very hard cardio, easy on my knees and helps build my quads. I count it as one of my "hard" cardios for the week.
 
Hello,

I have both a recumbent bike and a treadmill. I prefer a recumbent bike over the traditional one as it does involve a little bit of the hips more. Also with the push of a button i can increase the tension. However it mainly works the quads and not much hamstring is involved. I tend to put my heel on the pedal versus using the ball of the foot to incorporate the hamstring a little more. But is doesn't beat the treadmill. You can really work the hamstrings and get that heart rate way up without much impact on the joints simply by increasing the incline. Good luck.
claudia
 
I have an Airdyne, too, and I think it's the best. I love mechanical exercise equipment because I think it last longer, and Airdynes go on forever. You see them in gyms and rehab places, so that's good enough for me.

I personally don't like a treadmill, because I feel like I'm on a conveyor belt and it's going to sweep me off my feet (lack of control issue, I guess). But that's just me.

Just Do It! :7
 
Hi - I've gotten serious about crosstraining since Xmas, so I bought a Nautilus recumbent bike. It was expensive, but it was well worth the money. The bike's computer has about 10 different programs (i.e., rolling hills, Pikes Peak, strength building, "ride in the park," etc.). In addition, it tracks heart rate, calories, distance, speed, etc. You can chose your tension, too. Believe me, I feel it. My heart is pumping away and on some of the programs (strength builing, for example), my leg muscles are crying for mercy!The seat is comfy, too. For entertainment, I watch either DVDs of Cathe, Christi, etc., or I put on some tunes. I was thinking about getting some Spinerval workouts that folks on Video Fitness love. I highly recommend a bike---it's easier on your joints than doing treadmill work.
Also, have you considered a rowing machine? We have a concept 2 that my husband uses. As soon as my broken elbow is better, I'm going to start back, adding a rowing workout to my regime once a week. Rowing is a great overall body workout and it is especially great for the legs..
Have fun!!! suzanne :D
 
Hi Andrea

Andrea, I sent an e-mail to you yesterday asking how your hip & back are doing. I used the new e-mail system here which didn't hook up to Outlook so I wasn't sure if it went through or not.

Anyhow, how's your recovery??

Debra
 
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