To help prevent certain diseases you should perform at least 2 1/2 hours of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week, according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. You can cut that down to one hour and 15 minutes if you're willing to step up the pace to "vigorous-intensity." Luckily, 10 minutes at a time is OK. One of the best ways to achieve your fitness goals is atop an exercise bike.
Schwinn 120
The Schwinn 120 exercise bicycle is the best budget bike on the market, according to Bestcovery. Reviewers say it doesn't feel like a "budget" bike at all. It features 16 resistance levels, 12 program levels, an adjustable seat and handlebars, and an easy-to-read LCD monitor. The five-year warranty should quell any concerns that this is a "cheap" bike, despite its affordable price. The Schwinn 120 retails for $299 as of early 2011.
Schwinn Airdyne
The Schwinn Airdyne is the best upright exercise bike on the market, according to Consumersearch. The Airdyne uses air instead of magnetic resistance, allowing the resistance to increase automatically when you pedal harder and faster. This means you are not limited to a certain level of resistance as with other bikes. The Airdyne is an extremely durable and reliable bike that's backed by a 30-year warranty on the frame and three years for parts including electronics. A one-year warranty on labor is also included. The Schwinn Airdyne retails for $750 as of early 2011.
Lifecore LC-900
The Lifecore LC-900 is a high-quality, compact exercise bike that gives users the workouts they need, according to ExerciseBikeCritic.com. It's a comfortable bike that features a walk-through design, 12 preset and three heart-rate programs, and can store up to nine user profiles. It weighs just over 100 lbs., yet has the ability to support a 300-pound rider. It comes with a five-year warranty on parts and a one-year warranty on labor. The Lifecore LC-900 retails for $1,299 as of early 2011.
Reebok RT 245
The Reebok RT 245 is built to replicate the upright bikes you would find in a commercial gym. It features electromagnetic resistance, eight pre-programmed workouts, a built-in fan and iFit compatibility for downloading workouts via the Internet. A patented GelSoft seat, adjustable frame and instant-feedback display makes the RT 245 a great bike for anybody who is serious about exercise. The Reebok RT 245 retails for $699 as of early 2011.
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