Exercise bikes offer cardiovascular workouts similar to cycling. Exercise bikes for the home are often overlooked for their price and inconvenient size. Fold away exercise bikes provide solutions to both of these problems. Factors to consider when choosing a fold away exercise bike include style, features, build quality and convenience.
Style
Fold away exercise bikes come in two basic styles: stationary or recumbent. A stationary bicycle is most similar to a traditional bicycle in terms of riding position, leaning slightly forward on handlebars. A recumbent bike positions you in a slightly reclined position. Recumbent bicycles have wider seats with back rests and handlebars on either side of the seat. The pedals of a recumbent bike are placed forward of the rider, rather than directly beneath your hips. Recumbent bicycles are best for those who are uncomfortable on normal bicycles or for those with back problems.
Features
Fold away exercise bikes do not have as many features as their non-folding counterparts. However, just because you have a folding bike doesn't mean you have to sacrifice essential tools. Some fold away exercise bikes include small computers which display information on exercise duration, speed and distance. Some bikes will also come with computers that allow you to adjust the pedal resistance or have pre-programmed exercise routines which vary resistance throughout your workout..
Convenience
A fold away exercise bike is specifically designed to offer you a solid workout while remaining small and collapsible for easy storage. You are more likely to use the bike if it is convenient to set up and take down. Consider how heavy the bike is, how easy it is to assemble, and its size, both set up and collapsed. The most basic fold-away exercise bikes will have one hinge in the center of the frame which allows for set up in seconds.
Build
Fold away exercise bikes are not as sturdy as those which don't fold, but they can still offer extremely stable platforms for your workout. The most important considerations regarding build quality are the frame and hing mechanism. The sturdiest exercise bikes use steel or steel alloy frames and strong hinges. Plastic and thin aluminum pedals, seat and handlebars may wear or break over time.
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