Buying Guide: Exercise Bike Dubai

Exercise bikes are a popular piece of home fitness equipment. They are also quite practical, since you are not dependent on any weather conditions and you can train almost at any time, even if the weather is bad. However, if you want to decide on an exercise bike or cross trainer, you should consider a few basic things when buying.

Buying an exercise bike in Dubai: That's how it's done!

What criteria should an indoor bike meet?

Before you buy an exercise bike, you should consider how you want to use the device. Should it only be every now and then or do you want to train with it regularly? Furthermore, the question arises whether you only want to train your fitness or also your endurance and whether you want to use the device alone.

The weight limit and the equipment:

The weight limit is a very important criterion when you want to buy an exercise bike. Accidents can only be avoided if the manufacturer's instructions are followed. The selection of different models is quite diverse, and this has a significant impact on the price and performance of the devices. For example, exercise bikes are available with a computer and therefore with different training programs and with a heart rate monitor. In addition, not every device is necessarily suitable for everyone, because the exercise bikes for beginners are designed differently than exercise bikes for competitive athletes. There is also a big difference between an exercise bike for private households and a device for a gym.

Buying an exercise bike – the braking systems:

If you want to buy an exercise bike, you should know that they are available with different braking systems. If you decide on a model with a magnetic brake, this enables a smooth movement. This type of brake is also wear-free. With an eddy current brake, a stronger resistance can be generated, which is constantly readjusted. This is of course an advantage for you, because you always achieve the set performance – no matter how fast or slow you train. It is very similar to a treadmill and the models differ mainly in their equipment depending on the provider.

The braking system:

Modern exercise bikes work with magnetic fields in the braking system. The centrifugal mass of the device is braked via this. Technically, this is usually implemented using an electrical coil that generates a magnetic field.

This is how you can define the resistance in watts for the models. The harder the exercise bike brakes, the more resistance you have when pedalling. This resistance is then displayed as power in watts on the dashboard or on-board computer.

When buying the exercise bike, make sure that sufficient resistance levels can be set. You should also always insist on trying the device and getting an impression of the feeling when pedalling. If there are jerky movements when pedalling in higher wattages, then the braking system is not good. When switching up to higher resistances via the menu, smooth running should still be guaranteed. By this we mean that there are no jerky resistances, but that the resistance is constant.

Handlebars:

The handlebars are one of the most important parts of a spinning bike because they need constant support from our hand as we pedal continuously. It should be so comfortable that it does not cause pain in our palm or wrist even after long-term exercise

Seat:

A comfortable seat is what we all look for in any product and that goes for indoor cycling bikes too. Seats should be adjustable and soft. 

Flywheel:

Flywheel mass is the extra weight that gives the pedals the right momentum during the reverse movement. For smooth running, the flywheel should be as large as possible. With exercise bikes, it usually moves between 6-10 kg, but a larger flywheel mass from 10 kg is better. Especially with health restrictions, a large flywheel mass is important.

Frequently asked questions about training with the exercise bike:

How much do I have to spend for a good exercise bike?

Exercise bikes are a good choice when it comes to improving your fitness level and staying healthy because they enable targeted training. Any person exercising for medical reasons or who is serious about exercising shouldn't rely on bargains and dig deeper into their wallets. Supposed bargains can be very practical, but often show compromises and mistakes in terms of concentricity and ergonomics, which you should avoid for efficient training. However, if the device is used regularly, the purchase is definitely worthwhile.

For whom is an exercise bike the right cardio machine?

In principle, an exercise bike is suitable for anyone who wants to keep fit and does not want to train too intensively. The training can take place regardless of the weather and, unlike in the gym, you can enjoy your privacy during the training. However, if you want to train more intensively and systematically, you should opt for an ergometer that can also measure performance in order to be able to control the training even better.

How long a day do you train on the exercise bike?

How long you should train per day depends on the respective training goal. We recommend at least 45-60 minutes to get the metabolism going. Beginners can start with 20 minutes and then gradually increase the duration. Interval programs increase the effectiveness of training.

How many calories do you burn on the exercise bike?

A moderate 30-minute workout on the exercise bike burns about 300 calories.

Which muscles are trained?

In addition to improving endurance, the muscles in the legs, thighs and buttocks are primarily used. Furthermore, the abdominal muscles and the back muscles are trained.

What flywheel mass should an exercise bike have?

The flywheel mass of an exercise bike should be at least 8 kg. In principle, the higher the flywheel mass, the smoother and smoother the movements.

Which is better - an exercise bike or a stepper?

Both machines primarily train the legs. The stepper put a little more focus on training the glutes. With the stepper, there are also the cross trainer and elliptical trainer variants, which also include the upper body muscles.

How does an exercise bike work and what does it do?

Before you collect information about different models and compare prices and quality from different manufacturers, you should ask yourself the following two questions, as with any sports and fitness equipment: Do I have enough space available where I can set up the device? And am I sufficiently motivated to use the device and its functions regularly? Each model has different characteristics and is usually designed for a specific muscle group. There are some designs that can be folded up after use and stowed away to save space. Others, on the other hand, cannot simply be accommodated in a space-saving manner and always take up unnecessary space or gather dust in the basement if they are not used regularly. 

When buying a high-quality gym bicycle, you should pay particular attention to the technical quality, the workmanship and the use of high-quality materials. It gives an initial indication of quality and safety, since technical and health-promoting aspects have been defined in the standard. In addition to the processing of the material, the standard also stipulates the accuracy of the load control and its control. There are three device classes within the standard: A, B and C. Class A is the highest device class within the standard. However, there are also some significant differences within a class. CE and TÜV seals are also important indicators of quality and safety.

Takeaway

If you want to buy an exercise bike you should consider various criteria. In addition to the flywheel mass listed below and the braking system, it should be checked whether the saddle and handlebars are also adjustable. The handlebars should be adjustable in such a way that, depending on the body size, an upright sitting position can be assumed. Good handlebars are shaped in such a way that there are different grip options. This allows you to relax your arms on the handlebars during training.

Furthermore, the exercise bike should have a GS or TÜV mark, as this is the only way to ensure that the equipment can be used on a daily basis without any risk to health. Furthermore, the exercise bike should be easy to use, since you have to recognize the most important functions at all times during training.

Last but not least, the price is of course an important purchase criterion. Most of the time, the cheaper exercise bikes are not as robust and durable. In addition, the cheap exercise bike cannot offer the same comfort when pedaling and it may make loud noises or even squeak when pedaling after a while. Exercise cycle price in UAE varies according to its features and brand value.

Here’s what you should keep in mind:

• An exercise bike is suitable for anyone who wants to keep fit and does not want to train too intensively.

• However, it is rather unsuitable for professional athletes and in the medical field, since no performance measurement can be carried out as with the ergometer

• Flywheel mass should be as large as possible for smooth running.

• The induction braking system is particularly quiet and much higher resistances are possible than with other braking systems.

• The home trainer should have a weight of at least 30 kg and a user weight of 130 kg.

• An exercise bike is often easy to store and can also be folded up on some models.

  
  

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