|
You must be a registered and logged in user to subscribe to a topic.
| Posted By |
Message |
queensgal
Smile
Member since 4/09 3287 total posts
Name:
|
Recumbant Bikes
Whats the deal with these bikes - do they burn more calories than regular bikes? Or are they just more comfortable? Or does it just work different muscles?
|
Posted 1/8/10 10:41 PM  |
| |
|
Long Island Weddings
Long Island's Largest Bridal Resource |
drpepper318
MIR MIR MIR!
Member since 6/07 8274 total posts
Name:
me
|
Re: Recumbant Bikes
I love the recumbant bike! It doesn't hurt my butt like the regular upright bikes do! 
I think it probably does work different muscles since you're in a different position. I think it can burn as many calories as the other bikes, if you put the resistance up and pedal fast. I break quite a sweat on that thing!
|
| Posted 1/9/10 1:12 AM |
| |
|
CoachC
LIF Infant
Member since 8/08 275 total posts
Name:
Kerri
|
Re: Recumbant Bikes
The burn less calories than a regular bike because you are not holding yourself up, so less muscles are engaged.
They are designed to give you more lower back support and are easier on your knees. You can burn a good amount of calories on them, but not as much as other cardio equipment.
|
| Posted 1/9/10 8:23 AM |
| |
|
queensgal
Smile
Member since 4/09 3287 total posts
Name:
|
Re: Recumbant Bikes
Thanks!
I am trying to get back into shape and have used the bike to extend my workout time. The regular bikes hurt my crotch 
|
| Posted 1/9/10 7:00 PM |
| |
|
Potentially Related Topics:
Currently 196178 users on the LIFamilies.com Chat
|
