So often people complain about not getting fit because they don’t want the hassle of joining a gym, or its too cold or its too late in the day. Well, I have to say that is exactly why indoor bike trainers appealed to me so much.
While cycling on an indoor bike trainer may not sound very adventurous and possibly even boring, one must consider the advantages indoor bike trainers offer. Aside from being ready to ride under any weather or temperature conditions, indoor bike trainers can play a key aspect of maintaining a cycling regimen for those who have to put away their road or mountain bikes for the winter months of the north, or the blistering summers of the deep south. Indoor bike trainers are also great for developing and maintaining cardiovascular fitness, and if utilized in conjunction with resistance or weight training, can also help improve muscle strength.
You may have also heard some cyclists cite that using an indoor bike trainer, or even bike rollers, proves to be more of a workout than they get riding outdoors. This idea definitely has merit in that while riding outdoors, one had the advantage of “rests” such as coasting down hills, or drafting other riders. This is not the case with indoor bike trainers and the cyclist usually has to rely on their own stamina to maintain constant RPM’s, which is not typical of outdoor riding. As well, on an indoor bike trainer you are not easily distracted with things that may slow you down, such as traffic or road conditions, or even obstacles while mountain bike riding that may require you dismount your bike.
Of course you always have the option to remove the boring factor of indoor bike trainers by watching cycling workout DVD’s that offer various interactive programs that range from aerobic workouts to workouts that help you train to ride a century, or sprint for triathlons. With today’s aftermarket and desire to get fit, your indoor bike trainer and interactive bike training DVD options are endless.
So what are you waiting for? Get fit now on your very own indoor bike trainer!