Indoor Exercise Bikes: All You Need To Know

Indoor exercise bikes are a staple part of many people’s at-home training routines. A stationary exercise bike can be a good choice for a cardio workout, regardless of whether you are a beginner who is just getting started with indoor cycling or if you’re more experienced but enjoy using an exercise bike with screen to follow along with classes or to add variety to your training programme.

At Echelon, our range of Smart Connect Bikes are suitable for all skill levels and all budgets. From exercise bikes for every body without a screen to an exercise bike with screen so you can follow along with one of our workouts at home, choosing the right Echelon fitness bike has never been easier.  

Whether you are looking to introduce a stationary exercise bike into your routine or if you are choosing between equipment, like an exercise bike vs treadmill, to spice up your workouts, we have something for all abilities and all budgets. 

What are indoor exercise bikes?

The home fitness industry has seen significant changes in recent years, predominantly driven by the COVID-19 pandemic which prompted an urgent shift from commercial gym workouts to home-based fitness programmes. This meant more people were using online platforms to follow along with gym classes and investing in home gym equipment, including indoor exercise bikes.

An indoor exercise bike is a type of stationary exercise bike used for indoor cycling vs outdoor cycling, which involves a different type of bike and may not be as suited to people with busy work schedules or poor weather conditions. They offer a low-impact exercise option for a variety of fitness levels and can be used for cardio workouts, weight loss, building lower body strength or in high-intensity interval training (HIIT).

Using indoor exercise bikes

Indoor exercise bikes, like Echelon’s Smart Connect Bikes, can be used in a workout area located in your home, meaning you no longer need to visit the gym to hit your physical activity goals.

It is important that you work on perfecting your indoor cycling form to ensure you get the best out of your workout. From ensuring you have good posture and the correct seat height to suitable foot positioning and engaging your core, perfecting your form means you will limit injury and feel the benefits of your workout.

Investing in a connected stationary bike can support the health and wellbeing of your entire household. An Echelon membership gives you access to hundreds of on-demand classes which can be followed by your family on a smartphone or through your exercise bike with screen, like the Sport-s 2 or EX-5s. 

Benefits of using indoor exercise bikes

Indoor cycling is an excellent way to hit your physical activity goals or to implement a weight loss strategy. There are already several benefits of cycling, but by adding an indoor exercise bike into the mix, indoor cycling becomes more convenient and accessible for the whole family.

Some benefits of adding indoor cycling into your fitness routine and choosing the right bike include: 

·      Cardiovascular benefits, like lower resting heart rate and blood pressure, increased aerobic capacity and thicker and stronger heart muscle

·      Muscular benefits, such as increased network of capillaries, greater mitochondrial density and fast-twitch fibre transition

·      Health and wellbeing benefits, including greater energy levels and immunity from illness, as well as improved mental health and wellbeing as a result of the release of endorphins after physical exercise

·      Lifestyle benefits, including the flexibility, accessibility and convenience of having an indoor exercise bike in your home gym, meaning you can work out at a time that suits you

From the best exercise bike workouts for beginners to spin cycling and cardiovascular health, choosing an indoor exercise bike with screen or without is a hugely beneficial addition to your workout routine. Regardless of which exercise route you choose, you can cycle your way to better mental health and physical health with one of Echelon’s indoor exercise bikes.

Fitness classes on Echelon 

An Echelon membership comes as standard when you purchase one of our Smart Connect Bikes and a monthly payment gives you 24/7 access to hundreds of immersive live and on-demand classes which you can take part in from the comfort of your home gym.

Our classes are suitable for all difficulty levels and can fit to every schedule, and they can be accessed through your exercise bike with screen or the Echelon Fit App on a smart device. By getting to know our Connect Bike classes, you can discover the range of options available to you with an Echelon membership. 

From warm up and cool down rides to beginner and power rides, we offer something for everyone. Whether you are using physical exercise for mental strength or if you are a new mum ready to begin easing back into fitness postpartum, Echelon’s indoor exercise bikes can support you through your fitness journey.