Spinning really is a fantastic cardio exercise that has so many benefits both internal and external that it’s hard to get them all into just one list! But is spinning twice a week a good frequency? Spinning twice a week is enough to experience the major benefits of indoor cycling to some degree. It provides …
If you’re looking for a good form of indoor cardio for your legs, then spinning is just about the best type of exercise you can find. Spinning helps tone all the muscles of the legs and surrounding areas, while also being extremely kind to joints such as the knee. Spinning boosts leg endurance and can …
I’ve heard many more petite people say they have problems finding spin bikes that fit them in their local gym, and I’ve also seen lots of threads on social media. Is it possible to be too short for a spinning bike? Most spin bikes can be accessed by people from 5 feet upwards. Pelotons, for …
I had to give it a go! I’ve always been a fan of spinning, but not really given it the full hog. Having now done it every day for the last 2 weeks, I have experienced many of the positive benefits of spinning. In this post, I’ll talk you through exactly what I think the …
If you want to look like Schwarzenegger at his peak then spinning is not going to get you there. However, if you’re looking for a form of cardio that also builds some muscle as a bonus, then spinning is exactly the thing you are looking for! I’ve tried spinning on and off for more than …
The number one part of your body that is going to transform the most through cycling indoors is…your legs. This is perhaps no massive surprise. I’ve been cycling on stationary bikes for over a decade now, and I know indoor cycling tones and builds leg muscle, improves leg endurance, and just keeps your lower body …
Is there a weight limit for Peloton bikes? Well, yes there is. A peloton bike can support up to 297 lbs of weight, and a Peloton Tread up to 300 lbs. People who weigh more than the indicated limit are recommended to explore other options. The peloton cycle’s handlebars can support up to 250 lbs …
There are lots of options these days to add a bit of movement into a sedentary office-based routine. And one of the most common of these is under desk cycles. But are they effective? There has been research done into the effectiveness of under-desk cycles, and the results have found that they are able to …
I was inspired to write this article after hearing a bit of a horror story! A woman who was seriously on the shorter side bought a Peloton bike only to find she couldn’t use it. It was too small! Peloton bikes have weight and height limits, so you must know how tall your bike will …
Have you ever thought about using an under-desk bike? If not, then you are missing out on a machine that is highly beneficial, as well as being a whole lot of fun. I tried out an under-desk bike for 7 days before writing this article. For the record, the one I used was the Desk …