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    Am trying to get a little in shape, looking at a hometrainer, on a budget so you know. I just wonder if there is anyone here able to advise me if this one "bike" is good enough to do some "get rid of belly" training. I like the one linked, if anyone has any experience with that one, please let me know if worth it.

    FitBike Ride 1 Hometrainer

    There's so many crappy ones out there, not cheap either, so. Any advise would be appreciated.

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    Personally use an Elliptical trainer and would never give it up. IMO it's the best cardio machine you just dont get the full body core workout on a petal bike. I burn 760 calories in just under an hour equaling about 5600 strides.

    I follow this channel he is really good.

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    Curious... why an exercise bike and not a road bike? A road bike will give you a much greater workout if getting fit is your goal.

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    Curious... why an exercise bike and not a road bike? A road bike will give you a much greater workout if getting fit is your goal.
    I hate bikes, that's basically the reason, I would prefer a rowing machine, but they are too expensive.

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    Default Re: Fitness bike advice?

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    Curious... why an exercise bike and not a road bike? A road bike will give you a much greater workout if getting fit is your goal.
    I hate bikes, that's basically the reason, I would prefer a rowing machine, but they are too expensive.
    I have a Nordi Track Free stride Trainer.

    It might be expensive for some people, but you do get what you pay for. I have bad knees and low back issues, and the Free Stride Trainer gives me a good workout with little pressure on my knees (no impact).

    Also, whenever using these training types of utilities - focus your mind on your stomach area and visualize your movements coming from there. (An old Karate technique.) This will help you get a good "core" workout.

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    Default Re: Fitness bike advice?

    Quote Posted by 9ideon (here)
    Am trying to get a little in shape, looking at a hometrainer, on a budget so you know. I just wonder if there is anyone here able to advise me if this one "bike" is good enough to do some "get rid of belly" training. I like the one linked, if anyone has any experience with that one, please let me know if worth it.

    FitBike Ride 1 Hometrainer

    There's so many crappy ones out there, not cheap either, so. Any advise would be appreciated.

    Look for a good used deal too! Many people buy things then they realize that it is not what they thought is was and don't use it!

    I am looking at a decent quality Trail Bicycle myself right now. I am seeing quality bikes (with some good suspension) quickly climb in price. I have been out of the bicycle world too long - there are a lot of options out there.

    Anyone wondering - I am over 60 years of age - fitness only stops when you decide to stop yourself.

    Look at Bill climbing mountains!! Geez!
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    Default Re: Fitness bike advice?

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    Quote Posted by 9ideon (here)
    Am trying to get a little in shape, looking at a hometrainer, on a budget so you know. I just wonder if there is anyone here able to advise me if this one "bike" is good enough to do some "get rid of belly" training. I like the one linked, if anyone has any experience with that one, please let me know if worth it.

    FitBike Ride 1 Hometrainer

    There's so many crappy ones out there, not cheap either, so. Any advise would be appreciated.

    Look for a good used deal too! Many people buy things then they realize that it is not what they thought is was and don't use it!

    I am looking at a decent quality Trail Bicycle myself right now. I am seeing quality bikes (with some good suspension) quickly climb in price. I have been out of the bicycle world too long - there are a lot of options out there.

    Anyone wondering - I am over 60 years of age - fitness only stops when you decide to stop yourself.

    Look at Bill climbing mountains!! Geez!
    Right on! I picked up my elliptical for $200 used. It costs $3200 new. Definitely look the deals are out there.

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