Recumbant Exercise Bike

[Loretta]

Hello group, I have been getting any exercise and now my
weight loss is slowing down. I am thinking about getting
me a recumbant bike for exercise. I need advise on whether
you think this would be plausible for me because of my
heavy weight
(329)? Any pros/cons about recumbant bikes?

Thanks, Loretta Started Atkins 8/7/02
329/1/1......Total weight loss.....54 lbs. January, Began 334
- Goal 329 - Actual Lost 5
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[Reb]

"Loretta" <lorettad7@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:KjadnYjxMfCCdrejXTWcoQ@comcast.com...
> I am thinking about getting me a recumbant bike for
> exercise. I need
advise on
> whether you think this would be plausible for me because of
> my heavy
weight
> (329)? Any pros/cons about recumbant bikes?

I don't have a recumbent exercise bike, but I do have a
regular recumbent bike, and I absolutely love it. Wish I'd
gotten one years ago. The seat is so comfortable, and I think
the pedal angle is kinder on the knees. If you get one with a
full seatback, it's also easier on your back.

Try to take a lengthy "test drive" on any bike (exercise or
regular) you get. Or at least buy it from a store with a good
return policy, in case you decide it's not right for you.

Reb

[Roger Zoul]

Loretta wrote:
:: Hello group, I have been getting any exercise and now my
:: weight loss is slowing down. I am thinking about getting me
:: a recumbant bike for exercise. I need advise on whether you
:: think this would be plausible for me because of my heavy
:: weight (329)? Any pros/cons about recumbant bikes?

Based on my experience, I'd say go for it as far as weight is
concerned. I used to weight 367 and had no problems riding a
regular stationary bike. Recumbents (I assume you mean
stationary) are even easier on the butt, but I do find that I
feel a little bit uncomfortable on them because my stomach
gets in the way more on them than on a regular bike -- because
of where your legs go. I would suggest you try to find one say
at a bike shop before you purchase.

[Dan Thomas]

Yes, I ride a recumbent stationary and have spent over 2 hours
on it pedaling away. I find it to be very comfortable. You may
want to buy one of the better makes such as a Precor. I have
had to replace a few things on mine in the 2 1/2 years I have
owned it. If you want an inexpensive one, you can buy the one
that I have from Sports Authority or online:

http://www.epinions.com/sprt-All-Exercise_Equipment-Edge_490_-
PR_Recumbent_Bike_EXB01606

And here are some other choices, some with reviews

http://www.epinions.com/sprt-All-Exercise_Equipment-Statio-
nary_Bikes

While you are at it, if you don't have anything to amuse you
while pedaling, you might want to buy a small television and
maybe a VCR and watch a movie while pedaling.

Good luck! Dan

Loretta wrote:
>
> Hello group, I have been getting any exercise and now my
> weight loss is slowing down. I am thinking about getting
> me a recumbant bike for exercise. I need advise on whether
> you think this would be plausible for me because of my
> heavy weight
> (329)? Any pros/cons about recumbant bikes?
>
> Thanks, Loretta Started Atkins 8/7/02
> 383/329/160......Total weight loss.....54 lbs. January,
> Began 334 - Goal 329 - Actual Lost 5
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