Exercise Bikes for Home

Discover the freedom of training in your own familiar environment with a home exercise bike. Whether you want to lose weight, improve your fitness, stay in shape, or do recovery training after an accident or surgery, with the right exercise bike you can achieve any personal fitness goal. Not everyone likes exercising when the weather is bad or in the dark, and sometimes the gym is simply not your place. A home exercise bike gives you the perfect solution. Train whenever it suits you, without leaving the house. It’s also a low-impact activity that reduces stress on your joints and helps improve your cardiovascular health.

How does a home exercise bike differ from a professional exercise bike?

Are you looking for a new home exercise bike? With us, you always have a wide choice. We offer both home and professional models. That’s why it’s good to compare the different machines during your search. A home exercise bike often has different functions and features compared to a professional exercise bike. Home models are used much less intensively. Therefore, they often have a different design and sometimes other functions.

Differences to consider include build quality and frame structure. Home bikes often have a lighter frame, making them easier to move. They may also offer different functions, options, training programs and resistance levels. The big advantage of a home bike is that they are often much cheaper than their professional counterparts. This may be due to differences in functions, options and construction.

What should you consider when buying a home exercise bike?

To make the best choice, there are several points to keep in mind during your search for a new exercise bike. It must meet your wishes and needs. Points to consider include:

• Adjustability of seat and handlebar: Important to always train in the correct posture to avoid injuries. Therefore, an adjustable (both vertical and horizontal) handlebar and seat are desirable.
• Flywheel weight: Nowadays, flywheel weight doesn’t matter as much. Modern technology achieves the same results.
• Step-through height: Getting on and off can sometimes be difficult if you are older or recovering. Therefore, step-through height is important. There are also special home bikes with low step-through.
• Resistance levels: Decide how you want to train. Do you only want to maintain your fitness or really push yourself? It’s useful to have different resistance levels.
• Console / display: With an easy-to-use console you can tailor your training even better. Track your heart rate, speed, time, etc. Some have larger displays with entertainment options.
• Weight and size: Do you want to store the bike after your workout? Then it’s convenient if it’s not too heavy. Generally, the heavier the machine, the sturdier the quality.
• Maximum user weight: Each exercise bike has a maximum user weight. Always check the specification.
• Brake system: Bikes are now equipped with magnetic or induction braking systems. Induction systems are also called ergometers and allow watt-controlled training.

What are the benefits of training at home with an exercise bike?

Do you want to improve your fitness at home? An exercise bike is one of the best machines to start with. You can train anytime, regardless of the weather. Other benefits include:

• Convenience and flexibility: Train whenever you want, no waiting, no travel time.
• Privacy: Comfortable training at home with full focus.
• Safe environment: Not a fan of the gym? Train comfortably at home.
• Low-impact: Suitable for all types of users.
• Variety: Different exercise bikes have different programs.
• Save in the long term: Often cheaper than a gym subscription, especially for multiple people at home.

Can you lose weight at home by training on an exercise bike?

You don’t buy a home exercise bike just like that. You’ve set goals and want to improve your health, feel fitter and more energetic, and be more active. Perhaps one of your goals is weight loss, and with an exercise bike that’s certainly possible. Exercise bikes are focused on cardio training, meaning calorie burning. For the best results, it’s also important to watch your diet. Regular cycling increases metabolism and burns calories. Many bikes have integrated programs to help you.

Both new and second-hand home exercise bikes

In our collection, you can find both new and second-hand home exercise bikes. New bikes offer you the advantage of the latest technology and the certainty that the equipment has never been used.

We also offer second-hand home bikes, often traded in by customers. They are significantly cheaper. Our technicians always inspect and test each bike thoroughly. Moving parts are carefully checked and replaced if necessary. A suitable warranty is included.

Need help choosing?

Do you want to buy a home exercise bike but don’t know which one suits your needs? We are happy to help. Tel: +31(0)413-256800, send an email, or visit our store in Volkel, Netherlands.