The PT put me on the recumbent bike to help rehab my scoped knee. I used a stationary at home. Seems like recumbent was easier on the back. Any preferences out there? Can you get just as good a workout on a recumbent bike? Looking for a new device. My stationary is ready for the junk pile.
Recumbent or Stationary?
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Wish I could. Running is a no-no. Pounding the pavement will only hasten the path toward an eventual knee replacement. Those of you with miniscus removal know what I'm talking about.
Think I'll just get an elliptical machine and call it a day.
Think I'll just get an elliptical machine and call it a day.
I too found the recumbent more comfortable. It may not burn calories like a spin bike does.. but I never quite feel comfortable on a spin bike, no matter how I adjust it.
And agree on running. Several people mention that, but running just isn't an option for a lot of people. My feet and arches are awful, I get to around 2 miles into a run and i'm in agonizaing pain. Personally, I don't think running is worth it. You can burn just as much calories and do just as good for your heart with other forms of cardio, that don't wreck your feet and knees.
Most stationary bikes require more knee range of motion to operate them which can be uncomfortable for some. And, of course, the seat is much more uncomfortable. It is more functional......and "can" have more compression forces through the knee which is often a good thing.
Recumbents have a much more comfortable seat and usually require less ROM. Patients usually can pedal longer because of the comfort. This may or may not be a good thing. It is less functional, but is still very beneficial.
As a side note, back in college I had a recumbent bike in front of my TV. The seat was comfortable enough that I could sit there for decent periods watching TV while doing at least some activity. Made for a good lazy workouts between my hard workouts.
Recumbents have a much more comfortable seat and usually require less ROM. Patients usually can pedal longer because of the comfort. This may or may not be a good thing. It is less functional, but is still very beneficial.
As a side note, back in college I had a recumbent bike in front of my TV. The seat was comfortable enough that I could sit there for decent periods watching TV while doing at least some activity. Made for a good lazy workouts between my hard workouts.
It's a good point. If you can get 10-20 more minutes on a recumbent, is that better, overall, than just 20 minutes on the Bowflex or Peloton?
It's why I think walking is so underrated. It's the lowest barrier of entry for any workout. The overall easiest way (imo) to burn 100 calories in a day? Go for a 20 minute walk.
100% accurate. When I used to personally train I would mention this. A lot of people can get their heart rate into the target zone by walking a treadmill on an incline. And as far as impact to the cardiovascular system and calorie burn, you are far better off walking on a inclined TM for 30-40 minutes as opposed to legging out a 8-10 minute mile and calling it a day.
