Introduction to Indoor Cycling


This exercise was originally developed by Canadian professional rider Jonny G to help train professional cyclists when the weather was too rough outdoors. Now it is a regular feature at Fitness studios and gyms. It is usually done with a group of people in an indoor Cycling class that features great music, directions from the instructors and the sound of the spinning bikes.


Indoor Cycling exercise targets specific muscles in your body. It works the quadriceps, hamstrings, hips, calves and even the abs. It really helps your body to burn calories so it is excellent as a weight loss exercise. It also helps to give your body a great cardio workout, strengthen your muscles and increase endurance levels. In an Indoor Cycling class dehidratation is much bigger than a common road bike riding, so make sure to take your water bottle along.


This technology used in a typical Indoor Cycling class incorporates cycling training with an instructor and sound training principles into a 40 minute workout. The bike that is used has bull-horn handlebars and users need to learn the proper holding and posture techniques to avoid muscle fatigue. The handlebars have fixed racing gears, pedals with clips and an adjustable seat.
There is a resistance knob so that you can increase the intensity of the workout. The class consists of simulated outdoor cycling experiences, such as climbing steep hills or through rolling valleys. The users adjust the knob on the bike according to the instructions. If heart rate monitors are worn during the workout it will help the participants know how hard they are working. Such a workout gives you all the benefits of an aerobic workout.
 

 

all type of benefits to Indoor Cycling

  • Burns 500 calories an hour
  • Low Impact cardio
  • Exercise to music in a fun environment
  • Enjoy the qualities of cycling away from hot summer or cold winter days
  • Enjoy the qualities of cycling away from road pollution and dangerous traffic
  • Work at your own pace in mixed level classes
  • Improve road cycling technique and endurance
  • Increase bone density
  • Improves cholesterol and triglyceride levels
  • Decrease risk of heart disease
  • Stronger heart and lungs
  • Increase energy levels
  • Better sleep
  • Delivers a sense of accomplishment after completing a class
  • Increased muscle strength, particularly of the abdominal muscles, hips, quads and buttocks.