Stationary Bike
Quick answer
Stationary Bike is a beginner cardio exercise on the stationary bike that raises your heart rate.
Written by the GymStreak coaching team
Muscles worked
Primary
- Heart and lungs
How to do Stationary Bike
- 1
Begin by adjusting the seat height in such a way that when you pedal on a down stroke, your legs get fully extended without locking out the knee.
- 2
Sit on the machine and turn it on (some machines may require you to pedal to activate). Select an appropriate resistance setting, hold on to the handles and begin pedalling.
- 3
Continue for as long as is required.
Form cues
- Don't forget to stay hydrated throughout the exercise!.
- A seat too high could lead to pain the back of the knee.
- A seat too low could lead to pain the front of the knee.
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