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Exercise bike at home
Pedal while you watch, whatever the weather.
- Moderateintensity
- ~490kcal per hour
- Mid costbudget
- Lowimpact
Is exercise bike at home right for you?
Pedal while you watch, whatever the weather. It is a moderate-intensity, low impact activity that you can do at home, on your own. Expect to burn around 490 calories an hour, based on a 70 kg person.
Anyone can start. Expect to spend up to about £50 a month.
Why try exercise bike at home
- Burns calories. At around 490 kcal an hour it can help with weight loss alongside a balanced diet.
- Improves fitness. It raises your heart rate and builds stamina.
- Kind to joints. Low impact makes it a good choice if running or jumping is uncomfortable.
How to start exercise bike at home
Ride for 20 minutes at a pace where you can still talk.
Get the basics: exercise bike. Borrow or hire before you buy.
Keep the first few sessions short and easy, and aim for two or three a week.
Warm up for five minutes first, build up gradually and stop if anything hurts.
A 4-week starter plan
| Week | Sessions | Minutes each | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 20 | Learn the basics and keep every session easy. |
| 2 | 3 | 25 | Repeat last week and add a little time. |
| 3 | 3 | 30 | Add a session or make one a bit harder. |
| 4 | 3 | 40 | Your longest week. Book or plan what comes next. |
This is general guidance, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or injury, check with your GP before you start.
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