What's better..?
Discussion
I am considering either getting an exercise bike or a running machine, but not sure what would be more "useful for me.
An exercise bike is smaller so can sit infront of the TV and pedal away.
Running machine - well would be walking for the most part as I am so unfit and its a lot bigger.
Whats the best out of the two to get me fiter..? ie, most calories/fat burnt per hour..?
Cheers
Claire
An exercise bike is smaller so can sit infront of the TV and pedal away.
Running machine - well would be walking for the most part as I am so unfit and its a lot bigger.
Whats the best out of the two to get me fiter..? ie, most calories/fat burnt per hour..?
Cheers
Claire
An excersise bke ill likley never get you fit using it the way you suggest, but I would imagine will burn more fat, and more importantly you would use it more often I would guess.
There is probably nothing better than running for all round improvement to the body and respartory system, but most people prefer the results to come as easy as possible. and it don't get much easier than cycling in front of the TV.
There is probably nothing better than running for all round improvement to the body and respartory system, but most people prefer the results to come as easy as possible. and it don't get much easier than cycling in front of the TV.
Running will burn more calories - more fat loss. However, running for 5 mins then collapsing wont burn as much as a slow bike for 30 mins so it depends on your current state. Also, if you are large running is not good for your knees/back.
Working out which of any two exercises burns most calories is easy...whcih is harder.
Working out which of any two exercises burns most calories is easy...whcih is harder.
Why not walk and/or run outside. It's free.
I use an indoor bike when the weather is too cold/icy to run/cyle outside, or as a warm up before going out for a run. Nothing beats exercising outside in the fresh air.
The bike will be easier on knees/feet etc so I would go with that. Then you have the option to walk/run outside. Best of both worlds.
I use an indoor bike when the weather is too cold/icy to run/cyle outside, or as a warm up before going out for a run. Nothing beats exercising outside in the fresh air.
The bike will be easier on knees/feet etc so I would go with that. Then you have the option to walk/run outside. Best of both worlds.
I am very, very unfit. Last time I did any proper exercise was at school...over 20 years ago.
Wouldn't say I am big just not small *sigh*
I would love to run outside but here in Tripoli its a no no...pavements are treated as roads and they aren't in the best state plus I would get far too much attention, even if I was wearing long trackkie bottoms. Its just for my own safety as I don't live in a compound...so its indoor exercise only.
I couldn't run for last orders...never mind for more than a few mins so maybe an exercise bike is best and then build up to a running machine. Need to also get hold of some exercise DVD's to complement it.
Claire
Wouldn't say I am big just not small *sigh*
I would love to run outside but here in Tripoli its a no no...pavements are treated as roads and they aren't in the best state plus I would get far too much attention, even if I was wearing long trackkie bottoms. Its just for my own safety as I don't live in a compound...so its indoor exercise only.
I couldn't run for last orders...never mind for more than a few mins so maybe an exercise bike is best and then build up to a running machine. Need to also get hold of some exercise DVD's to complement it.
Claire
Gaffer said:
Even for those that are horrifically unfit..?
I don't want to be dead after 2 mins...I need something that will burn calories/fat and build up my fitness.
As I said, I havent done any exercise since I was at school - far too many years ago.
Ah, didn't read the thread properly, so didn't realise running/cycling was impractical.I don't want to be dead after 2 mins...I need something that will burn calories/fat and build up my fitness.
As I said, I havent done any exercise since I was at school - far too many years ago.
Whatever machine you use, start slow, get warm and then crank the pace up.
A rowing machine is a great crosstrainer and is a good non impact form of exercise.
Another great piece of kit is the humble skipping rope. Just bought one of these in Lidl for £3.99
Edited by pacman1 on Sunday 7th February 14:44
pacman1 said:
Neither. Go and pound the pavement and buy a bike.
But get a rowing machine. hth.
I bought a rowing machine one year, very expensive clothes hanger and then it broke. But get a rowing machine. hth.
To the OP. Start walking, any car journey less than 2-3 miles walk it, buy a cheap bike if the roads are too dangerous for running on.
Jshell - yea, I am still suffering from Concussion sustained on Friday night from a very nasty car crash...so there is no way I would walk or cycle anywhere in Tripoli.
Plus being female....*ugh* the comments...I have to keep my hands in my pockets as I am likely to wallop someone.
So exercise bike or rowing machine...I still have no idea
Claire
Plus being female....*ugh* the comments...I have to keep my hands in my pockets as I am likely to wallop someone.
So exercise bike or rowing machine...I still have no idea
Claire
Any local gyms or retailers where you could try both and see which you prefer?
Rowing machine is better for a whole body workout. Bike just legs/bum. Either are suitable for weight loss. I find it easy to do an hour on the bike when I am watching a dvd or recorded programme.
If all else fails the bike would make a better clothes horse.
Rowing machine is better for a whole body workout. Bike just legs/bum. Either are suitable for weight loss. I find it easy to do an hour on the bike when I am watching a dvd or recorded programme.
If all else fails the bike would make a better clothes horse.
jshell said:
BoRED S2upid said:
To the OP. Start walking, any car journey less than 2-3 miles walk it, buy a cheap bike if the roads are too dangerous for running on.
RTFT! He lives in Tripoli...I imagine it would be like me cycling here in Lagos
Gaffer said:
Jshell - yea, I am still suffering from Concussion sustained on Friday night from a very nasty car crash...so there is no way I would walk or cycle anywhere in Tripoli.
Plus being female....*ugh* the comments...I have to keep my hands in my pockets as I am likely to wallop someone.
So exercise bike or rowing machine...I still have no idea
Claire
Hope you're feeling better soon! I try not to thinks of the consequences of a bad crash here...just horrific!Plus being female....*ugh* the comments...I have to keep my hands in my pockets as I am likely to wallop someone.
So exercise bike or rowing machine...I still have no idea
Claire
If yer a 'girlie', I'd say get the bike. You won't be too bothered about developing 'good' shoulders, so the bike should be good for weight loss! Less floorspace too!
I see teh white girls get some amount of grief here, can imagine Tripoli is just as bad/worse!!!
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