Exercise bike
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2024-08-30 14:17:58
Exercise bike
Exercise bike
A fitness bike, also known as a "power bike" in the field of sports science, is an aerobic fitness equipment that simulates outdoor exercise and is also known as cardiovascular training equipment. It mainly promotes cardiovascular exercise, accelerates metabolism, enhances heart and lung function, and improves the body's physical fitness through prolonged and moderate intensity of physical activity. Fitness bikes can be classified according to different standards, and the following are some of the main types and classification methods， sports fitness :
1. Classify according to riding posture
Vertical exercise bike: This type of exercise bike is closer to a regular bicycle, with a relatively free range of physical activity when pedaling. It can be pedaled in a sitting or standing position, making it easier for lower limb muscles to exert force and allowing for a greater range of changes in exercise intensity.
Backbacked (horizontal) exercise bike: This type of exercise bike has a backrest and pedals in the front, and its movement is similar to the pedaling rowing posture. It is suitable for people who are older or have poor heart and back function, as adjusting exercise intensity can promote cardiovascular expansion and enhance heart and lung function.
2. Classification based on resistance adjustment methods
Popular fitness bikes: including various types such as round tube, square tube, handle fixed, friction resistance, etc. Generally, chain transmission is used, and the riding resistance is infinitely adjustable by a rotary loader. The riding speed and mileage can be displayed intuitively through mechanical or electronic instruments, and the timing and announcement of the exercise can be set freely by the operator.
Dynamometer fitness bike: In addition to its universal functions, it also has the ability to test the output power and resistance torque of cycling, as well as the effective conversion function of calorie energy, which can help fitness enthusiasts master the balance of daily energy intake and output.
Programmable Reluctance Fitness Bike: This is a product of mechatronics integration, which replaces the chain drive of a typical fitness bike with a synchronous belt drive, and changes the resistance source of mechanical friction to a magnetic resistance source. The control instrument adopts a large screen digital display program control system, which has multiple functions such as sports load programming, time/heart rate preset, mileage/speed/frequency display, etc. This fitness bike has low noise, comprehensive functions, clear and accurate digital display, and comfortable riding.
Electromagnetic controlled fitness bike: The principle is similar to that of a magnetic controlled fitness bike, but the original manual knob adjustment has been replaced with a cable motor to control the distance resistance between the magnet and the flywheel to adjust the resistance. Due to the emergence of motors and computer programs, the resistance adjustment stages of electromagnetic controlled fitness bikes can be more subtle, and the set program allows for automatic changes in resistance during exercise, forming a program that simulates natural environments such as mountain climbing, mountains, and intervals, suitable for higher-level users.
Self generating fitness bike: This is a new type of green, environmentally friendly, energy-saving, low-carbon, and pollution-free new energy product. Its main feature is that the transmission system of the fitness bike is equipped with a speed increasing mechanism and a power generation device, which can convert the physical energy consumed by people during exercise into electrical energy and store it in the fitness bike. When electricity is needed, it can be automatically inverted to 220V AC power, or it can generate electricity while exercising and directly supply power.
3. Classify according to additional functions
Sports image simulation type bicycle: This is also a product of mechatronics integration, which may enhance users' sports experience by simulating real riding environments or providing additional functions such as video tutorials.
4. Other classification methods
In addition to the above classification methods, fitness bikes can also be classified based on various factors such as brand, price, and target audience.
In short, as an aerobic fitness equipment, fitness bikes have diversity and flexibility in design and function to meet the fitness needs of different groups of people.
