Schwinn Airdyne Exercise Bike Review   by Alan Javier

in Health / Fitness    (submitted 2011-08-10)

People who wish to buy an exercise machine for home use often choose to get a stationary bike. This is indeed a good choice, since this type of exercise machine is more affordable than other machines, while still being very versatile. But, the wide variety of choices might confuse you a bit when you go shopping for a stationary bike that best suits your needs. To help you make that choice, this article will review the Schwinn Airdyne exercise bike, which is one of the most popular models among fitness enthusiasts worldwide.

Top Of The Range - But Is It Worth It?

The Schwinn Airdyne is considered as a very smart machine. It is equipped with exponential wind resistance system, which means that the level of resistance becomes higher when you push on the pedals harder. This makes the bike ideal for both the novice exerciser and the elite athlete. The flywheel of this machine also provides you with smooth resistance and cools you while you work out. This patented resistance technology makes this model ideal both for fitness and rehabilitative purposes.

Main Features

The Schwinn Airdyne also boasts of a dual-action design that gives you the option of either doing full-body workouts or exercising your upper and lower body separately. The full-body workout is made possible by the fact that the handles of this bike are linked to its pedals. You have the option of gripping these handles either with an underhand or overhand grip. Plus, if you grip it a bit further down, you can hold it the way you would hold the handle of a ski pole. Alternating between full-body workouts and separate arm and leg workouts is an excellent way of preventing your workout sessions from getting boring.

About The On Board Computer

Furthermore, the built-in computer of this model provides you with immediate feedback as regards your workout progress. Its LCD screen displays pertinent details such as the distance, time, RPMs, resistance level, and number of calories burned. And all of these details are arranged such that the display is very easy to read. You can even program the computer to simulate several different elevations. This bike also features a drive train that meets the same tough requirements normally set for road bikes. The sealed cartridge bearings help ensure that you get a smooth ride and that the machine is both reliable and durable. Furthermore, the Schwinn Airdyne has transport wheels that make it easy to move across just about any flat surface.

It comes as no wonder, then, that this exercise bike was touted as being the most efficient of all cardio workout machines in the second Aerobics book of Kenneth Cooper. Not only does it effectively allow you to do full-body workouts, but it does so without putting too much pressure on your joints. Take note that this stationary bike model first came out in the year 1977. This means that it has remained popular even after more than thirty years! And it has achieved that amazing feat without any major changes in the original design. The reason for this may be the fact that the Schwinn Airdyne is built to last. In fact, you can ride the bike as hard and as often as you want, and it will still be stable even after years of use. Another advantage of this bike is that you can lock its flywheel in place if you plan to move it to another location, and moving it is very easy; you just have to get hold of its back end and then roll it to your preferred location.

Drawbacks

Now, you might be wondering what the drawbacks to this machine are, if any. Well, one thing the manufacturer may have overlooked is that the Schwinn Airdyne does not have any water bottle holder. It is important for you to keep hydrated while you work out, so a bottle holder would definitely be a plus. You can choose to fashion your own holder and attach it to the bike if you want. Another significant drawback is the noise that comes from the airflow. The noise means you cannot watch your favourite TV show while exercising.

Verdict

In general, though, this exercise bike is a very good choice for people who want intense home workouts and do not mind some noise while exercising. The money you spend in buying this bike is definitely money well spent. After all, this model practically lasts forever. So, if you are planning to get cardio equipment for home use and can only afford to buy one at this time, the Schwinn Airdyne is definitely an excellent choice.

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