Am I still helping my body and losing weight? Should I continue to do it? I usually sweat pretty easily, but not on this bike. Then again, it's in my basement so it is a little colder.
Is it worth using an exercise bike if I don't sweat or feel tired after using it? Thanks.
2006-07-30 14:10:27 · 8 answers · asked by doubled254 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I'm not in bad shape, but it's not like I'm some awesome, in-shape athlete. I may just be good at biking, I don't know.
2006-07-30 14:14:31 · update #1
Yes you are...Still keeping yourself in shape
2006-07-30 14:14:20 · answer #1 · answered by lavito 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First have you tried raising the intensity of your work out. Is this a regular stationary bike with out any resistance force applications? If so it probably isn't the best for you. If it is then I recomend that you increase the resistance slowly untill you find yourself sweating.
The other thing is that if you have been doing this for a long time your body has a magnifacent way of adapting it's self to your conditions. If you do the same work out time after time your body will catch on and regulate it self to make that the norm. It's called homeostasis, That is where you body finds it norm of burning calories and absorbing them.
Basicly if you do the same exercise over and over your body will get used to it. Try changing it up. Try the stationary, boost it up then do a quick lap around the block. A brisk jog nothing to serious. Remember weights should also be introduced into the work out at least 2 to 3 times a week for 45 min to an hour. resistance training is what it is called and it helps to increase muscle mass.
Don't do heavy weights just mid range waits that you can handle 3 reps of 15. Variation is the key.
As for the sweating there is no reason why you shouldn't be sweatin if you are working out at top condition. haven't you ever gone hiking up a hill during the winter? noticed that you sweated that time. it can be 20 below and you will still sweat. its your internal body tempeture that makes you sweat. It doesn't matter how air conditioned the room is or how cold it is outside.
Just step it up, keep pushing yourself a little harder every day, and focus on besting your best.
2006-07-30 14:21:52 · answer #2 · answered by x0zx 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The whole idea to lose weight on the bike is to get your heart rate up and keep it there for a minimum of 30 minutes. You should be taking your heart rate to make sure you're doing this. Some people don't sweat easily like others, so taking your heart rate would be the best idea so you can monitor yourself.
Go to your search engine and type in "how do I take my heart rate" and you can find out how, hope this helps. I have a person in my class that doesn't sweat and everyone else is soaked!
2006-07-30 15:17:08 · answer #3 · answered by trainer53 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay, I know that I am nuts...but yes I have crocheted while on my exercise bike. It is quite simple, you need a pattern that is easy for you to do, something you do not need to look at. It also needs to be small. I like to do granny squares or mile-a-minute strips. It really helps to pass the time. I am a track coach and know the importance of exercise, but hate to be indoors. I find the exercise bike very boring and it really helps. I have figured out the faster I peddle, the faster I crochet! That is why it is best to keep it simple. Oh, by the way, mine is an upright bike. Now, if I could just figure out how to jog and crochet at the same time....
2016-03-16 09:00:27 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-20 02:08:27 · answer #5 · answered by Susan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no way. you have to sweat because thats what burns away the fat and gains you musle. make sure you dring a lot of water. alot... u should not work out with the air conditioner on because that does not help you at all. a fan is ok. also. you might want to buy vitamin water if u know what that is. get the energy type. trust me it helps you to the extrem. and my doctor says even if u drink it with out excerise. it does not hurt you. it helps you lose calories faster. and does not give you any musle pain like the burning pain.
2006-07-30 14:16:09 · answer #6 · answered by Rocker 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2017-02-09 00:39:21 · answer #7 · answered by anthonyt 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure. You are probably in great condition and boy does that air conditioning help
2006-07-30 14:13:15 · answer #8 · answered by tanya 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
anything that you do to exercise helps....it doesn't have to kill you in the process
2006-07-30 14:15:39 · answer #9 · answered by aphid87 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋