I have read through the majority of reviews but is anybody losing weight using this bike? If so, how much? How fast?
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Loosing / gaining is 2nd grade addition & subtraction. Burn off more calories than you take in and weight goes down- THAT SIMPLE ! People who complicate it are just in denial. All U need to know - Protein & carbs - 4 calories per gram, fat - 9 calories per gram. 28 grams in 1 OZ. Face it ... it's so simple a 6 yr old could get it. It does not require any specific diet or particular exercise. All your body knows is calories in VS calories out.
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Changing eating habits alone can cause weight loss. Exercise alone does not. Exercise can improve overall health and contribute to an overall feeling of well-being.
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Yes, I lost weight. But keep in mind your diet is just as important. Sugar, oils, fats, etc love to sit on your waist.
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Other exercise bikes help people lose weight by burning calories. However, this particular exercise bike doesn't work that way.
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According to DietPower 4.4 a stationary bike burns 167 Calories in 20 minutes with average exertion for a person of my body weight. I use it for 30 minutes a day and, in effect, it gives me extra calories to eat while still maintaining a caloric deficit so I can lose weight. I lost 6 lbs in 3 weeks. By the way, according to Consumer Reports, exercise is the one common denominator among people who maintained a large weight loss for 5 years or more. The successful losers used diverse methods to lose weight and different ways of eating to maintain their weight, BUT THEY ALL EXERCISED. People who don't exercise regain the weight. I recommend you view the YouTube video called "More than an apple a day: Preventing our most common diseases." In it you can learn how a low-fat, vegan diet can help you lose weight and greatly improve your health.
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Any regular exercise is going to help people lose weight, but it's not magical. Diet (healthy, low fat, etc.) is a must.
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I don't use RPM. I use one of 3 different DVDs by Cathe Friedrich where your workout is based on level of perceived exertion. I also use a heart rate monitor on my wrist to track calories burned and whether I'm in my target heart rate range or not. Personally, I could not be happier with this bike, but then again, I've never owned a spinning bike before. I feel like I get an awesome workout and also feel like this bike was a good deal for the price I paid. Hope you find what you're looking for.
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Me too, a spinal injury to L4 and L5 years ago and I find this VERY comfortable.I am also recouping from a stroke and find getting on and off this bike a bit of a challenge, but I can do it.This seems like a great bike after less than a week's use. I love it.
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I've rode mine as much as almost 30 miles. But I replaced my seat. So did my husband. I have had mine for 5 years plus and replaced it with a 12 inch wide seat....might look silly when my hiney ain't on it but oh so comfy. Got my husband a big 12 incher too. We are getting old and it's those skinny seats that hurt ya'. You can adjust the bike's height so I could ride mine many many more miles. They are smaller wheels but that doesn't seem to bother me at all or my husband.
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Actually so far just community park trails. But I'm 295# (one of the reasons I bought the bike, losing weight) and I love this bike. Suspension has worked fine, even with my size, though I did adjust it up right off. Having a few flats though .. thorns. Going to get a better tire for that issue.
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I actually have one generation back and mine is 21 pounds. The new one is 3 pounds heavier its something like 24 pounds. I have put around 4000 miles on my bike and the weather is just getting fired back up for more riding. So it will be getting much more. I added on a few accessories such as AeroBars (clip ons) and water bottles behind the seat post. I find thuis bike very comfortable to ride and have put many miles on it with zero complaints other then I am not fond of the shifters..
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It is a great workout! I love it. I have lost 50 pounds since Janurary mostly riding that bike and eating better.
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The machine alone isn't going to make you lose weight. It is a tool with eating properly and living a healthy lifestyle. Also, it depends on what you put into your workouts. If you don't push yourself while working out, then you won't have results. Yes, I did lose weight. I bought this machine for cross training with a treadmill and stationary bike. I feel stronger and have noticed strength improvements in daily life/activities as well.
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For me, i have to take it to the second floor everyday, so its a little heavy for me but not too much. I hope this will help you. For overall this bike is very good. I like it.
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Over it would be great I'm 5'10 245 pounds and it still moves extremely fast with me on it. Although I'd recommend changing kick rode and brake/ clutch handles... also pay attention to how hot the bike gets get a thermostat.
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Like any bike, you'll get used to the seat, I've had no problems riding mine for 30-60 minutes at a time and I weight over 300.. If that's not a solution for you, look up some gel seats.
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I definitely have! Slow and steady weight loss but in my eyes, that's the best kind. Easier to keep off. I haven't really changed the way I eat. I've had mine for about 6 months now and I try to pedal every weekday while I'm working. I've lost about 15 which is good for my 5'3 frame. I really only have about 10 more to go. I typically do about 20 miles a day at a level 4 or 5 (I started out at a 3 but have been doing 4 and 5 for a while now). 20 miles takes me around 75 minutes. LOVE LOVE LOVE this product! It's so smooth to ride. And if I'm really busy working I hardly even remember I'm pedaling :) I'm sure if you were more disciplined (eating wise) than me you may lose more. This is really the only exercise I do.
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Hey Will, just wondering if you bought this bike and successfully put 32's on the bike? I just saw my friends tires and 23's are way too skinny! Not to mention I'd bet you'd feel EVERY piece of dirt. I'd like to know before I commit.
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I also after thinking about it for a while, decided to order Zumba. I've heard so much about Zumba so i did some research and talk to a few people i knew, who went to some classes. and i also seen the result of them going and was really impressed with the transformation of the bodies. some loss 20 pounds some lost up to 65 pounds. all i know is that they look great and i'm ready to try it now. my goal is to lose 45 pounds by April 2012. wish me luck yall!!!!
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When I purchased the bike I weighed over 270 and it was very stable. Happy to say I've lost 73 pounds thanks to riding it:) The bad display lighting doesn't bother me. I can see it well enough.
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if i'm not mistaken,300 lbs call Schwinn @ 18006053369x4 EXCELLENT BIKE!!!! jUST IN----300lbs(Schwinn manual)
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Currently running at 123kg/273lbs (myself included) on my Kona Kikapu (it has a rear motor, battery pack.etc so it is a bit heavier than your average bike) , pumped to 50psi. Run a downhill tube in the rear too, have no issues riding almost everyday.