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Exercise bikes - what to ask before you buy
8. Will I keep using the exercise bike?
Unless the exercise bike is exactly right for you, you are likely to lose interest. If it's noisy, or uncomfortable, or even a bit unstable, that is quite likely to be reason enough to stop.
Another reason people give up on exercise bikes is that it can be boring (unlike cycling on the street, where you get to see different things all the time). If this affects you, try an MP3 player, or a book stand so you can read a book, or use the exercise bike in front of the television or a movie. You need to enjoy using the exercise bike if you are to get any benefit from it. Start your exercise program for short stints and include some variety - change the speed or tension, and work up gradually to longer sessions and more strenuous workouts.
