With spring arriving and the weather being all wet and damp, it's hard to get out and exercise. But if you still want to enjoy a gym-like fitness experience at home, then a home exercise bike is just what you need. There are lots of choices on the market. Exercise bikes are divided into four types: upright, recumbent, folding and flywheel. Each has different functions to satisfy different needs. If you want to find out more about exercise bikes, check out this FORTRESS guide that we’ve prepared for you!

If the equipment needs to be shared among family members, it is best to consider the following tips before you buy.

1. Different mode settings:

As mentioned in the table above, different types of exercise bikes are suitable for different people. If the user hasn’t exercised for a while or is physically weak, it is advisable to consider an exercise bike with different exercise modes and settings so that the user can change settings according to their needs and their fitness level.

2. Resistance settings

Most exercise bikes are equipped with adjustable resistance settings. By changing the settings, users can change the intensity of their workout to meet their own exercise needs and fitness goals.

3. Adjustable seat

Some exercise bikes have a fixed seat design. If users of different builds need to use the same bike, consider a model that allows different seat adjustments both up and down and forward and back. By adjusting the position of the seat, each user can get the best exercise and avoid muscle strains.

4. Load-bearing capacity

If the weight of different users varies greatly, check the weight-bearing capacity of the exercise bike to avoid the chance of injury.

Still not sure which exercise bike to get? Here are some of the most popular features you should consider. Get a bike that fits your lifestyle for a more effective and comfortable workout.