What are the benefits of riding a stationary bike?

Question

What are the benefits of riding a stationary bike?

Answer 1

it is a fitness tool, like many others.  i use my trainer on days i can't get outside to ride for one reason or another.  in fact, my trainer sees more days than i put in actually riding if you factor in winter.  last night for example, my wife worked, i had the kids, so it was a night to ride the trainer.

i find the trainer is boring.  in that boredom, it isnt always effective.  i find i can spin along and my heartrate never goes above 120's if i dont push myself.  by using a heartrate monitor i ensure i am working.  last night, i held my HR at 175-180 for the last five minutes, so clearly you can work hard on a trainer if you push yourself.

it works your legs and cardiovascular.  combined with diet it can be an effective part of your fitness plan.

Answer 2

doing this you can strengthen your legs and stamina without even stepping out of the door;) also there is less risk of getting ploughed by a lorry/bus but you can still exercise your legs

Answer 3

Benefit, you can get on it any time, when you are tired you can just stop and you are home. Con, they don't help your bike handling skills any.

Big Benefits, no glass, no angry dogs, no cars or need to stop for traffic.