Looking for a low-impact cardio workout? Get a recumbent bike.

Exercise bikes afford a great home cardio workout that settles less strain on your seams than passing on a treadmill. Out of the different types of exercise bikes, recumbent bikes are best for fledglings, elderlies, or people who don’t want to positioned as much pressure or load on their joints.

What is a recumbent bicycle?

A recumbent bike is an exercise bike that postures you in a reclined formation while pedaling. Think of it kind of like a rowing machine, but your paw pedal instead of your limbs plucking back a cord. And unlike a conventional stationary bike, the pedals are in front of your form rather than underneath it. Because you are bending back, a recumbent motorcycle can feel a bit awkward before you master it. Read more …

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BEST FOR PROS

NordicTrack Commercial VR25

With plenty of bells and whistles, this recumbent bike is great for cycling veterans.

Positions of resistance: 26

Display: 7-inch HD touchscreen

$1,499 from NordicTrack

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BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK

Schwinn 270

With training programs and virtual footpaths, the Schwinn offers a lot while still remaining relatively cheap compared to the competition.

Levels of fight: 25

Display: Backlit LCD screen with panel

$649 from Amazon

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BEST FOR BEGINNERS

Stamina Recumbent Exercise Bike 1346

This bike isn’t more imagination, but has fairly pieces to make it effective.

Status of defiance: 8

Display: Small digital observer

$219.99 from Amazon

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MOST AFFORDABLE HIGH-END BIKE

NordicTrack Commercial VR21

A huge, affordable copy to the NordicTrack VR2 5.

Levels of opposition: 25

Display: 5-inch backlit parade

$802.37 from Amazon

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BEST SPACE-SAVING OPTION

Stamina InStride portable hertz

This small folding cycle works best for tiny residences or bureau use.

Positions of opposition: N/ A

Display: LCD monitor

$70 from Amazon

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