what’s so special about an air bike?
There are a variety of different types of exercise bikes available. You can choose between recumbent bikes, upright bikes, spin bikes, and…air bikes? But, what’s so special about an air bike?
First, any bicycle-based exercise is a good option for people who are unable to perform other forms of aerobic exercise (such as running on a treadmill or using an elliptical machine). For example, if you have a sprained ankle or quadriceps or hip flexor strain, an air bike is a good option for a safe workout. This is a great rehabilitation tool because it can provide safe exercise without having an impact. It also allows the injured area to move and provides blood to the area to aid recovery.
In terms of conditioning, the air bike is the perfect tool for interval training such as HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). Unlike other types of stationary bikes with fixed handlebars, the handlebars of the hoverbike move in response to your stomping motion, so you can get a full upper body workout while working your legs.
Other exercise bikes may use flywheel weights and resistance brakes to add resistance to the workout. Air bikes use wind resistance through big fans -- so the harder you work, the more resistance you feel. It's very linear and easy to use! You also get a cooling effect from the air passing through the fan -- helping you stay cool during your workout -- which is especially important in Arizona!
Top benefits of an air bike:
Low-impact, total-body workout – An air bike gets your arms in the action for better conditioning and calorie burning, all without any jarring impact to the joints.
Infinite intensity and resistance – Unlike other types of exercise bikes, an air bike provies the advantage of unlimited wind resistance to customize every stage of your workout.