Bodymax B2 Exercise Bike - Black

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All the key components are adjustable, as you’d expect, and the compact design means it’ll take up minimal floor space. The LCD display monitors all the important information you need to keep an eye on. Yes it is a little basic, but you’ll have to pay much more for a full screen. For what you get, the Bodymax B2 has the key metrics covered. Adjustable resistance: You can easily adjust the resistance on this bike via the control knob, allowing you to gradually increase or decrease the intensity of your workouts. The bike also comes with a water bottle holder to keep you hydrated during your workout. This is a great feature, especially for those who like to work out for extended periods of time. Whether you go for the IC200 or another exercise bike, please don’t neglect the basics of a healthy workout. You should make sure that you do an effective warm-up before starting. Beginning with a short 5-10 minute warm-up at a comfortable pace before increasing the resistance and pace. Warming up gets your heart rate going and blood flowing to muscles. Don’t forget to cool down at the end of the workout. If you’ve spent the past little while spinning those pedals at a high intensity and then stop, blood pools in your muscles. This causes discomfort and muscle cramps, among other problems. Just as you started your exercise with 5-10 minutes of light exercise, finish off with another 5-10 minutes to get your body out of “workout” mode and into “recovery” mode.

Don’t worry about the build quality of the exercise bike. Our fitness review would be remiss if we didn’t mention that users can rest assured the bike is certified by the German TUV standards for safety and design. Every cyclist is guaranteed to get a high-quality exercise bike when they choose the Bodymax B2. The bike even comes with a handy water bottle holder so you stay hydrated during an intense workout. The Powerhouse Fitness warranty extension is your safety net against material, construction and production faults that occur after the manufacturer's warranty or guarantee has expired. The Bodymax B2 Indoor Cycle comes with a stunning new design and transport wheels. This is one bike that is sure to look good in any United Kingdom home gym. The wheels make it effortless to transport, too. The flywheel on this one comes in at 13KG, making for more intense workouts. It’s rare to run into an exercise bike with such a heavy flywheel. The high-end flywheel also means this bike can better accommodate different user weight and height. The three-piece crank and sturdy nature of the Bodymax means you’ll have a comfortable, steady workout at home. I found the bike to be quiet when on a solid (carpet over concrete) floor, and when moved upstairs onto a (carpeted) wooden floor, it remained quiet but with more of a low rumble as the vibrations travelled further.Compact size: The bike’s compact dimensions make it suitable for home workout spaces, saving you the need to make room for a larger piece of equipment. Our fitness review considers this bike to be a lightweight option, weighing in at 32KG. The recommended user weight is up to 100kgs. The impressive design stands out, especially against the “generic” standard JLL IC200. This version looks much more high-tech thanks to a silvery gray casing and casting on the seat and handlebars. At the time of writing this review, the specification talks about a limited offer on a free LCD monitor and heart rate function. This suggests that this common feature is not to be expected as standard. The free water bottle and bottle holder, on the other hand, are. Constructed with a steel frame, the Bodymax B2 Indoor Cycle offers good stability, a strong base and long-lasting durability. The strikes of yellow on the design look stylish too. The Bodymax B2 Indoor Cycle Exercise Bike is a high-quality, well-made piece of equipment that’s safe to use and sure to provide a great workout. It includes transfer wheels that enable you to move it about your house fast and easily.

Cast your eyes on those curves too. The curves of the rear stabilizing bar give the bike a wider footprint. The JLL IC200 stays firmly in place no matter how fast you pedal. Feel free to adjust the height and position of the saddle too. You can also adjust the handlebars and console position to suit your liking. Flywheel resistance bikes generally have a dial or knob you can use to switch between different levels of resistance. The more resistance, the harder it is to pedal, and the tougher the workout. Fan-Operated Exercise Bikes When riding a bike outdoors, your body pushes against the inertia generated by pedaling. Stationary bikes need to replicate the feeling somehow. Manufacturers use flywheels and fan resistance to generate resistance levels with a home exercise bike. Flywheel Resistance Some feel that this a little too heavy for regular transportation. Elsewhere, the specification mentions the use of foam on the handlebars, but not the padding on the seat. The maximum user weight gives a very good indication of how well-built an exercise bike is. Cheaper exercise bikes tend to have a fairly low max user weight as they are often made from thinner tubular steel. The Bodymax B2 Exercise Bike has a very good maximum user weight of 125 kg. This converts to just under 19.5 stone and is a good indicator that this is a very robust and sturdy spinning bike. Pros

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One small flaw comes from the LCD console used for the model. The console is a little more basic than other options, but it still has all the information you need such as calories burned. The good far outweighs the bad for this affordable exercise bike. Even Stationary Bikes Require Proper Fit The bike is also simple to put together because there are no difficult parts. A comprehensive user’s handbook is included, complete with warnings and graphics demonstrating how it should appear in each stage when properly installed. The bike’s handlebars and seat are each adjustable (horizontally and vertically). This allows you to adjust the seat and handlebars to your preferred position, providing comfort and reducing the risk of accidents caused by poor body alignment. Our warranty extensions allow you to carry on working out all-year round, protecting your equipment. As mentioned before, the exercise bike offers eight resistance levels. The 7kg flywheel is belt-driven for adjustable resistance. All you have to do is rotate the dial to choose the right resistance for you. The dial is within easy reach when working out. It’s positioned just under the console unit. The highest level of resistance is tough enough to feel like riding up a steep hill.