Out with the old and in with the new… no wait …. the airdyne has been around before and now IT’S BACK !
The airdyne is an exercise bike made by Schwinn and was originally released in 1978. If you look at the physical characteristics of the bike you will notice it looks like a bike with moving handles. It has a seat like normal bikes however instead of the peddles controlling the classic flywheel design, the peddles make the fan on the front of the bike rotate using air to create resistance. As well the airdynes feature handles which also rotate the fan making this a full body movement. If you look at your “globo” gym you probably won’t find one since they are old school and completely ROCK !
Airdynes are an AMAZING piece of equipment! They have many benefits over the standard treadmill or exercise bike.Some of the benefits of the airdyne are:
- Building Resistance – Unlike most cardiovascular machines the Airdyne’s resistance builds up as you go faster, and has no pre-set resistance. This is because the airdyne’s only form of resistance is air! This type of resistance is progressive.
- Builds Strength – The resistance of an airdyne is progressive, meaning (like mentioned above) the faster you go the harder it becomes. As well you are using both legs and upper body. Making this the one cardio machine that can actually build strength.
- Durability – This is due to their full steel frames. Yes they can be heavy but I guarantee it will last a longgg time!
- Rest For Your Feet – For people who do high amounts of running/sprinting throwing airdyne exercise into your training protocol will give your body rest from the excessive impacts from running. Making it much easier on your feet and joints. (Hopefully you have good running shoes and this is not normally a problem)
- Greater Energy Output – The combination of both the progressive resistance and full body movement makes your body burn more fuel or calories than a standard treadmill or exercise bike.
From a personal standpoint, the airdyne will kick your butt no matter how hard you train. There is always the option to do intervals to make it harder and to push yourself a little more !
If you are interested in one of these bad boys, check them out by clicking on the Rouge link on our website and searching Airdyne ( air assault bike) in the the search tab !