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10 Advantages of an Outdoor Stationary Bike

Road bicycle vs. Outdoor stationary bike

So you’ve made the decision - It's time to get fit. The bike is out of the shed, oiled, and ready to go! After a couple of miles into your ride, you come across a KOMPAN fitness area with an open outdoor stationary cardio bike. Do you continue cycling up the road or do you switch bikes?

First of all: What is an outdoor stationary bike? Both the road and fitness bikes are related in concept but differ in their overall design and purpose. They also shouldn't be looked at as rivals - they are complementary alternatives. The outdoor stationary bike has one single aim - to get you fit!

Read the white paper below to discover the benefits of the outdoor stationary bike.

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10 advantages of an outdoor stationary bike

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10 Advantages of exercising on an outdoor stationary bike

  1. There are no limitations caused by traffic, wind, or terrain.

  2. You'll have the ability to obtain a more efficient workout because the intensity of the exercise is controlled by you.

  3. You'll have the option between individually tailored exercise programs or digital classes.

  4. The onboard entertainment, videos, music, games, and news streaming makes time fly by.

  5. It’s safer, no vehicle has ever collided with a fitness bike.

  6. There’s no need for protective equipment like a helmet or jacket, train as you see fit.

  7. Supplementary equipment on site enables variety and greater all-around fitness.

  8. No investment or membership fees in a public space - it's as free as the air you breathe.

  9. You won’t fall off - No matter how fast you go, balance is not an issue.

  10. The only pumping you do is your legs - You won’t need a tire-puncture-repair-kit.

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