Exercise Bike - sports equipment that simulates cycling. Classes at velostanke help lose weight, strengthen the heart muscle and respiratory systems, muscles of the lower body, trained endurance.
Content:
- Pros and cons of the magnetic exercise bike
- Device
- Kinds
- How to select magnetic exercise bike
- Exploitation
- malfunctions
Pros and cons of the magnetic exercise bike
Exercise bikes magnetic brake system, compared to the belt and shoe analogs have the following advantages:
- uniform course;
- noiseless operation;
- precision adjustment;
- durability;
- ergonomics;
- reliability.
The disadvantages of magnetic velostankov carry a high price and considerable costs of repair simulator in the event of failure.
Device
Velostanok consists of the following assemblies:
- a support frame;
- flywheel;
- drive unit;
- pedal;
- saddle;
- wheel;
- braking system;
- Control block.
Structure magnetic bicycle simulator comprises two permanent magnets which are located inside or outside of the flywheel near it. Creating a load on the pedal occurs as a result of gravity flywheel magnetic field.
Magnetic actuator provides smooth load, the intensity of the magnetic field depending on the model of the simulator user adjustable mechanical or automatic means.
Kinds
Magnetic velotrenazhery manually adjustable
Magnetic velostanki mechanical load regulation for study at home.
The operating principle of the bicycle with manual magnetic braking system - when turning the knob, responsible for the intensity of the load, the permanent magnets change their location relative to the flywheel wheel.
Reducing or increasing the distance between the flywheel and the magnets causes a change in resistance forces caused by the magnetic field.
The advantages of mechanical control:
- does not require connection to the mains;
- ease of use.
Disadvantages:
- relatively low resistance (active component influences the flywheel mass);
- the need to interrupt the training load changes;
- the inability to accurately adjust.
Velostanki electronically controlled
The operating principle of the magnetic simulator electronically controlled close to manual control. The difference in the presence of the actuator, which changes the arrangement of permanent magnets relative to the flywheel in an automatic mode without the athlete.
To change the user to load, just press the desired button on the console.
Trainers with automatic adjustment of the magnetic resistance provide several levels of loading and integrated training programs.
Advantages of the automatic control:
- there is no need to interrupt classes for load changes;
- suitable for professional use;
- a variety of training programs;
- efficiency.
Disadvantages:
- the need to connect from the mains;
- expensive cost.
How to select magnetic exercise bike
When choosing a bike should pay attention to design features sports equipment, weighty selection criteria are:
- the location of the seat;
- Flywheel weight;
- Edge user weight;
- type pulse measuring sensor;
- on-board computer;
- ergonomics;
- weight of the machine.
Location saddle
In the market of sports equipment velostanki presented with a horizontal and vertical arrangement of seats, as well as hybrid models.
Magnetic velotrenazhery vertical seat located closer in design to the traditional bike provide intensive load.
Ergonomic seat has a high land, is located in front of the steering wheel, while driving on the simulator sportsman torso is tilted forward. The seat and handlebars act as reference points.
Another advantage of the simulator with a vertical seating position - compact size.
Horizontal velostanki equipped with a special chair. Used for both sports and in rehabilitation purposes. Driving simulator of this type eliminates the burden on the waist.
Chair with backrest acts as a support point. In addition to the seat configuration, a distinctive feature of the bicycle - pedals location not under the saddle and under the steering wheel.
The hybrid bike - machine with a saddle equipped with a special mechanism which allows the positioning chair both vertically and horizontally.
the machine user during a workout can take the position of "sitting" or "reclining". The advantage is the versatility of the hybrid Cardio, minus - cumbersome design.
flywheel weight
Flywheel - the bicycle element configured as a disk and is responsible for the creation of resistance when pedaling. Of the weight of the flywheel directly to the smooth progress of depend. The heavier the flywheel, the better.
When choosing sports equipment with a magnetic braking system is important to consider the ratio of the weight of the flywheel to the number of load levels. Magnetic simulators provide 8 or 16 degrees of load.
For an eight machine rational flywheel weight 6-7 kg for a simulator 16 with load levels not less than 7 kg.
Edge user weight
This criterion is particularly important for people with a high body mass. Failure to comply with the ratio of boundary load simulator and weights athlete lead us to limit the term of sports equipment.
On the sports equipment market there are three categories velostankov:
1 category - simulators designed for home use, load capacity up to 100 kg;
Category 2 -poluprofessionalnye model, a boundary load in the range of 100-130 kg;
3-professional category bikes, the allowable user weight is 150 kg.
Type pulse measuring sensor
For cardio pulse rate - an important point. In current models bikes kardiotelemetriya conducted through the following types of sensors:
- clip detector;
- a wireless transmitter;
- built-in sensor.
The sensor clip attached to the earlobe. The sensor structure includes an emitter which serves as the LED and receiver - photodiode. Principle clip sensor is based on changes in light transmission ear lobe tissue of blood pulsation.
The display of the onboard computer displays the averages over time. Wireless sensor transmits a pulse parameters on board computer remotely attached to the body of the athlete.
Built-in sensor - comfortable method kardiotelemetrii with minimum measurement error. The sensors are built into the handle of the simulator, the heart rate monitor takes readings from the user's hands.
On-board computer
Onboard computer optimizes the cardio. Velostankov low-end models are equipped with electronics that outputs standard indicators on the computer display:
- while exercising;
- distance traveled;
- speed;
- energy expenditure (kcal);
- pulse;
- the number of revolutions of the pedals.
In the arsenal of expensive models of advanced computers, which in addition to the standard data set provide functions:
- zhiroanalizator,
- fitness assessment,
- skanrezhim,
- built-in training programs,
- feature that allows you to develop custom programs,
ergonomics
When choosing velostanka important to pay attention to such factors as: the functionality of the seat and the option "adjustable steering wheel".
Classes on a stationary bike in the middle of the last 30 to 60 minutes, so a comfortable fit - a weighty argument.
To ensure correct landing sport projectile must possess seat adjustment arrangement functions both horizontally and vertically, and the tilt angle.
Tilt steering angle is also important to ensure proper fit. Depending on the model simulators are equipped with features that enhance comfort:
- Stand for bottles of water;
- Stand for tablet or books;
- wheels for transportation;
- Adjustable feet;
- spring clips on the pedals cardio.
weight trainer
Weight structure affects the reliability of the machine, the greater the weight, the more stable it is. However, a lot of weight and large size suggests.
Exploitation
The design of the magnetic bike contains rotating parts, therefore, it requires careful handling.
- Prior to installation and first operation of velostanka read the instructions carefully;
- Before the training to inspect structural components for technical condition, the main attention to the screw connections. Operation kardiotrenazherav whack inadmissible;
- To conduct training to use appropriate exercise clothes;
- Improper operation of equipment in areas with high humidity;
- Location should provide space for the machine perimeter (2 meters);
- To connect the magnetic velostankov with automatic control use a grounded outlet;
- In a timely manner to carry out the replacement of batteries to power the computer. If the trainer will not be used for a long time - remove the batteries in order to avoid leakage of alkali, and as a consequence of damage to the on-board computer;
- Before operating in the presence of chronic diseases need to consult a doctor;
- To clean the magnetic bicycle use environmentally friendly, non-corrosive agents;
- In a timely manner to carry out the technical maintenance of the machine (grease);
- Failure of the bicycle structural parts to be replaced. To replace nodes use original spare parts.
malfunctions
When operating the machine simulating a bicycle, you may encounter the following problems:
Velostanka unstable position.
Possible reasons:
- Under the machine supports foreign objects;
- The surface on which the cardio, uneven;
- Improperly installed plug back support.
Ways of Solution:
- Remove any foreign objects out of the supports;
- Adjust the position of the machine;
- Adjust the position of the plugs on the back support.
Seat or steering wheel wobbles.
Cause:
Loose bolts.
Solutions Path:
Tighten the screw connections.
A loud noise when you scroll through the pedals.
Causes:
The moving parts of the machine slightly tightened.
Solutions Path:
Remove the protective cover, adjust the tension.
The magnetic resistance of the pedals when scrolling occurs.
Possible reasons:
- Bearing Fault;
- Faulty tension adjustment assembly;
- Magnetic elements velostanka not reach either overtightened.
Ways of Solution:
- Replace bearing;
- Replace the tension adjustment;
- Perform tension adjustment.
No display of the onboard computer.
Possible reason:
The batteries.
Solutions Path:
Substitution charger.
The sequence of operations:
- Remove the display from the stand;
- After removing the cover, remove the charger, install new batteries;
- Replace the lid;
- Set the monitor to the stand.
