- Unique Benefits of Semi-Recumbent Cycling
- Beginning exercisers and individuals prone to back or joint pain: The partially-reclined position of the semi recumbent exercise bike relieves the neck, shoulders, back and weight-bearing joints of strain. In addition, the recumbent position lowers the user's center of gravity, so strong balance and coordination are not required!
- Experienced athletes: Recumbent biking is an excellent, low-impact way to train for cardiovascular endurance and tone easily-neglected calf muscles, quads, hamstrings and glutes. Its also an ideal warm-up or recovery routine. The semi-recumbent biking position, slightly more vertical than traditional recumbent biking, adds extra benefits for the quads and glutes.
- Multitaskers: Semi-recumbent and recumbent exercise bikes are among the few types of workout machines that make it convenient to read, talk on the phone, watch television, etc., while exercising.
- Step-Through Entry: Mount and dismount this exercise bike as easily as you would an ordinary chair!
- 17.6-lb. Flywheel: The heavy flywheel weight accounts for the pleasurable, friction-free ride you'll experience.
- Ergonomic Mesh-Back Seating: The seat of the SB4 is unrivaled in comfort, lumbar support and breathability. Seat height and backrest recline are each fully adjustable.
- Magnetic Braking System: SB4 semi recumbent exercise bike's resistance system has less parts, which decreases potential service issues.
- 16 Levels of Resistance: You will find just the right amount of resistance according to your fitness level and workout goals.
- Wide-Platform Pedals: You will pedal confidently on the oversized pedals of the SB4 exercise bike. The adjustable strap secures your foot and helps you produce maximum torque from your pedal stroke.
- Body Fat and BMI (Body Mass Index) Calculator: Smooth SB4 semi recumbent exercise bikes feature a built-in sensor that calculates your body fat percentage when combined with your height and weight. The feedback you receive serves as an excellent guide to monitor your weight loss and muscle toning progress.
- Easy-to-Use Training Computer with Two-Color Display: The stunning, two-color backlit display shows time, speed, RPM, distance, watts, pulse, pulse recovery, Body fat, calories and temperature.
- Hand Grip Pulse Monitor: Ergonomically positioned for easiest possible access to heart rate data.
- Five Heart Rate Control Programs: Based on settings you choose, the computer automatically adjusts workout intensity according to your pulse reading. Train at 55%, 65%, 75% or 85% of your maximum heart rate or key in the target heart rate you wish to match. By training in your target heart rate zone, you will derive optimal fitness benefits from each workout session.
- Recovery Pulse Measuring: This is one of the most convenient and reliable ways to evaluate your level of cardiovascular fitness! At the end of your exercise bike session, press the recovery key and continue to monitor your heart rate for 60 seconds. The computer will calculate the speed at which your pulse returns to a resting heart rate after a workout. Based on this data, your fitness level will be scored from 1 to 6 (1 is highest).
- Sold Factory-Direct to You: Buying an exercise bike online from the manufacturer eliminates the overhead costs of a retail store, resulting in a savings of 40-45%.
- Resistance: Computer-controlled magnetic brake
- Resistance Levels: 16
- Exercise Programs: 1 manual, 1 body fat, 1 watt control, 12 preset, 5 heart rate control, 4 user-defined
- Display: Backlit two-color LCD (3" x 5") showing time, speed, RPM, distance, watts, pulse, pulse recovery, Body fat, calories, temperature
- 3-Piece Crank: Precision-engineered for maximum efficiency and durability.
- Flywheel Weight: 17.6 lbs.
- Exercise Bike Weight: 140 lbs.
- Max User Weight: 300 lbs.
- Exercise Bike Dimensions: 62.0" L x 14.8" W x 31.3" H
- Transport Wheels: Just tilt your exercise bike and wheel it away with ease.
- Floor Level Adjustment: Adjustable stabilizers under the bike frame ensure a balanced bike on uneven floors.
- Industry-Leading Warranty: Lifetime on frame; 2 years on all parts; 1 year of in-home service.
- Power Supply: AC 110V Input
- Minimal Assembly Required.
Personal trainers and other fitness experts understand that varying your workouts is an important strategy for reaching your fitness goals. When routines are repeated too frequently, two things tend to happen: 1) Your body may plateau because it becomes too familiar with the program you're following; 2) You may lose enthusiasm for exercising which will delay the achievement of your goals.
With such a wide variety of programs to choose from, you'll look forward to training on your exercise bike. Choose a different program with every session to keep your body and mind refreshed. Each is customizable to match your personal fitness level.
- Program 1: Manual Mode - Adjust the bike's resistance as you go for a 100% customized workout.
- Programs 2-13: Preset Programs - The Smooth Peloton SB4 semi-recumbent exercise bike comes with 12 preset course profiles so you will never grow bored. Your course stage and intensity is displayed on the console and can be adjusted at any time during training.
- Program 2: Steps - A gradual increase in intensity for the entire session.
- Program 3: Hill - A moderate increase in intensity followed by a descent beginning at the midpoint of the session.
- Program 4: Rolling - Mild, alternating ascents and descents.
- Program 5: Valley - A descent to lowest resistance at the workout's midpoint, followed by a steady ascent.
- Program 6: Fat Burn - A lower-intensity program to be used over a longer training period for greatest calorie burn.
- Program 7: Ramp - A quick ascent, followed by a period of constant intensity, finishing with a moderate descent
- Program 8: Mountain - A sharp ascent to the midpoint of the workout, followed by an equally sharp descent.
- Program 9: Intervals - Intensity alternates throughout the session an excellent way to build stamina.
- Program 10: Random - Intensity adjusts spontaneously; be ready for any challenge!
- Program 11: Plateau - An ascent, followed by a long period of constant intensity, ending in a descent.
- Program 12: Fartlek - Build agility and endurance by alternating between short periods of highest and lowest intensity.
- Program 13: Precipice - A gradual climb followed by an abrupt descent.
- Programs 14-17: User-Defined Programs - Design up to four rides all your own! You have the freedom to choose the intensity of each of 20 segments to the workout.
- Program 10: User Program 1
- Program 11: User Program 2
- Program 12: User Program 3
- Program 13: User Program 4
- Programs 18-22: Heart Rate Control (HRC) - By positioning your hands upon the ergonomically positioned sensors, the elliptical computer varies the resistance according to your pulse. This will assure that the intensity of your training is maintained at a level that will benefit you.
- Program 18: 55% HRC Train at 55% of your maximum heart rate based on your age.
- Program 19: 65% HRC Train at 65% of your maximum heart rate based on your age.
- Program 20: 75% HRC Train at 75% of your maximum heart rate based on your age.
- Program 21: 85% HRC Train at 85% of your maximum heart rate based on your age.
- Program 22: Target HRC Exercise at the target heart rate you set.
- Program 23: Watt Control - The Watts program is designed to help you to exercise at a consistent performance level. The program defaults to 100W and can be adjusted according to preference. Resistance will be adjusted automatically to maintain output consistent with your watt setting.
- Program 24: Body Fat Testing - After keying in your gender, age, height and weight, press your hands to the pulse sensors and hit the START/STOP button. The computer will calculate body fat percentage, body mass index and basal metabolic rate (the number of calories your body burns while at rest). Based on this data, the computer will recommend a workout program for your body composition.