Indoor bike trainers keep cyclists fit when cold winter months keep them from bike riding outdoors. Make indoor training more productive with speed drills and several variations in your workouts.
High cadence spin-ups spin a small gear at a fast cadence. You can amp up your speed to between 110 to 115 for 30 seconds and reduce it to 90 RPM for one minute. Repeat this fast-slow cycle, adding 30 seconds to each fast interval until you reach three minutes. This exercise can give you the strength to increase your speed on your bike when the weather allows you to cycle outdoors again. But, be sure to recover at least one minute during the slower interval.
Try out single-leg pedaling by resting one foot on a chair next to your trainer and pedaling with the other. Strive to pedal at 90 RPM for 30 seconds to create a smooth pedal stroke. Switch legs, and increase your pedaling time up to four minutes. This exercise trains your neuromuscular system to get rid of dead spots in your pedal stroke, thus making a faster, smoother ride with less effort.
Lastly, you can spin at an easy to moderate pace for one to two hours to build your aerobic engine. Perform this exercise on days when you're not doing intervals and increase your stamina.
While you're cycling indoors, pop your favorite upbeat tune into your stereo or MP3 player to keep your ride fun and fresh. Invite a couple friends over to your home with their stationary bike trainers, and go on a group ride if you have the space. If you're limited on space, don't forget your garage. It might just be warm and spacious enough to accommodate your gathering of cyclists.
Your indoor bike trainer doesn't just have to be an unmatched replacement to outdoor cycling. It can be another enjoyable element to your cycling experience that keeps you in shape.
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