You can burn more than 600 calories an hour with a stationary bike workout depending on the intensity of your workout and body weight, according to Healthline. Studies have shown that cyclists who use stationary bikes for short, high intensity interval training can significantly improve performance on the road without having to put in hours of work. Simply choose your collection slot at checkout, and we will send you full details of how to collect your equipment post-purchase. Assembly was problem-free and there’s good adjustability, comfort and stability, which all add to the bike’s appeal.

It features a very intuitive, easy-to-use, 22in HD touchscreen and you can see your progress on a leaderboard of connected cyclists. IC14 Indoor Studio Cycle is one of the best budget spin bikes we have tested and puts some of the pricier models to shame.One small downside is that, unlike the Apex smart bike, it doesn’t have a USB charger to keep your device topped up while you cycle. All in all, this Roger Black exercise back does the basics well, and a bit more, resulting in a good value, budget-friendly exercise bike. Technogym’s live exercise bike is the piece of kit you need if you want boutique gym-standard quality at home.

Its seating position also mimics that of a racing bike, rather than the upright ones you’d usually encounter in a gym. On Peloton, everyone has a personal favourite; mine is New York-based Hannah Corbin, because she tells me I’m a rockstar. I put each bike through its paces and tried a variety of indoor cycling classes and simulated outdoor rides as well as strength workouts (where relevant). There’s a huge range of resistance for every type of rider and, as previously mentioned, it can auto adjust. There are a wide range of immersive ‘outdoor’ rides and you can also stream from apps including Netflix, Youtube and many more.It’s also worth noting that the trainers are British spin instructors from the boutique Boom Cycle studio in London, which may be more palatable to those who find Peloton’s earnest instructors and affirmations a bit cheesy.