Are you tired of spending money on a gym membership or constantly charging your electronic devices? What if we told you there was a way to get a great workout and generate electricity at the same time? You might even be able to avoid paying any gym membership or reduce your household energy bills! Yes, you read that right. Read on.
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Introducing the electricity generating stationary exercise bike from British company Gym Professor Ltd. in collaboration with tech company eActive. The model will be available in the form of a retrofit eActive system and an all-new purpose-made stationary cycle called the @theGym eBike Gen1, which will soon be exclusively available through their retail store The Gym Revolution. The purpose-made eBike reported to offer almost twice the output of the eActive retrofit system.
Video of the eActive system in action
It is claimed that performing three 1-hour intense indoor cycle sessions a week on a @theGym eBike will burn in excess of calories and generate enough electricity to charge 19 smart phones or make 72 cups of coffee. While the benefits at home appear obvious, it is further claimed that commercial clubs offering the new @theGym eBikes could offer a membership reward in return of clocking up hours of use, such as a partial membership rebate for helping to power the gym. The Bristol-based @theGym training facility will be the first to roll this out to it's membership base.
The @theGym eBike is the perfect addition to your home gym or a gym club. In this article, we'll explore the benefits of this innovative fitness equipment and how it can help you achieve your fitness goals and save you money, while also being environmentally friendly.
What is an Electricity Generating Stationary Exercise Bike?
An electricity generating stationary exercise bike is a type of exercise bike that uses the energy generated from pedaling to power electronic devices or even your home. It works by converting the mechanical energy from pedaling into electrical energy, which can then be used to power various devices.
These bikes typically have a built-in generator and battery system, allowing you to store the energy generated for later use. Some models even have the ability to connect to your home's electrical system, allowing you to power your home with your workout.
How Does It Work?
The electricity generating stationary exercise bike works similarly to a traditional exercise bike, with the added feature of a generator. As you pedal, the generator converts the mechanical energy into electrical energy, which is then stored in a battery or used to power devices.
The amount of energy generated depends on the resistance level and speed at which you pedal. The more resistance and faster you pedal, the more energy is produced.
Benefits of an Electricity Generating Stationary Exercise Bike
Eco-Friendly
One of the main benefits of an electricity generating stationary exercise bike is its eco-friendliness. By using your own energy to power devices, you are reducing your carbon footprint and decreasing your reliance on traditional energy sources.
In fact, a study by the University of Oregon found that using a pedal-powered generator for just one hour can generate enough electricity to power a laptop for 24 hours, which ties in with @theGym's claims of the possible power output. Imagine the impact if everyone used an electricity generating stationary exercise bike in their home gym or club.
Cost-Effective
Another benefit of an electricity generating stationary exercise bike is its cost-effectiveness. With a one-time purchase, you can have a piece of equipment that not only helps you stay fit but also saves you money on your electricity bill.
Additionally, by eliminating the need for a gym membership, you can save even more money in the long run. This makes it a great investment for those looking to create a home gym on a budget.
Versatile Workout Options
Electricity generating stationary exercise bikes offer a versatile workout experience. Not only can you adjust the resistance level to suit your fitness level, but you can also choose to focus on generating electricity or simply getting a good workout.
Some models even come with additional features such as built-in screens for entertainment or tracking your workout progress. This allows you to customize your workout experience and stay motivated.
How to Incorporate an Electricity Generating Stationary Exercise Bike into Your Home Gym
Determine Your Energy Needs
Before purchasing an electricity generating stationary exercise bike, it's important to determine your energy needs. Consider what devices you want to power and how much energy they require. This will help you choose the right bike for your needs.
Set Up a Dedicated Space
To fully incorporate an electricity generating stationary exercise bike into your home gym, it's important to set up a dedicated space for it. This can be a corner of a room or a separate room altogether. Make sure the space is well-ventilated and has enough room for you to comfortably use the bike. A garage gym being a good choice, also.
Use It Regularly
Like any piece of fitness equipment, an electricity generating stationary exercise bike is only effective if you use it regularly. Make it a part of your daily routine and set achievable goals for yourself. This will not only help you stay fit but also ensure that you are generating enough electricity to make a difference.
April Fool
Sorry, not sorry. If you read this far, well done, as it is in fact an April Fool, but the concept is not entirely foolish. While this article was created as an April Fool joke to trick our members and customers into thinking they may get free gym membership, it should also highlight what is truly possible and pose questions, such as "why aren't we using electric generating stationary bikes in our home or commercial gyms?", as well as similar questions in other industries. In most cases, it's the cost to produce the product, compared to what already exists...and how much energy it even produces/ saves; however, with technology improving and moving forward at a fast pace, the trend toward eco-friendly products, and the tech coming down in price, perhaps in 10-years time this article could be a reality and not as foolish at it first appears. We hope so.
Real-World Examples we've found of Electricity Generating Stationary Exercise Bikes
The Pedal-A-Watt
The Pedal-A-Watt is an electricity generating stationary exercise bike that has been featured on various news outlets in the US and even used in schools to teach students about renewable energy. It can generate up to 400 watts of electricity and has a built-in battery system for storing energy.
HR Bank
Lithuania’s Tukas EV company has tentatively entered the fitness market with their HR Bank. Looking like basic stationary bike, they've carried over the technology from their existing EV company to the stationary bike in the hope of releasing it on the market in Europe.
The Green Revolution (kudos to the name!)
The Green Revolution is another US company that specialises in creating electricity generating stationary exercise bikes for commercial and residential use. Their bikes can generate up to 300 watts of electricity and have the option to connect to your home's electrical system.
Conclusion
An electricity generating stationary exercise bike seems a simple and straightforward idea and is far from being a new concept. With the increased cost of energy prices and battery tech coming down in price, as well as market forces driving us to "eco-friendly" products, maybe what was once solely a nice idea (a gimmick!) may have genuine commercial merit and be a viable future product for the fitness industry and beyond.
The Tempo Studio is a smart home gym that resembles an armoire, meant to blend in with your home. It's an ideal smart home gym to own whether you're new or experienced with strength training. The Tempo Studio's basic package comes well-equipped with two dumbbell bars, weight collars and five sets of weight plates from 1.25 to 25 pounds. You have the option to upgrade your package to the Tempo Studio Plus or Tempo Studio Pro, which includes additional weights and accessories like a bench and a barbell. The Tempo Studio is designed to hold all of its equipment neatly so you won't need to worry about it being spread across your living room floor. The top part of the studio consists of the touchscreen, while the bottom part has a cabinet that stows the weight plates out of sight. The back of the Tempo Studio has slot-like compartments that hold the barbell and dumbbell bars securely and safely in place.
I recommend making sure you have room for the Tempo Studio before purchasing because the stand itself is large and you need an additional 6 feet of space in front of the screen so your body can be detected during a workout. The Tempo Studio memberships start at $139 (including a $100 equipment fee) a month with a 12-month commitment. After 12 months, the equipment is yours to keep and the monthly cost is $39 for the training subscription. It lets you create up to six profiles, so everyone in your home can use it. Tempo also has an app that you can download (available for iOS and Android) and use while you're traveling.
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There are various live and on-demand classes you can choose from, including HIIT, bodyweight strength, bodyweight cardio, weightlifting, yoga, boxing, stretching and meditation. Additionally, you can customize your workout experience by creating a program based on how many days a week you want to work out and for how long, and you can split them up by body part and rest days. If you want to exercise without personalization, you can still filter the collection of workouts by activity, modifications needed (for example: lower-back friendly, pregnancy-safe), the coach, equipment and more.
What makes the Tempo Studio stand out as ideal for strength training is that it uses artificial intelligence with 3D sensors to provide feedback on your form and movement during class. It can also count your reps and detect the dumbbell weights you're using. Using the Tempo Studio, I was impressed by the feedback it gave me while doing a leg workout. Although it can be challenging to stay within the 6-foot parameters of the screen, the device can detect your movement and tell you if your form needs improvement or if it's on par. It can also read the weights you're using and provides recommendations based on whether you should go heavier or lighter next time. It functions like a personal trainer and is helpful if you're new to strength training or want reinforcement on your form with certain exercises.
The NordicTrack Commercial is our pick for the best smart treadmill. This treadmill is large, but its size makes it versatile for tall and short individuals. The good news is it does fold up so you can prop up the belt when it's not in use. It has a 22-inch HD touchscreen that tilts and pivots so you can adjust it for different uses, like if you want to take a workout class on the floor.
Like all NordicTrack equipment, you will need an iFit membership that costs $39 a month for a family plan or $15 a month for an individual plan. You'll have access to live and on-demand classes (also available in the iFit app), so you can enjoy a variety of workouts on and off the treadmill. The treadmill uses Wi-Fi and Bluetooth so you can connect workout headphones, a smartwatch or a heart rate monitor.
This treadmill has the ability to incline from zero to 15% and decline up to -3%. Both runners and walkers can enjoy this treadmill since the speed goes from zero to 12 miles per hour. If you like interval training, the NordicTrack Commercial also has quick-touch control buttons on the console, which makes it easier to adjust your speed.
One of iFit's stand-out features is that you can create your own trail using Google Maps to exercise anywhere in the world. Also impressive is NordicTrack's AutoAdjust technology, which allows an iFit virtual instructor to adjust your incline and speed during class. You could be running or walking in the jungle and you'll notice the treadmill adjust to replicate that terrain. The same applies when you run on your own and choose your own location on Google Maps. This hands-free option lets you focus on the class without having to fuss with any buttons. It's also a good way for runners who need to train for a race to get the outdoor feel indoors.
Last year Peloton unveiled the first smart rowing machine that teaches you how to row and corrects your form. Although the price tag is steep ($3,295), the Peloton Row stands by its promise that it will make you a better rower. This machine is large, so you will need to make sure that you have room for it in your home. The good thing about this is that it's appropriate for people of all heights and has a weight capacity of 300 pounds. The Peloton Row 24-inch HD Touchscreen easily rotates for those times you want to work out on the floor while using your All-Access Peloton membership (an additional $44 a month).
The Peloton Row provides a unique rowing experience that you won't get with other rowing machines. This rowing machine has sensors that detect the position of the handle and seat. The sensors help when calibrating your rowing form, which is important when taking a class since it ties into the Form Assist feature. Form Assist provides real-time feedback on your form using the sensors from the calibration process. During class, an image of a digital person on a rowing machine shows up on the screen and moves in sync with you.
If your form is off, Form Assist alerts you by highlighting a specific body part in red where the stroke needs correction. You'll be able to see your form rating score at the end of class, which tells you how well you rowed as well as where you made errors and tips on how to correct it. When I tried the Peloton Row, it made me more aware of my rowing form and improved it thanks to Form Assist. If it's in your budget and you're serious about rowing, you can't go wrong with purchasing a Peloton Row.
The Peloton Bike took the pandemic by storm and soon many people found the smart exercise bike in their living rooms. CNET's Russell Holly tested various exercise bikes and named the Peloton Bike the most popular bike for a reason. The sleek signature look of the Peloton Bike is appealing because it looks like a sophisticated piece of equipment in the middle of your living room. It offers plenty of live and on-demand classes with its All-Access membership and lets you create up to 20 user profiles.
The Peloton requires clip-on shoes, which normally cost extra unless you upgrade to a more expensive package. The Peloton community is also what keeps its name relevant as its members are supportive on and off the bike. Holly says, "Even if you're not in one of the live classes, which run frequently through the Peloton app, your performance is shown in real time alongside others who've taken the class." While in a live class, you may get an encouraging high five from another member through the leaderboard, and offline you can connect with your favorite instructors via social media. The Peloton Bike is ideal for those who want a classic smart exercise bike that provides an immersive group fitness experience.
The Tonal is a popular strength training smart home gym that's been advertised everywhere, with endorsements by athletes such as LeBron James and Serena Williams. While the Tempo Studio is excellent for people beginning to strength train, the Tonal is our pick for those who are well-versed and want to take things up a notch.
When we tested this smart home gym, we loved its sleek look and were impressed by the hardware. It resembles a cable machine combined with a touchscreen TV and is intended to replace your dumbbells, barbells and weight plates while saving space in your home. It has 13 different sensors to track your form and technique, while the smart handles and bar accessories (an optional additional $495) have a gyroscope motion sensor that keeps track of your reps. Tonal uses up to 200 pounds of total resistance and calibrates your weights for different exercises based on your initial fitness assessment. Before you start a workout, Tonal can also tell which muscle groups are fatigued the day of your workout and make sure to work around it. For example, if Tonal knows you worked out your legs yesterday, it may suggest an upper body workout today so your legs can properly recover.
Tonal offers thousands of on-demand and live workouts for beginners to advanced athletes. It even has five dynamic weight modes that make your workout harder: Spotter, Burnout, Chains, Eccentric and Smart Flex. These modes challenge your workouts the way a personal trainer would in person, either by acting as a spotter, increasing your weight, focusing on high reps or changing up the focus from the eccentric to concentric part of the move and even making you lift till failure. If you don't want to take a class, you can use the Tonal on its own and customize your own workout while still receiving the same feedback you would in class. You can also connect your Amazon Music or Apple Music account and listen to your own music during your workout. Although it is the most expensive smart home gym on this list, it's worth owning one if you're experienced with strength training and want that extra challenge in the comfort of your home without needing to go to the gym.
Editor's note, Jan. 16 : Tonal recently came out with the Tonal 2, which we will be testing later this year and updating this list accordingly.
Ellipticals may seem like a standard piece of exercise equipment, but it all depends on the features and look. The NordicTrack Commercial 14.9 offers a 14-inch touchscreen as well as auto-adjust capabilities, adjustable stride length and oversized cushion pedals. It's a large machine, so you'll not only need enough space in your home to hold it but also enough space overhead as well. This elliptical combines a heavy flywheel with magnetic resistance to give you a challenging workout. Despite its heavy-duty qualities, it provides a quiet and smooth ride.
Just like the NordicTrack Commercial treadmill, this NordicTrack elliptical functions best with an iFIT membership. It also has Bluetooth connectivity so you can pair your smartwatch or heart rate monitor. The NordicTrack Commercial 14.9 auto-adjust feature control allows the instructor to adjust your incline during a simulated workout. Similar to the NordicTrackCommercial , you're able to virtually train from just about anywhere in the world thanks to Google Maps, which creates a more immersive experience.
You also have the option to use the machine manually on those days when you prefer not to take a class. If you're looking for a smart elliptical that can give you an experience like no other, then the NordicTrack Commercial 14.9 is a solid pick.
Note: In December Lululemon Studio Mirror started a partnership with Peloton and discontinued selling the Mirror. Previous Mirror owners can still use the device and will have access to the Lululemon Studio classes as well as the Peloton resources.
The Lululemon Studio Mirror is a smart home mirror gym ideal for those who enjoy the hybrid approach to fitness. The smart fitness mirror gives you access to popular boutique fitness classes that you can enjoy inside your home as well as in the studio. Because it's a smart mirror, it is easy to set up and blends into any room in your home. You have the option of mounting it or leaning it against the wall. If you choose the latter, it's still recommended to anchor it to your wall for extra security. The Lululemon Studio Mirror is not a touchscreen and is instead controlled by its app which is easy to set up on your iOS or Android smartphone.
The Lululemon Studio Mirror's classes are powered through the included Lululemon Studio membership. For $39 a month, your membership will give you access to thousands of popular fitness studios including Rumble, Dogpound, Aarmy, Y7 Studio, AKT, Pure Barre, Yoga Six and Forward_Space. Along with your membership, you'll be able to attend discounted classes at the studio locations and receive 10% off Lululemon products as well as discounts when you attend in-person Lululemon Studio partner classes. There are plenty of beginner, intermediate and advanced classes including boxing, strength training, pre and post-natal and pilates classes to fit your fitness level. Lululemon Studio also includes Time Saver class options which are shorter classes lasting from 5 to 15 minutes. New classes drop every week so your workout collection stays fresh.
Other fun features include a two-way audio and video camera which is helpful during live classes if you're looking for form feedback from the instructor or if you opt to take personal training classes (for an additional fee). You can also connect with the Lululemon Studio Mirror community during live classes via a community stream and get friends who own one to get in on some friendly competition. If you want to listen to your own music, you can connect your Apple Music account or choose music built into the Lululemon Studio app.
The Lululemon Studio Mirror is a great home gym pick if you love the camaraderie of group fitness training and want a diverse set of class options.
Pros:
- Installation is easy
- Blends into any room
- The app is easy to use
- Perks at participating partner fitness studios and discounts at Lululemon
Cons:
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- No touchscreen
- Personal training costs extra
- Only connects to one third-party music app
- Lululemon Studio membership is a separate cost
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