“A basic exercise bike is an excellent workout and has all the same benefits in having a full cycle workout without any added costs,” Woo said. She said it’s just about knowing oneself, and whether someone has enough discipline and drive to complete a full cycling workout alone without any guidance or pushing from someone else. “That’s why fitness classes, online streaming apps, and personal trainers are great because they help the individual achieve their goals and stick to their plans.”

“Oftentimes people lack the drive and consistency when working out alone,” Woo said. She’s a fan of these simplified bikes so long as the person possesses the discipline to use it consistently on their own. These bikes can also be used alongside an app like Peloton’s for the class experience without paying thousands for the bike itself.Ĭhloe Woo is a trainer at Dogpound in New York City and a frequent user of exercise bikes with her clients that don’t require a subscription. The good news is investing this much is not required for a great workout, and there are plenty of no-subscription exercise bikes that deliver the same amount of resistance and speed as luxe spin bikes like Peloton and NordicTrack for a fraction of the up-front cost. Walk While You Work: This SPY-Tested Walking Pad Treadmill is Over $200 Off