I Did Peloton For Two Weeks Straight And Here’s What Happened
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- The exercise company Peloton sells a stationary bike for $1,995. It’s recently exploded in popularity, surpassing even the spin giant SoulCycle in customers, data from last year suggests. Equipped with a wifi-enabled touch-screen, the bike allows you to join high-intensity spin classes remotely and, according to the company, get a studio-grade workout from anywhere.
Over the course of two weeks, Producer Benji Jones put it to the test, taking a 45-minute class every day. And to measure his progress, he did a before and after fitness assessment - which revealed some pretty surprising results.
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I Did Peloton For Two Weeks Straight And Here’s What Happened
I've done 6 months of 30-minutes Pelaton rides. AFter every other ride, I did 20 minutes of strength training. Slight change of the diet to eliminate sugar and most carbs. Tremendous results. Everyone is different, but for me, my issue was sticking to a routine and actually putting in the work. The Pelaton created the addictive habit and everything else followed. Highly recommend if you simply do the strength training after.
So why not just go to a spin class?
Vince Sheffey what if you want to bike at 10pm? Which spin class is open then
@@raroshraj none
I like to eat cookie cake. It’s my favorite food. So results are limited.
@@bi0lizard1 😂😂
Forget that bike...I wanna go to that lab! I would love to know these numbers for myself!
amen
I agree, the lab seems to be where it's at. I wonder how these results compare to other stationary bikes.
I don't think we have anything like that sport lab this in my country.
Bring many hundred of dollars
Hah same!
I have lost 20 lbs and kept it off for over a year on mine. I ride 2-3 times a week. Not worried about crazy drivers, rain, heat nor cold can stop me. It is worth it in my opinion. 👍
Ryan I just bought my bike yesterday now waiting on it to be shipped! Where can I buy cycling shoes for my bike?
LaShell P I got mine from a cycling shop. Or you can buy them directly from Peloton.
Yep I'm never going outside again either. Too many crazy people out there. I'm going to cycle on my Peloton all day, order Amazon and Uber eats.
Going outside is for poor people with no vision
Ryan I ended up getting a free pair since I’m military affiliated! Thank you great video!
The Saint Hahahaha.........great damn answer I couldn’t said it any better myself! I will go outside again when I move back to Japan!
What is interesting about the fact that you didn't like the language used in the classes... That is one of the main reasons I ride with Peloton. To me it IS therapy. LOVE IT
Same!!!
Correct training requires taking rest days between training sessions. This follows the general principle that exercise stresses the body, so makes you temporarily weaker, and you get stronger during recovery, i.e., when you rest. You incorrectly did the same workout every day, and therefore got the resulting fatigue and start of injury.
Sadly (and stupidly) there are so many of these "I did X every day for XX days" videos on TH-cam :(
How many days rest in between cycling sessions do you recommend? Thanks!
@@tsandphotog It depends on the length and intensity of your workouts, age and fitness level. Generally speaking, short highly intense exercise should be done fully rested, so with one or two days rest. With increasing age, more rest is required. There is also "active recovery," the principle that you can recover faster if you do a very low intensity workout. If you're serious about achieving a specific goal, such as a race, then you need to consider long term training regimens such as microcycles and macrocycles. I recommend reading a book on the basic principles of exercise physiology.
@@ilanpi Thanks for taking the time to reply! You've given me a lot to look into. I'm recovering from heart bypass surgery that was 6 weeks ago. I'll need to be careful, of course.
@Vardi: Well said and many gym instructors do not mention this. Rest days are absolutely important and not having them will catch up with you in your 40s.
i admire and appreciate the inspiration the class trainers use. when i started with peloton tread I would actually break down in tears when I would complete a class. I keep going back to peloton everyday for that feeling of accomplishment and they never disappoint
My Peloton saved me in times I wasn’t motivated. Weight just falls off and your muscles tone up great!
Julia PARISH- HOW MANY TIMES A WEEK DID U EXERCISE? HOW MUCH WEIGHT DID U LOSE? DID UR MUSCLES GET TOO BIG IN UR LEGS LIKE THIS GUY ONE LEG? DID U SWITCH OUT UR PELOTON SEAT FOR A MORE COMFORABLE "SADEL SEAT" FOR COMFORE? I WANNA BE U WHEN I GROW UP...LOL...SMDH
@@mrs.berniemadoff3324 Whoah there Mrs Madoff did you get a bike? If not why not? If so you go gurrll.
@@BazIrvine Don't bother with them, they hate themselves and are clearly upset when anyone shows signs of self love
I’m glad you touched on the language the instructors use. It seems like the whole idea of soul cycle isn’t just cycling but the emotional aspect which is probably what drives a lot of these soul cyclers.
There are different instructors so choose ones that don't talk like that :) My favourites are the Powerzone classes with EDM music. Specifically Matt Wilpers. I'm using Peloton to lose weight but also improve my VO2 max during soccer season.
The motivation that the instructors give is everything to me. It’s exactly what I need,
Same!!
Motivation is the key. Motivated by the instructors = Yes. Motivated by trying to overtake others on the leader board = Yes. Motivated by trying to beat my previous records = Yes. Motivated by monthly challenges = Yes. One bike and membership shared by entire family of 5 = Yes. It's good stuff.
April Nicole Part of getting in shape is learning how to motivate yourself. Doing things by your developed will power and motivation...not being told by someone to push harder, do better. Your instructor should be between your ears. Obviously you have money to waste. This bike will eventually become a clothesline. Boredom on the way.
r s Wait till you break it from overuse. Big repair bill= yes. Wait till it gets boring= yes.
Dave Stock You need to find a new hobby! Lol
First 4 months I did 4 30 minute rides a week. After that I started doing 30 to 45 minute rides every 4 times a week and also added a warm up and cool down ride plus a stretch. Love the Power Zone rides and challenges. Both my wife and I have had tremendous results. We have now had the bike plus for almost 9 months and both of us are over 200 rides.
I'm using mine more now, my personal trainer recommended no more than 2 or 3 days where I'm pushing my heart rate to 170-180, but I can ride everyday if I keep my heart rate to 130-140.
I’ve had my peloton for almost a year now and my biggest regret is not getting it sooner. I kept putting it off because so many people would say it’s overrated and overpriced, then I realized a lot of those people were people who have never had one. So I finally went for it, and I am so glad I did. It works for me, my lifestyle, and my personality.
Peloton isn't for everyone. It's expensive, but if you use it and if you have family members that use the membership that's when it really starts to shine
I got my bike+ 3 weeks ago and have been enjoying it a bunch. $40 a month for two members of the house is a great deal. The price of the bike itself isn't bad considering a proper road bike cost $1k+ plus maintenance and gear.
A lot of people that say it’s overpriced junk are actually just jealous you can afford one and they can’t. People talk shit about things they want but can never have it no motivation to save for one.
@@ashleyzupetz1086you are absolutely correct!
Can't stop but think that the Samsung fold is the same price
Yeah. And Poloton will retain it's value much better. Fold will be worthless in a couple of years.
Crazy cause a really used car is 2k as well
Best review for this week hhhhhhhhh
Peloton is worthless. Just go to the gym... Don't have enough time? Then buy an exercise bike for 1/10th the price
Just go buy some 5000-10000 dollars bike and go out on the road😅😅.
But seriously try cycling even if the bikes we have is only on sub 1 grand
That's funny. The "therapy" language the instructors use is one of my favorite parts - I just feel like it's a very holistic experience if you want it to be. I have the bike and love it - I also don't take 45 min cycling classes every day - I do strength classes, yoga, and stretching, etc. You can make it a very balanced experience. I love the experience and the workouts and instructors are the best in the world I'm convinced. That's what set's this bike apart and why it's worth the price....the instructors and the community feel you get. I can ride with my friends out of state and compete with them. I love it!
April Grant have to agree. Holistic is in!
yuck. To me, it's total crap. I turned the screen off----just listened to music.
The fact that the calorie data from all the bikes is not consistent tells me the calorie data from all the bikes is worthless.
Calories??????????? If you're not competing in/ for a bodybuilding competition DON'T BOTHER worrying about calories. Just eat smart but healthy, train hard and most importantly get your rest.
If you want accurate calorie accounting you should wear a heart rate monitor. No piece of exercise equipment can tell you accurately how many calories you burned
Well that's not true at all... If you have a goal to either lose or gain weight with your training you should at least have a rough idea of what your calories are lol
I have muscle weakness on my left leg and when I started peloton I realized quickly I had to balance it out with upper body and strength training. Yes, the quad muscles are huge now but it’s not enough for my body personally 😅 my endurance has increased tremendously over the past two months and the part people rarely mention - really good for mental health to get intense cardio
As a cyclist and spinning enthusiast, I can confidently say riding a bike and spin class are two completely different experiences. The intensity or the routines in these classes would be hard to mimic on the roads.
Try climbing a 10% gradient, then we'll talk. I can hold 400w on a spinner for 10 minutes, and outdoor cycling can be far more challenging.
He was trying so hard to be enthusiastic and stuff and you could tell
This was me at the beginning of me becoming an instructor, I teach spin so it’s a great accomplishment, you look awesome keep at it, and the reason one leg works harder is because it’s ur lead leg, u lead off n ur other follows.
Only two weeks?! You have to do 2 months at least.
Gabriel, I couldn't agree more. What benefit would 14 times on the bike do...nothing really. Like anything, it takes a long time and many more than 14 times to see any significant gains. After all his effort, all those gains will be gone in less than a week.
Exactly! Plus how many different coaches did he try?
lmao I was thinking the same
you can't critique results after two weeks
So I guess the lab tests he showed here were all faked? The 2 week results were fabricated? I doubt it. If he wasn't working out before and did 2 weeks of intensive workout then he definitely could increase his V02 and lose weight.
My peloton is the best purchase I've ever made. 2 weeks is nothing I've been riding regularly for over a year my numbers have skyrocketed since I first started.
Well what the hell do you expect
Ditto! In only 3 months, it's been a god-send to my injury recovery (I don't own an outside bike and don't plan on spending $$$ - bikes are only as good as the money you spend). Hopefully I can get my FTP up over 300 watts when I take my next test next week! :)
@@gregmedwid1672 I just rode 107 miles on my bike that cost £125 (about 160 USD) which makes me suspicious about your claim that a bike's only as good as the money you spend! You can get decent second hand bikes and go and enjoy some fresh air.
Te
2000?? You can get a really nice road bike for that price and experience the great outdoors
But then you'd have to go outside in the smog, heat and/or rain...
You can get your bike robbed
Also isn’t this just the same as a normal bike ride?
Yes, in -5 degree temperatures during the winter in 8 feet of snow.
gay outdoors
I love my peloton! I recommend it to everyone. Bike is badass and the instructors if you sign up for it are great or you can be your own and use your own playlist after a few beginner classes!
The lab was so interesting and would like to go their for in depth overview of my body. Great video
i thought the same thing
stoopid
The lab was the most interesting part of the video for me.
There
Right? It's like seeing progress other than weighing yourself which is pretty cool
It's taking the spinning world by storm, not the cycling world. Zwift is taking the cycling world by storm.
This comment is on the money.
I prefer TrainerRoad for legit training, but Zwift is more fun. Wahoo Kickr 2017 here
TrainerRoad is better
I think it would give me motion sickness
Im trying zwift this winter. But my fat bike will keep me pedaling.
I just bought mine last night. It'll be here on Thursday and I'm excited.
I hope you love it! Ride with me if you want _becomingme_
@@aprilgrant9413 I'm a year late but I do love it, I've dropped 80 pounds since posting this comment, lol! I will add you, sorry it took a year to even notice! I'm ukannotwin on the LB!!
Being a clinical researcher and doctor myself , I totally dig into this review. So amazingly put and scientifically explained. Thank you ! My Peloton is arriving next month, can't wait now!!!!
Love my peloton!! I’ve had it for a month so far and have done an update on my results and current opinions on it. Highly recommend it for those looking to save time working out (no commute etc)
Can you use les mills spin on the peloton?
I use the peloton as one aspect of a fuller exercise program and the weight section and stretching are great add ons that I add every time. My endurance is better and so is my upper body. This is great exercise and my teen age daughter does it to lower stress before a test. Nobody should relay on one thing for fitness. I however have had it for two months and love what it adds to my life.
I rode my $70 second hand Aldi indoor bike, 1hr every morning for 3 weeks and lost 22lbs, listening to trance while chatting to friends, distracts me from the time. I actually prefer this over walking as its easier on the knees. Thank you for sharing this video, it's inspired me to keep going.
first off, your body needs a break to build muscle so a ride everyday isn't the best option for the results he wanted. second, 2 weeks is nothing.
Thirdly none of this had anything to do with peloton, he just used an expensive bike for a couple weeks.
Did you only have 2 weeks to make this video? Lol cause 2 weeks doesn’t show much..... try 30 days min.
And try taking rest days. It doesn't help to ride every day.
So do you like it?
he only had 14 days to return the bike :)
Hey there! I stumbled upon your "peloton" video and it reminded me of my own fitness journey. I used to struggle with finding motivation during my workouts until I discovered freebeat Lit Bike. This sleek bike is more than just a fitness machine - it's a total game-changer. With its immersive and innovative fusion of music and rhythm, I have found myself pushing harder and enjoying my workouts like never before. The scoring system motivates me to match my cadence with the beat of the music, propelling me towards my fitness goals. It's amazing how much a rhythm can change the entire workout experience. Freebeat not only offers an inclusive community but also ensures that every level of fitness is catered to. It's a comprehensive fitness experience that helps you find your beat, both in your workouts and in your life. Thanks for sharing your post and keep grooving with freebeat!
Why the heck can't they make a spin bike seat wider and more comfortable?
Monisola, because the seat will get in the way of your thighs if it's wider and if it's soft and cushy, it'll actually make it harder to gain any real benefit from spinning (your leg muscles need a firm surface for your butt to pedal efficiently) plus your back will be in agony after about 1/2 hour from lack of support.
Most indoor/spin bike saddles are designed for men. Women have larger hips and need a differently shaped saddle.
thats why i prefer the echelon. It uses standard cranks so, unlike peloton, you can swap out the pedals for any after market pedal of your choice, and you can also use any seat on the market you want. Plus its cheaper
@Dr.'sorders long term comfort is still important
Order a diff seat from Amazon.
I've been thinking about buying a Peloton for 2 yrs, dreading spending that much. Thnx to your video, going to buy a $300 bike from Amazon. Thanks for being candid, great vid!
So basically we learned that 2 weeks before Valentine's Day, Spring Break, or a wedding...we should be cycling our brains out.
*SPENDS 2,000 DOLLARS ON A STATIONARY SPIN BIKE, USES IT FOR 14 DAYS, WILL COLLECT DUST AND CLOTHES FOR A LIFE TIME* seriously couldve bought a nice road bike and an indoor trainer for that price and experienced the indoor training and enjoyed the outdoors when the weather was nice, props though for your v02 max
I doubt he purchased the spin bike, he works for tech insider.
Bad reviews makes people save money on useless products
Thank you
Purchased the bike a few months ago & it’s definitely worth the hype! Instructors are great!
Dude does 2 weeks of spin and proclaims he’s never been this fit....what was he doing before?!
Xbox he was doing xbox
He was riding something else if you know what I'm saying
@@FUTH-camCensors hot
@@FUTH-camCensors 😅😅😅
Stationary bikes in general improve your cardio endurance and exercise ability a LOT. I do it every day at the gym for 40 to 50 minutes after strength training. Just the BEST way to burn calories and feel the burn.
Your profile image is a cat. Therefore you have no valid opinion
@@thesaint8400 yeah I care about your opinion so much. 😉😉
Every day?
@@gamedes3665 yes.
I’ve used the Peloton app with the equipment at my apartment gym! I’ve heard mixed reviews but there are a lot who use the app with cheaper bikes. There are also running, walking, yoga, outdoor, and strength training workouts that can be used to mix up the routine. This isn’t a very fair assessment of Peloton as a whole. I tend to do the power walk and running classes with strength training. At roughly 280 I find them tough but encouraging and Indo a class almost every day! I pick 1-2 days a week as rest day. Maintained a mostly healthy diet. In a week I lost 5 pounds. I’m not overly sore and have lots of energy to keep going!
Agreed!! And congrats on your success!!!
"It's taking the cycling world by storm."
This is far from the truth. It may be taking the fitness industry by storm, but that's not the cycling world. People who are interested in spin classes generally are not cyclists - they are gym-goers; they are fitness people. The two tribes are largely separate.
Cyclists have road bikes and smart trainers and Zwift and Trainer Road. Fitness people have spin bikes and exercise classes.
Feel like the “cycling world” hates the “fitness industry”
It’s really the same thing
@@luke_5187 it's definetly not!
Yeah ok
Either the cycling world hates the fitness industry or the cycling world and the fitness industry are the same thing. It's not logical to have it both ways, angry internet man.
But you're not completely wrong. Many cyclists do look down on the group exercise/spin class thing. And I assume the reverse is true, though I cannot be sure, as I am a cyclist, not a gym guy.
@@luke_5187 Cycling has a different culture. We're very much into coffee, long socks, tan lines, tight clothing, and shaving body hair. We all have a sense of adventure that drives our workouts, rather than obsessing over our physique. It's a nice and welcoming community. People in gyms are often wearing headphones. People on bikes stop on the trail to help strangers who have a flat tire. We have a network of people all over the world willing to share their homes with us when we are on multi-day bike tours. These are just a few reasons why cycling culture is different from fitness/gym culture.
This is a compliment to a road bike and really motivational. I agree that the Zen can be a bit US especially for the Euro audience but that aside the bike, the classes are absolutely incredible. I cannot recommend this enough. Dennis is the best!!!!!!!
I love Dennis Morton!!
Peloton has upper body workouts that you can tag on after a 45-minute ride, not to mention boot camp, strength training, yoga, outdoor running - so mix it up dude.
I really like my Peloton bike. I bought it prior to my knee replacement, my road mileage was getting so low I was getting out of shape. The Peloton enabled me to do a little every day so I went into the surgery in pretty good shape. After the surgery it really made a quick recovery possible. I am six months out and usually am in the top 10% of riders. Benji remarked about instructors as he was showing Jess King. I did her once and she was so new age spacey I never tried again. The Brits, Ben and Leanne are good, so is Olivia. I love all the data the Peloton provides. Not cheap, but worth it, IMHO.
I’m obsessed with my Peloton! I’ve owned it for half a year so far and have 8 videos on my channel documenting my experience and Peloton current events. I wonder how the Peloton will keep holding up against soul cycles indoor cycling bike now!
Excited to get my bike. I’m going to include HIIT sessions and weight lifting. Anyone will loose muscle by only doing cardio.
I'd rather buy a cheap road bike and a smart trainer like a Wahoo Kickr Snap, get on zwift / trainer road and get fit / have fun. At least then if you find you really enjoy biking you can actually get out and explore the world.
illizard8 plus in Zwift you “feel” like you’re actually biking somewhere instead of just starring at numbers and an instructor
Better yet, get a decent bike with the money you save on all the indoor trainer hardware, and GET OUT OF THE HOUSE and ride, ride, ride!
Worth every penny! Love my Peloton!
You should try becoming a meme lord for 2 weeks
See what happens
I became a memelord for 40 hours....... i can now travel anywhere in the universe and time travel via wormhole.........and when i went to the year 2049, baron trump was president, elon was the emperor of mars and still.......STILL..... no russia collusion
You get copyright striked because of article 13
👏🏼👏🏼
ϽℲʞ what’s artical 13 pls explain I’m dumb
Keep in mind that the videos on the bike is not just for riding, it has many other exercises to be doing, like weights and floor mats, which you can fling it to your TV to see it.
This doesn’t in any way make me want to buy a Peloton.
Profit Glen wish
Happy
Wispets
The wispers
"FUK" IT THEN, STAY FAT AND OUTTA SHAPE, IT ONLY GETS WORST!!!!...SMFH
@@mrs.berniemadoff3324 but what if the person wanted to workout doing other things
Like lifting, or just dieting, martial arts, or sports?
That's kinda ignant of you to think you can only workout with a peleton bike... I get that it's the hot new ipo that had a bad first few days, but still...
As long as people are working out and trying to eat right, then why be mad?
I would totally get it (especially if they had an instalment plan). I find going to classes a bit of a problem and at least having this in your home would negate scheduling issues.
Marcus Chan Very late response but if you’re still interested in the bike they do have a 0% apr installment plan with no fees. There is a $39 a month subscription for the classes but it includes cycling, running, walking, yoga, cardio, meditation, etc. definitely worth it. You can share the subscription with an unlimited # of friends/family as long as only 3 people take classes at a time.
If you end up purchasing the bike you can use my referral code for $100 off accessories: J2V4D3. I’d suggest you use the discount on the shoes featured in this video ($125 so $25 with the promo code). Order a size up because they run small.
@@KirstinPollock Would love to be able to subscribe, but I'm in Malaysia and I doubt that service is available here!! lol
Imagine working out for 2 weeks and expecting to see major results.
Seriously!!!! 1 month minimum, if even depending on your athletic level, is when you start seeing changes/ results
I don't think he expected it. That said, he did see major results so it's possible. Not sustainable but possible.
You can see major changes in a week. It just depends on how hard you work!! Don’t let time control you
@liquid sword also he did see big results
He risk injury
I have this bike and am very happy with it. It’s quite cheaper than paying for cycling classes over time. It’s about convenience. I can get on whenever I want and join a class or any previous class. I’ve am able to see the difference in my body after riding for a month. If anyone is thinking about getting one my advice is take a cycling class to see if you like it and also see the cost for a year. If you like it you will see it’s cheaper to buy the bike than to pay for classes.
I bought a used Schwinn Spin bike probably about 10 years old from a used gym equipment store for $350. So think about it, it's a 2010 model which was really nice and still is the thing works perfect. I also bought some of those riding shoes for $100 (trust me you'll get a better workout with those shoes) and I get just as good a workout as with the peloton. I'm not putting it down I'm just saying no way I would spend $2,000 on a spin bike if I didn't have to. I mean if you can afford it or if you really want it then hey God bless you. I'm just here to encourage you no matter what your price range.
this bike has changed my life it's expensive but worth it because I save money in the long run since I don't have a gym membership anymore. At the same time, I'm getting an incredible work out bc of the app and the cardio of spinning. LOVE it and the instructors are the best
But don't you have to pay monthly fees to get the workouts?
@@ginag8723 yeah it's around $30 per bike subscription. It's the cheapest family gym membership my family of 5 has ever had
Just buy a regular bodymax spin cycle and watch spin classes on TH-cam. Save $100's
Right!
I’ve just bought a Bodymax 💁🏼 spin bike and I’m really impressed and then attach my iPad and put on peloton , boooooooooooom hippity hop baby 🔥
@@sammie2728 yeah or any of the ones you can find online. Peloton I guess is live but wgaf
What does wgaf mean ??!
I would give a kidney for a Peloton bike for real - they look amazing but a gals gotta make do 🤸🏼♀️🌈🏄🏼♀️⌚️
@@sammie2728 who gives a f***
Completely disagree with you regarding the instructors. Peloton’s mission is based on the everyday person, trying to squeeze in whatever work out they can in their busy schedules. It’s meant for soccer moms and single dads, the instructors words not only push you to be your best self but sometimes validate your existence for taking that first step of health and well-being. No it’s not a therapy session, your comment on that is completely inaccurate. However, it is motivational and sometimes just what someone needs to go from “I can’t do this anymore” to “I got this, I am valid and I will do great things”. For many, the instructors are why people love Peloton. It’s not the equipment, it’s the support and confidence you gain by joining the Peloton family. If you didn’t grasp that, then you did this for all the wrong reasons.
"language" you would not like soulcycle then lmao it's like a therapy session and hard workout all in one
‘I tried something for two weeks. Here’s what happened’ NOTHING substantial. Real change takes time and consistency. Quick fixes never produce lasting results
wow tech insider is turning into BuzzFeed
Stephen B Why do these guys sound like this? Odd and effeminate. It’s like they’re made in some kind of soy lab somewhere. I don’t know anybody in real life that sounds like that.
@@RhinoAg You've never met a gay man in your life?
@@anncokafor I’ve met one yes. Didn’t talk like that. I did have a waiter once in Atlanta that acted like this and it’s weird af.
I didn't do peloton for 2 years and I am still happier than before :-) ( to be honest: I never did it coz I am a runner, 64 years old , 120 KM /week ,perfect body weight, and happy to be outdoors no matter what weather), I rather invest my money into good running shoes
I love the peloton app on a different bike that I could afford...app has amazing classes and is so worth it.
I can confirm this statement on my 28 week streak
Nothing beats a live spin class.
5:40 yhhhh it was definitely the "language" that motivated you there buddy.
Don’t think so. You maybe not him
Homie is definitely gay
He said if he were to critique anything about the Peloton bike it would be the "motivational language" they use because it sounds inauthentic and he's not doing the workout for therapy.
that bosom...lol
🤣🤣🤣
I bought a peloton little over a year ago to stay fit in the mountain bike off season.
I was definitely skeptical that I’d even use it.
I rode all winter religiously hour to hour and half of classes 4 days a week.
I did have knee pain at first until I got fit dialed in.
Then spring mud season was over trails opened and not only did my legs gain massive size gains my climbing ability was off the charts.
My balance was a bit rusty but the strength heart and breathing endurance was worth every penny.
I mean huge time difference’s and the ease of just pedaling made focus dialed in as well.
I will also mention this riding was mixed with squats deadlifts and leg presses which was my normal yearly routine.
Sure you could put I pad on stationary but it’s the peloton ecosystem that helps keep you interested
Well this is spot on (and obvious) to what I would have expected with ANY endurance sport. Cardio and Vo2 max improves at the sacrifice of muscle. That's why endurance athletes are lanky.
Being an avid cyclist outdoors and on Zwift and having done my fair share of spin classes ... it all comes downs to whatever works for you. I find Zwift more engaging and much more competitive to a spin class but Peloton is a nice set up. Unless you are absolutely time crunched or a gym is way too far, I would say a spin class at your local gym would be a good alternative (not the boutique $$$ spin gyms). If you want true performance gains that translates to outdoor gains, Zwift or Trainer Road is the way to go. Zwift is the real disruptor.. so much that professional riders are using it and it's being integrated into pro races - giro d'italia for example. They are creating an e-sport and teams like Data Dimension have competitions to scout for the next upcoming star!
I live in the west coast and was in Hoboken for work so I couldn’t resist the chance to go to the city one night for a live class. I too had the same issue where the metrics were WAY off. I concluded though that the bikes in the studio are different than those sold to use in the home. I don’t know if I’m right but I know 40 resistance at home is easy cruising at 40 resistance in the studio was like 55 at home.
Also, I’d be curious to know how much better your results could have been if you had incorporated a few rest days. Many of the instructors often stress the need for rest days.
I did a bike doup and love it. I can see the investment being worth the $$ you unload $150/mnth in a studio why wouldn’t you pay per month for a bike? These instructors are some of the best and the motivation is amazing. I like that they give you inspiration but then again I’m not a put on my headphones and run type of exerciser. Anyways. Love peloton and love their program ❤️
loved my first sesson today :)
Fair play, but I disagree completely on the instructors. Jess King is underrated as a philosopher. When you're in the pain cave on her weekly Sweat Steady, I enjoy her raw, profane motivation. To each his own!
$2,000 for a monitor with some LIVE cheerleaders. pfft. what a rip!
5:38 This particular instructor definitely has something to motivate you with besides language
i came to the comments to say that haha
Yup, triggered
LOL Yes the Jess King experience
Awesome. This is a marvelous way to recuperate from total knee replacement and concentrating on my endurance at the same time. The virtual exploration is amazing. Great Job.
Same here, achieving those first complete 360 revolutions was the hardest part.
I stumbled upon this video by chance but am grateful for it. Thanks so much... The video certainly inspired me to ride my bike again. All the best , God bless you!
You don’t need an expensive equipment to help you stay in shape period!
All you need is a Sole SB900 and simple Apple Music rhythmic beats. No tv, no you tube, no classes. Just pure workout without distraction.
so funny - I know exactly what you mean by the instructors and the motivational conversation. There are some instructors I will not ride with since I get so annoyed with the talking
Do they talk through the whole class or do they allow you to listen to the song and just ride (w occasional instruction of course)
This was great. Both journalist and lab instructors nailed it.
8:55 Uh oh, someone forgot to turn on the mic
You can get the best turbo trainer for $1400, put a decent bike on it and pay $15 bucks a month for Zwift . It's like riding outside. Resistance changes with terrain. You can draft, they have organized rides, races, and training plans. Spin bikes hurt me, when I stop pedaling, that feedback from the flywheel is painful, while on my turbo on my bike, I stop pedaling, it freewheels. I might add that you could get the same experience you get with peloton with a noncontrollable trainer for like $200. The value is just not there, but most people that buy into it can afford it. I guess if you only do spin classes, Peleton is the way to go. Their monthly fee also includes family members.
I feel like you didn’t take full advantage of everything it offers with the different types of classes and didn’t give yourself long enough to really see results. It would be interesting to see it on a longer term trying out all the coaches and the different classes and incorporate rest days.
I got injured from running and cycling has really helped me keep fit , I love it
goozoo49 I was running 6 days a week but like 6 miles each day , no good bc I broke my metatarsal bone from overuse
Was this video sponsored? Should be the first thing mentioned.
It wasnt sponsored by anybody, otherwise they legally wouldve had to say it in the video. At the end of the video, though, the guy did hint to being paid a lot of money for completing the challenge
if it was sponsored they did a pretty bad job at hyping it up 🤣
@@russell1362 Legally required? Who's still enforcing laws against corporations? 🤣
Why? Can you afford a $2,000 indoor bike?
King T Animations IF IT WAS SPONSORED THEN THEY WOULD HAVE A LINK IN THE DESC
This is so detailed and holistic!!! Love this.
I bought an exercise bike for $10 second hand. Set a tv and apple tv box up in front of it and within 20 minutes I burn 300 calories.
Bike: $10
Tv: already had
Apple box thingy: borrowed
Wifi and electricity: not much.
No gym fees. No ridiculously expensive new toy that most likely will be a clothes hanger within 6 months.
This was an excellent video! Better journalism than we get in the news. Thanks for all of the information!
bruh how has no one mentioned the fact that he biked around 14 miles everyday...
thats nothing, it's not running. Even running 14 miles everyday is a lot but not that crazy tbh. Can't give an exact number but you could probably go at least 2-3 times faster on a bike. He mentioned he only rode for 45 minutes a day too, just to show you how not very far that is xd
That’s not a lot
@@gfhufhu4 as an ex college athlete 14 miles of running is a lot of running for the average runner. Our long runs were anywhere from 14 to 18 miles at collegiate athletes in insane shape. But your point was right that 14 miles of biking is nothing. people don't realize how fast you actually go on a bike and the difference between the two. People need only look at the distance split of a triathlon to know the difference
I bought a 150 USD mexican Mercurio stationary bike(30 years warranty with daily use), and I can attest the results. I dropped 35 lbs and my conditioning was tight. I used spinning classes on youtube. You get the same results with 90% less of the money
The Concept2 rower/Erg... truly my favorite cardio equipment. Once the technical is learned (how to correctly row... catch, drive, hip swing and pull)... it’s wonderful for both endurance and strength.
I'm definitely not going to buy a Peloton but this video has made me decide to commit to biking 45 minutes a day to help keep the weight off during the quarantine!
You will never be this fit ever again after two weeks? The hyperbole - I lost interest right then.. He sounds like he's a paid sponsor..
Jesus, just watching this guy's form in the first 3 minutes of the video was enough to let me know he was going to have a hip issue. I don't think it's possible to sit more upright without standing.
Do people really see this commercial as sexist? I don't see anything wrong. Just a woman looking for a healthier lifestyle. The ridiculous price, that I have a problem with.
Thank you! Me either. I saw nothing sexist about a woman who enjoys a spin bike her husband bought for her. I think they are mad that a slightly thin person was used (I don't know?). I sought out the commercial expecting the husband to tell the wife that she needed to loose weight or something...? It is just a woman biking. The fragility of people these days is astounding.
A workout class is therapy to me.
The peloton is amazing I was 230 at my max few months ago and 210 when I started using it lil over month ago. I’m now at 190 and do the bike 2 times a day
Your wallet is a lot lighter too. You could've just gone for a run.
SeaJayB they did what works and what motivated them. The bonus is that they didn’t spend your money on the bike, so you have nothing to worry about
I assume that you’re talking about weight and not watts?
@@jacobbarrick6947 yup weight
@@sjaykay9884 exactly lol
Hey, I stumbled upon your "peloton" video and couldn't help but share my personal experience with freebeat Lit Bike. As someone who struggled to stay motivated during workouts, Lit Bike has been a game-changer for me. The fusion of music and rhythm into the workout has made it more enjoyable and engaging, and I always find myself pushing my boundaries to match the beat. The on-screen scoring system is equally motivating, and I feel a sense of accomplishment with every beat matched.
Awesome! Imagine if he did this along with strength training! Peloton seems like a great addition to an well balanced fitness schedule
We got one for this past Christmas. My husband got his centennial t shirt 5 months in. Me?!!! I did 7 rides and a handful of yoga or strength classes. So chances are, half the people who bought it and are paying $38 per month are not using it. The other half however are now making their bodies stronger, healthier, and leaner.