How to do the Bicycling
- To begin, seat yourself on the bike and adjust the seat to your height.
Muscles worked
| Role | Muscles |
|---|---|
| Primary | quads |
| Secondary | calves, glutes, hamstrings |
| Equipment | other equipment |
| Difficulty | beginner |
No other equipment? Train the same muscles with these
Ordered by how likely you are to own the 6 options.
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Common questions
What muscles does the Bicycling work?
The Bicycling primarily works the quads, with the calves, glutes, and hamstrings as secondary movers. Bicycling, Stationary, Elliptical Trainer, and Recumbent Bike train the same muscle, across 9 equipment types.
What equipment do you need for the Bicycling?
The Right Equipment. Without the right equipment, Trail Running/Walking, Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound, and Bench Jump train the same muscle, and 27 of the catalogue's options for this muscle need no equipment.
Is the Bicycling suitable for beginners?
Yes, the Bicycling is rated beginner. Lying Prone Quadriceps, Conan's Wheel, and Yoke Walk are the progressions from here.
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