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Recumbent bikes, in particular, are an excellent option for those with low back pain as the bike provides added support for the back. Recumbent bikes are also good for those who are new to cycling. The bottom line: a recumbent bike can provide a cardiovascular workout for users of virtually all ability levels.
1 Recumbent exercise bikes are more expensive than the upright ones because of their design and larger frame. 2  Your movement is very restricted on the recumbent exercise bike while on an upright bike you can pedal standing up, sitting down or even slouching forward (like in a race bike position). relatively new entry into the world of fitness machines is the ârecumbentâ exercise bike. The recumbent exercise bike seeks to do away with all the discomfort and disadvantages that an upright bike posed for many workout enthusiasts who were just starting off.