- Stationary cycling is one of the most effective low impact aerobic exercises for increasing your metabolism to burn calories and fat more efficiently. Because there isn't heavy impact on your joints, stationary cycling can be a life-long form of exercise. Stamina's Elite Total Body Recumbent Bike is designed to put you in a semi-reclined position, so you work all the major muscles in your hips, thighs, and buttocks while you get a great cardiovascular workout. The convenient Walk-Thru design makes getting on and off the bike easy. It's comfortable padded seat is adjustable to put you in the perfect cycling position. Pedal using the rotating handlebars to tone your upper body, working your arms, shoulders, and back. Stamina's Elite Total Body Recumbent Bike has eight levels of quiet magnetic resistance. Adjust the tension to increase or decrease intensity, without interrupting your workout. With eight levels to choose from, your workout routine can vary every day. Use the electronic monitor to keep you motivated and on track. The battery operated electronic monitor measures speed, calories burned, distance, pulse, heart rate, workout time, and scans. The pulse sensors located in the stationary hand rails will take your pulse for display on the electronic monitor.