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Originally Posted by eds195
JoeK,
I cycle almost daily in my basement with an old bike up on a trainer. I set the resistance as low as it will go and try to maintain 80-90 rpms for 20-30 minutes. The circular motion and forced pedaling is the most important, not the resistance to build strength. Since I started this about 5 years ago (dx 2007, age 56) I have felt from day 1 that it has helped with my motor skills. I recommend people try it.
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That's encouraging, at least for those who can do 80 rpm unassisted. The advanced patients won't be able to do that, which is where the tandem or a motorized bike would come in handy. Unfortunately, all the commercially available motorized stationary bikes don't go over 60 rpm