Indoor Cycling VS Roller, Pros and Cons

When winter arrives, bringing cold and rain, our cycling training becomes more complicated , and doubts arise about how to stay in shape on the bike during this challenging time.

Here are two options, with their advantages and disadvantages so you can decide on one of them according to your objectives.

Indoor cycling training

Many athletes opt for group indoor cycling classes during the winter to maintain their fitness and cycling training routine.

Although it can be a good option for moderate to vigorous cardiovascular training when done in group classes led by professionals, the various geometries of these bikes are not similar to those of triathlon or cycling, so there will always be variations in the biomechanics of pedaling and body position.

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Roller training

Roller training is rejected by some athletes due to the prior logistics involved in preparing it (removing or changing the wheel or tire, mounting it on the roller, arranging the room floor to avoid damaging it, etc.) or even the monotony of the training compared to road training.

However, opting for indoor cycling with our own bicycle can be more beneficial since we are achieving greater adaptation of our body to the position of the bicycle , as well as a pedaling motion very similar to the one we will perform on the road.

In addition, the excuses commonly used for not performing these workouts are relegated with the new roller versions that offer many interactive routes for training, much simpler and faster assemblies, with less noise and erosion of the bicycle.

 Cros and Cons of Indoor Roller and Cycle Training

But keep in mind the factors that influence according to the option you choose!

Laura García Cervantes