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<\/p>\nIf you\u2019re looking to cycling to make your butt bigger \u2014 or you\u2019re conversely worried that it will \u2014 you should know that building muscle isn\u2019t easy. It\u2019s a process that requires resistance training and proper nutrition in equal, ample measure.<\/p>\n
So while cycling can make your butt bigger, you probably needn\u2019t worry about having to replace all the chairs in your house. Even if you train and eat right, your genetics also affect how much muscle you can gain \u2014 and how quickly.<\/p>\n
For these reasons and more, it\u2019s crucial to also focus on yourself instead of others, especially when evaluating your progress.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Your gluteal muscles are essential for powering your stride during indoor cycling rides, points out Melanie Melillo, CPT. Using them during these workouts \u201cwill shape and tone them and make them stronger,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n
This is especially true of the MYX II Bike since, as Melillo points out, \u201cit has a 41-pound flywheel that creates resistance when you ride.\u201d In that way, your indoor cycling session can act \u201clike strength training for your legs,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n
And, if you already have glute muscle but want to make it more apparent by losing fat, cycling can help with that, too.<\/p>\n
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Cycling can absolutely help you build muscle, says Melillo, but other parts of your lifestyle should also support that goal. That means indoor cycling can fit into your fitness routine whether you\u2019re looking to build muscle mass or not.<\/p>\n
\u201cResistance training alone can build a certain amount of muscle because our muscles adapt to the stress\u00a0we place on them,\u201d explains Melillo. \u201cBut you need hormones, like testosterone, and specific nutrition in combination with specific training\u00a0to make muscles thicker and bulkier,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n
Building muscle is calorically expensive to your body, so you\u2019ll have difficulty adding any if you\u2019re not eating enough. That also means that people who want to use indoor cycling to slim down rather than build muscle can do so by creating a caloric deficit.<\/p>\n
You don\u2019t need to be overly concerned about unintentionally building muscle, underscores Melillo.<\/p>\n
\u201cNo one should be afraid of getting stronger,\u201d she says, adding that \u201cit takes a lot of incredibly hard work to make your muscles big.\u201d<\/p>\n
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For starters, you should check your form to make sure it\u2019s correct. While \u201cthere is no special form that will use your glutes more when cycling,\u201d according to Melillo, proper indoor cycling form \u201calways matters for safety and injury prevention.\u201d<\/p>\n
Knowing your goals is key to getting the most from your indoor cycling. If you\u2019re trying to build muscle, use our tips alongside your fitness routine. Make sure you\u2019re also eating enough to fuel your activities and promote muscle growth.<\/p>\n
Melillo suggests that you \u201cfollow the BODi trainer\u2019s cues for heart rate and cadence\u201d to get your best ride possible and also make use of the resistance on the bike.<\/p>\n
But you\u2019ll also be the most satisfied with your cycling if you\u2019re realistic about your goals. Building muscle is hard, so it can take time and consistent effort. And, even if you\u2019re putting in the work, Melillo underscores that some bodies have a much harder time putting on muscle. Measure you against you, and don\u2019t forget about non-aesthetic victories\u00a0on the bike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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