Can I build bulk to my legs with a stationary bike?

[Jack3d]

Speaking generally, no.

What exactly is "hurting" when you do squats?

Because it's probably form related. If that is the case, try box squatting instead to help get your form down.

[Unknown Champ]

the side of my leg near the knee cap. sharp pain

[Jack3d]

can you post a video of your form?

[El_Forklift]

[QUOTE=bearman3000;9601744]No insurance. Will cycling hurt?[/QUOTE

Dont think so.... And last time I asked they told me that your hamstrings need to be 60% of what you do with your quads ..... example if you do 100lbs on knee extension you need to do 60lb on flexion

[El_Forklift]

the side of my leg near the knee cap. sharp pain

I believe its the acl your ligaments are ****ed up.... they recover but slowly you should check yourself or read up on the subject on google scholar there are a bunch of medicinal journals

[BrooklynBomber]

If they are very weak to begin with, then yes, to some point.

BTW, knee and leg injuries are something to be check by a doctor.

[Klemman]

A couple of things:

IT Band Syndrome is usually caused by overuse and/or weakness in the core supporting areas such as the hips and glutes. It's not so much an imbalance like what causes chondomalacia of the patella (runner's knee) where the hamstrings overpower the quads and pull on the patella.

The best things to do to relieve the pain are stretching, massage- if you can't afford a LMT, try using a foam roller. Also elastic bands that work your legs outward.

Finally, if you do bike, try doing fast intervals as opposed to long slow sessions which can cause more pain. I personally like bikes that utilize air resistance as opposed to magnetic or friction. The air resistance bikes feel more like riding an actual bike.

[Spartacus Sully]

Finally, if you do bike, try doing fast intervals as opposed to long slow sessions which can cause more pain. I personally like bikes that utilize air resistance as opposed to magnetic or friction. The air resistance bikes feel more like riding an actual bike.

and the short fast intervals will also bulk up your legs more then long slow sessions.

[Unknown Champ]

I developed this strange sharp pain in my knee due to over use of muathai kicks. I think the pivoting action did me in.

You guys are all awesome man and I appreciate your thoughts and concerns, hell thanks a ton!!!

[Anti~Jalandoni]

I have a annoying problem with one of my IT bands and cant do squats and lunges without irritating my leg. I can ride a bike. So i was wondering if i buy a good quality stationary bike can it not only help my cardio but build good size to my legs? Also,Recumbent bike or upright stationary bike?

Your input is valuable!

Yes, but Squat is much better.