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As a quasi sidenote, most gyms already implement this on a smaller scale on their elliptical and spinning machines as they're usually self powered and you can regulate the resistance the machine offers, which I assume must increase or decrease the number of magnets around the flywheel.

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However, most energy you burn in a gym is converted into heat energy, which the gym then burns extra electricity trying to air condition.