One of the most common practices for increasing cadence is simply to ride in a lower gear but in the winter we can but better then that. You can buy a in door trainer.
In door trainers come in a variety styles and designs. Roller type of trainers consist of three roller system. One roller is set forward for the front wheel to ride on and a belt is strung from it to the second roller which is set in front of the rear wheel. The third roller is set to the rear of the rear wheel, the second roller and third act as a cradle for the rear wheel. The only drag in most of the systems is the bearings of the rollers. You must also learn to balance on the rollers. Riders sometimes complain that you can't get a hard enough workout.
The other types of Trainers use a rear wheel mounted fan or magnetic resistance device. Some only mount the rear wheel while the front of the bike rest on its front wheel. Others designs mount the front forks as well but the device does take up more floor space. A draw back to both of these designs is the noise levels that the devices produce making it a practically impossible for apartment dweller to use. The latest designs address this issue by using fluid as resistance device.
If your limited with floor space and you have a health club membership you can try the big craze at health clubs called spinning. Its the same thing cyclist have been doing for years on the road by dropping to a low gear and letting the legs fly. The machines at the health club also vary. There are about three different types of exerciser bikes at the health club, Magnetic resistance, Air (fan type) resistance and Friction resistance. I like the friction type that use a 60 to 100 pound fly wheel with a caliper brake to generate the friction. The fly wheel gives you the feeling of momentum.
Next week I'll discuss the benefits of Skiing for improving your road trips.
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