Share your Zumba/Spinning success

WannaBeThin87

I can't decide which to try. At the moment I don't exercise at all. I need some inspiration.

blackgold86

Try both?

I havent done any spinning, but Zumba is fun.. it doesn't even feel like a workout.. :flowerforyou:

WannaBeThin87

I'm really afraid to try spinning, I heard it was super hard....

etafeen

I use to be afraid of Spin because I heard how hard it was and I am not a fan of biking. My fiance made me try one class and I got hooked. While it might look intimidating it really isn't because you control how high your resistance is and no one even knows if you decide not to turn it up when the instructor says so. It is a great workout for your legs and abs. Plus it has really improved my posture. I was in good cardio shape before, I run marathons, but it increased my cardio ability and was a great way to cross train as it is low impact. I now spin at least 3 times a week!

reachme

I love zumba. Its fun.

nrod1988

I love Zumba!

Skeebee

52lbs with Zumba. :-) My before/after is on my page (yes, I gained 2lbs this week. haha!)

Kojie75

I absolutely love spinning. I find it an excellent alternative cardio and easy on the joints. I was quickly hooked and bought my own spin bike which I use all the time at home. Excellent cardio burn.

Elf_Princess1210

I enjoy Zumba so much more than spinning. It doesn't feel like a work out, it is a lot of fun, and with all the endorphins pumping through my blood stream I have more energy. Spinning just made me feel like I was being tortured. Those tiny seats are WAY too uncomfortable.

paintlisapurple

Zumba is awesome! I have it on the WII and LOVE it.

c_faulkenburg

I started Zumba in January and now try to go 3-4 times per week. I have dropped 25 pounds and 2 pants sizes. I absolutely love it. Be forewarned though, there is a little learning curve so don't give up! I used to stand in the back and now get annoyed if I have to stand there! It's a great workout and I leave exhilarated and dripping in sweat.

denezy

Do something you enjoy.

kdzi

I do both. Zumba is fun, and spinning is low impact and you can modify if you need to make it not as hard. I burn roughly 600-700/class in both, so no difference there. Try both, and keep doing what you like!

2stepscloser

If you currently don't exercise, I would recommend Zumba. I did Zumba for a year before I attempted anything else at the gym. My first spin class, I about died! Then I took two months actively working out, lifting weights and tried spin again and the class was much easier. The hardest part is getting used to the uncomfortable seat

mlogantra76

I find Zumba a lot more fun but I do like spinning as its a great workout. When I started back to exercise after almost 2 years off, I did Zumba 3-4 times a week. I still find it the most fun but I have incorporated other exercise too as I've gotten in better shape.

klharris1984

Love spinning pretty much the only exercise I have been doing and down 70lbs.

BlueEyedTXmom

I love zumba! I tried my first spinning class last week (because my fav zumba teacher teaches it!). It was tough, but I liked it and plan on adding it to my weekly routine. I say try them both (maybe with several different instructors) and see what you like. You'll be more likely to stick to it if you enjoy it!

Julie_Donahue

Try them both.
I don't like spinning (so far), but I may try it again some time.

I LOVE Zumba.

Now that I've lost almost 40 pounds and I've strengthened my legs by a lot of walking and running, I might be able to do a spin class.

The best exercise for you is the one you'll do. (Or the two you'll do if you decide you like both!)

fluffychicken7

Do zumba, it's easy, you won't even notice you're exercising.

CrazyC

Do zumba, it's easy, you won't even notice you're exercising.

^^^ this....

slim133lbs

try zumba first..and then spinning!!!