Spin Class booked - terrified!

Depends on the instructor how good the music is, but it's usually catchy. It won't be that bad, just go at your own pace and you'll be fine.

don't be afraid...you'll love it....as PAZlady says you do it at your own pace...go easy on the tensions at first and no one knows what tension you have it at and we're all different. No one takes any notice of anyone else. You'll have a great workout....i used to be scared but love it now...i'm going for first time since before xmas tonight! you do some great classes already so don't be scared.
enjoy )

I LOVE spin. My favourite class, have done them on and off for years.

Why are spin classes great...

...you burn LOADS of calories without putting loads of strain on your joints
...the relatively stationary position means the extra rolls of fat that wobble unflatteringly don't (well not AS much!)
...doesn't require learning lots of moves/hand eye coordination
...regardless of fitness, everyone looks as dead as each other at the end

But I have had bad ones, so...

...get there a bit early, introduce yourself to the instructor and ask for clear instructions on how to set up the bike. If the positioning is wrong you will be sore in all the wrong ways
...also ask the instructor what will happen during the class. Different instructors use the bikes in different ways. A spin bike has a dial on it for resistance to make it harder/easier and the idea is you change it up and down during the session. Different instructors communicate this differently - e.g. one of mine tells you to put it up/down a specific amount (e.g. 1/2 turn, 1/4 turn) another just says up/down and how you should be feeling

Also remember...

...drink water beforehand and take a water bottle with you to have close by to drink during the class

I did my first full spin class last week...my butt hurt for two days after! It is a great workout though...burns tons of calories! Everyone I've talked to says you have to do it 2-3 times before the saddle stops hurting your butt...I hope they're right! Ha!

ooh dont be terriefied! its alot of fun! like everything else, you will want to die while in class, but then youll grow to love it if u have the right instructor. my current instructor really sucks so i dont take it anymore. but lots of fun!!

Spin is a fantastic class! It torches calories, they play upbeat music. Yes, there will be some soreness the first couple of classes but it goes away pretty quickly. Have fun!!

Do your best, and FORGET THE REST!!!

You will do fine! I'm an instructor and trust me, there are all ages, sizes, and fitness levels in class. Bring a water bottle and a towel, and get after it! You can take breaks anytime, just sit down and pedal till you recover enough to jump back in. Don't worry about people judging, just do your thing. I bet you will surprise yourself! I never understood why people are so intimidated by spinning in particular. Things like step class are so much more difficult to master!

Your butt will be sore for a few days afterwards, but if you do spin regularly, that goes away after a few weeks. Let us know how you do. Watch out, you might get hooked!

You'll be fine!

The good thing about spin is it is interval training so you know if you're going through a particularly tough track, you'll get some form of cool down after. It is not easy at all but the pace and the music and the instructor make it so much fun and a 50 min class for me goes by in a flash!

Also, if you are finding it difficult, you know you can set your bike resistance so it suits you, especially for the first time

Good luck, it's addictive!

You can do it....It's fun. It's a lot of work but you will do just fine. It's a great sense of accomplishment and a great burn. Don't let inexperience keep you from trying something new.

Spin is great! I love love love how much it makes me sweat! All the advice here is great - get there early, have the instructor help you set up your bike, and don't forget the water bottle and towel. Your butt will hurt the first few times, it's true. But after the 3rd class, your body will be used to it and you can just enjoy the workout. Best thing about spin class above other classes is that we do it in a darkened room, so there's no peer pressure. If you can work through the sore behind for a few classes, (and you can - if I can do it, anyone can!) you will love the great cardio and leg workout you'll get!

Love spin class! Give it a try and go at your own pace

You will sweat lots! Enjoy!

I love, love, love spin but I was nervous when I did my 1st class in Sept. My gym only started offering it then so I wanted to try it.

Your ar*e might be a bit sore after, but not too bad if you make sure the saddle and handle bars are in the correct position. The instructor when I did my first class didn't bother helping anyone, so I ended up in a wrong position and was uncomfortable.

I did spin today and it was a good class as the music worked well with what we were doing. I did it last Wed with a different instructor and found the class a bit boring.

They turn the lights down really low at my gym and have lights on the wall that flash in time with the music!

I always look forward to spin

mushmouth, thanks for posting, and thanks everyone for responding. Today is my orientation session so I can start spinning, too... so this has all been very helpful... never thought about getting a seat at Walmart! All good advice... I can't wait!