Spin class...

I tried spin a while back and I was in so much pain afterwards that I never went back. On Sunday I decided to give it another try, due to my bad knee problems, and it was a totally different experience! I feel so good and was not in much pain this time at all. Probably due to a significant weight loss since the last time I tried it and the fact that my butt is smaller...HA! Now, I can't wait to go to spin! It is an awesome workout! I would recommend it to anyone! :glasses:

I've always wanted to try it. How long do the classes usually last? The gym I currently go to, doesn't offer them, but they will be relocating and will have it then. I can't wait to try it!! I little intimiated though. I always hear it such a great work out....

I am a spin instructor and classes typically run 45-60 min depending on the gym. It is a great workout-mostly because it challenges your body in a way it isn't used to everyday.-so a great way to change it up and cross-train. However, if you only did spin everyday as your workout, your body would get used to it and eventually you would plateau and stop making progress. The key is to keep changing it up with different types of cardio (spin, run/walk, elliptical, swim, stairs, etc). It is the same concept of why interval training is so successful and shows proven results. Anyways, don't be intimidated or give up after one try. Every class and instructor is different. One tip is to make sure you are using proper form and go at your own pace. If it is your first time, you control the resisitance-do your best to keep up with the instructor, but you can always adjust it if you aren't at that level yet. Keep it up and good luck!

They are also great all-level classes because you can really go to your own speed and heart rate but still keep up with the class.

As I continue on this new lifestyle I find myself focusing more on challenging my limits rather than concentrating on the number on the scale. I did my first half marathon in Oct which was awesome! After that I decided to try spinning since I've always found it to be really intimidating. So I decided I would make myself go to a spin class once a week. I thought I was going to die after the first class (and really who puts a spin class room upstairs so you have to walk down steep steel stairs afterwards?). But I loved it. It is such a good workout and gives me such a high afterwords. And I don't think I have ever sweat that much in a class before. When I do it I am dripping with sweat. Even my wrists and hands get sweaty making it hard to hold onto the handles. By the end of each class I am exhausted to the point of wanting to cry. But when it is done I feel pride, relief and such a rush.

I am totally hooked.

I've ALWAYS wanted to do this.

theres a gym by my house that has them everyday at 9:30.

I never thought about my butt though, that'd kill.

I used to bike everywhere, so it might not be that bad.

I really want to try it though !

I just finished my first class. My personal trainer challenged me to 20 minutes but stayed the whole class due to the embarrassed of leaving before it was over. I controlled the tension in the bike and was not embarrassed about doing an "easier" version. The calorie burn was awesome and the music was motivational. What I want to know from you all SPINNERS, - how bad is my butt going to ache?

As I continue on this new lifestyle I find myself focusing more on challenging my limits rather than concentrating on the number on the scale. I did my first half marathon in Oct which was awesome! After that I decided to try spinning since I've always found it to be really intimidating. So I decided I would make myself go to a spin class once a week. I thought I was going to die after the first class (and really who puts a spin class room upstairs so you have to walk down steep steel stairs afterwards?). But I loved it. It is such a good workout and gives me such a high afterwords. And I don't think I have ever sweat that much in a class before. When I do it I am dripping with sweat. Even my wrists and hands get sweaty making it hard to hold onto the handles. By the end of each class I am exhausted to the point of wanting to cry. But when it is done I feel pride, relief and such a rush.

I am totally hooked.

That is totally hilarious I can so relate! I did my first spin class today! Wow what a workout! I picked a bike far from the door and had to get up off the bike to get the paper towel cleanup gear...trying not to fall down the whole way in front of the whole class...then down two flights...you got to be kidding me! I'll be back though...next time I'm going to get the bike close to the door though

We're gonna go down and try it tomorrow I think. We have our gel butt seat covers all ready!

Took my first 40 min spin class, overall not bad at all, only thing thats sore is def my butt.. makes you look forward to those hill climbs tho!