“Spinning” a indoor cycle class on a stationary bike with a 15 pound front fly wheel controlled by resistance.\u00a0 The class is lead by an instructor who guides you through a ride simulating the outdoors.\u00a0 Done to upbeat music experiencing flat roads, sprints, jumps and hill climbing.\u00a0 Some classes are\u00a0held in the dark so you can close your eyes and visualize the “open road”.<\/p>\n
What a great way to burn over 500 calories in 50 minutes or less. That is just one benefit to spinning. There are so many more such as weight loss, increased energy and bone density, stronger heart and lungs, decreased stress and anxiety, better sleep and lowers your risk\u00a0for heart disease. Wow!!! All packed in one class if consistently done 2-3 times a week. Oh…I forgot to mention its easy on the joints. Your knees will thank you.\u00a0\u00a0Which is the\u00a0main reason I started to spin.<\/p>\n
I’ve been a consistent spin rider for about 2.5\u00a0years now. I’m also a runner.\u00a0I average about 20 miles a week, sometimes more when I’m really motivated. I love to run, run, run!\u00a0 After having my two kids\u00a0I noticed my anxiety levels increased with the everyday hustle of life.\u00a0 My remedy was to get out and run. As we know our bodies can’t handle the constant pounding,\u00a0especially on the knees.\u00a0When I would run the pain would start about mile 4. My doctor told me to start cross training\u00a0with other activities if I wanted to continue to run. I tried\u00a0other cardio classes like kickboxing and step, but\u00a0my\u00a0knees would still cry out to me. \u00a0I tried a spin class and I was hooked. My knees feel great after each class and no pounding on the joints.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A great alternative\u00a0to running.\u00a0 I still run 3-4 times a week and spin between my run days.<\/p>\n
When I workout I love to sweat and oh boy do you work up a sweat in spin class. As your heart rate increases sweat drips down from your body to the bike and down on the floor. You can’t leave the spin room without giving your bike the proper wipe down. I must say the first time\u00a0I finished a spin class\u00a0I was sore in places I couldn’t even imagine. My glutes, quads, arms and core all felt the pain.\u00a0 A lot of people\u00a0shy away\u00a0from spin class because of that feeling. I’m here to tell you don’t get discouraged . With proper form and equipment your ride will become enjoyable. During your first spin class the instructor will come and help you with the setup for your bike based on your height. During the class she will advise you with proper form.\u00a0I do highly recommend having a pair of padded cycling shorts or a gel seat cover. Spin shoes are not required but with my experience you will have a more efficient ride. You don’t have to spend a fortune, a\u00a0basic pair will do.<\/p>\n
Most classes require a heart rate monitor, but if you don’t have one the instructor will have you follow the RPE chart(rate of perceived exertion). A water bottle or two is a must. You definitely want to hydrate before, during and after class.\u00a0 I promise after you get comfortable on your bike you will have a fantastic ride (cardio wise). My advice to you is to “push through” the intensity of the class and feel awesome after. This is why\u00a0I spin.\u00a0 Happy Spinning!!!!!<\/p>\n
Sandy Butler<\/p>\n
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“Spinning” a indoor cycle class on a stationary bike with a 15 pound front fly wheel controlled by resistance.\u00a0 The class is lead by an instructor who guides you through a ride simulating the outdoors.\u00a0 Done to upbeat music experiencing flat roads, sprints, jumps and hill climbing.\u00a0 Some classes are\u00a0held in the dark so you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mbp_gutenberg_autopost":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n