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Spinning classes...to do or not to do
I just transferred to the blue ash Bally's fitness and they have a spinning (reaction cycling) class that i can actually attend but here's the thing..... I have heard many great things about spinning, but I am very overweight and out of shape and i really don't want to fall off my bike in front of everyone, or start wheezing and coughing from being out of breath or anything embarrassing like that.
So, if anyone has any experience with these type of classes, would you say someone in my physical state could keep up with the class or should I just avoid it and stick with the ellipticals and treadmills?
Re: Spinning classes...to do or not to do
Spinning is a very challenging class, but it's only as hard core as you make it. Even when I was in great shape, I didn't follow the spinning instructor to the letter. When he told the class to increase the bike's resistance, sometimes I didn't. You can do the same. You also don't have to come out of the saddle when the instructor does. And you are not going to fall off your bike; I mean, I can't even imagine a scenario where that would happen. If you're very self-conscious, show up to class early and take a bike in the back row.
You will burn calories like nobody's business if you spin. I should be spinning myself, but I haven't been to the gym in months.
I was the type I thought I could NEVER make it through spinning. But I tried it anyway after being dragged to a class by a co-worker. I now LOVE it! It is a challenge, but only as challenging as you make it. You are in control of the resistance that you add to the bike. My instructor's biggest advice was, no matter what, just keep pedaling, even if you can't do all of the moves at first, stay on your bike and keep moving! I have lost 25lbs doing spinning once a week and the ellipticals 2 of the other days. I look at it as a self challenge and am so proud of myself when I make it through the class. Get to your first class early, talk to the instructor and tell them you are new. They will show you how to use the bikes properly and make sure you have the seat and handle bars set up. Make sure you take a towel and plenty of water. Sitting in the back of the room may make you feel more comfortable, plus you have plenty of people to watch to see how they do everything. Oh yeah, I have also never seen anyone fall off the bike!!! You'll be fine! Good luck!
I have a friend that's been spinning for years, and she absolutely loves it. She got a guest pass for me at her gym to try out a class with her, and for someone like myself who doesnt really excersize, especially not like this... it was a great workout. You can go at your own pace pretty much which is nice as you dont feel like you're forced to follow the instructors lead. They keep the rooms really cold, with fans everywhere and typically its really dark too so you're not baking while you get your work out. My only complaint is that the seats take some getting used to. During the ride, I began to look forward to the hill simulations as it was an op to rest my bum. Although my friend says that after a few classes you get used to the chairs and you can get pads for the seats as well. It burns a ton of calories in a short period of time. Get a heart rate monitor and that'll help you determine just how many calories you're burning. Other than that, its great! Good Luck!
I agree with the PPs, give it a try. If you can, get there early and let the instructor know that you've never taken a class before. They should show you the bikes and how to fit them, etc. They should also ease your fear about keeping up. I was there myself (and still am) and honestly, there are still some days where it is all I can do to just keep pedalling. The worst part for me after my first class was pain in my hands and butt from the bike. Ha! I could hardly sit down for a day. I highly recommend a pair of bike gloves and a bike saddle cover made of gel if you like it and decide you're going to stick with it.