Thursday, December 13, 2012

They Spinnin!

About three weeks ago I decided to mix up my cardio by going to my first spin class. I was kind of intimidated going in because I didn't know what to expect and I've heard that it's pretty intense. I got there about 30 minutes before class because I wanted to get there a little early to get a good spot and to have plenty of time to adjust my bike. So, classes last an hour with the first and last five minutes used for warming-up/cooling-down and stretching while on the bike. I cycle often enough that I was comfortable being on the bike and with the movements. I couldn't imagine myself doing a spin class a year ago; it's pretty crazy! I was completely soaked with sweat when it was all over. It was an incredible workout and a good way to mix up what I was normally doing for my cardio. My only complaint the first couple of classes was my feet were killing me. I know it's because I'm not normally out of the saddle and standing that often when I'm out on an actual bike ride. It did feel good to be there my first time and see other people struggling with getting through the class! I've noticed a few people hop off their bikes to "adjust" the bike, get more water, or just disappear  right in the middle of class!

     
I'm kind of hooked and since then I started going three times a week, this week I'm going to try to do five classes and see how I feel. I really like how time kind of flies by, unlike on a treadmill or an elliptical, were I'm constantly staring at the timer and it seems to take forever. I don't get bored, which is huge when I need to be doing 45-60 minutes of cardio daily.