VegannNY Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 Oh. My. God. I am *so* not a cardio person. Never have been - couldn't stand the aerobics craze back in the 80s, don't generally like group classes. The only cardio I ever loved was Jujitsu, and a tiny bit of jogging, before I was injured, and had to drop out of both. But I'd been seeing people coming out of the classes, absolutely drenched in sweat (which reminded me of my martial arts days), and I just had to try. Wow. I am so hooked. 45 minutes long, it kept me engaged, and man, did we all sweat! A few weeks of this--along with my usual heavy lifting--and (I'm hoping) that I'll be seeing some serious definition. Yay! What a great class! (Funny, since it seems like only group cycling..!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodybag Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 From one "I hate cardio except for martial arts class" person to another, I'm glad to hear you enjoyed your first spinning class. I've thought about joining the local YMCA in the past so I can use their cardio machines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsorlando Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 This is quite interesting, as I hate spinning! I love to run, but I never seem to get a good workout when I spin. I guess it's just not for me. It's not the instructor either, because I've taken several different types of classes, with different instructors. The only thing that makes me sore is the seat that I sit on, and no the pads don't really help. Glad to hear you've found some cardio activity that you like! Keep it up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydneyvegan Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I Love spinning classes as well.Being a cyclist (A bit of a lazy one lately I must admit) I thought I would hate it, but I love it.I find myself pushing it hard and harder every week.You will get fit and get definition in no time.Being a group class, if you go to the same sessions each week, you get to know people and chat etcit's very social.I've been on a date with an instructor too!Ah, good times, good times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganDeVil Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Spinning is the best! You burn a ton of calories and it makes your booty look hot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodybag Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Spinning is the best! ....it makes your booty look hot!That's good to know, I'll make note of that. Full Squats make your booty look hot too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganDeVil Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Alot of hot booties up in this forum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodybag Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Alot of hot booties up in this forum! I'll post a photo of mine, if you post a photo of yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganDeVil Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 This booty's stayin' under wraps , but trust me... if you amp up the tension on those spin bikes, you'll see a difference.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodybag Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 This booty's stayin' under wraps , but trust me... if you amp up the tension on those spin bikes, you'll see a difference....I meant clothed booty photos. I'm going to have a friend take pictures of my booty so I can start a booty call thread. Hey, Robert can we have a VBBF Baby Got Back contest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganDeVil Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 a booty call thread.Sweeeeet....... I better get on those full squats STAT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegannNY Posted November 21, 2008 Author Share Posted November 21, 2008 Can't swear re: any booty development (yet) - but I can now say that I've done 5 spinning classes in a row, and it's still good. Okay, painful at times, and there are moments that I want to just...well...stop....but the *adrenaline* rush at the end is great! (Course, I'd rather be taking free falls and joint locks, but that's how the cookie crumbles...!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkin Posted December 21, 2008 Share Posted December 21, 2008 I just went to my second spinning class yesterday. I meet up with bike friends every now and again and we have races/alleycats in the city. I tend to get smoked due to my lack of endurance once getting to high RPM's (I ride fixed wheel) So I decided to do some spinning as its free with the gym membership I just got. Im really keen on it, as it should techincally be the best thing for developing my speed & cardio. But my god, those saddles are evil! I was determined to keep my RPM's above 130 throughout so kept persisting despite totally crushing my balls. I tried to change saddle angle, change bikes but none was working and I ended up getting a pretty serious strain on my inner thigh! Was better with a week of recovery but went again with a wrench this time, still was painful. I just cant understand why no body else even noticed, I think I was the only cyclist there yet I was finding it the most difficult because of the discomfort! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasha Posted December 25, 2008 Share Posted December 25, 2008 Yeah they're fun eh ? Jessifly and I have been to dozens of these classes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RawKev Posted December 29, 2008 Share Posted December 29, 2008 I just went to my second spinning class yesterday. I meet up with bike friends every now and again and we have races/alleycats in the city. I tend to get smoked due to my lack of endurance once getting to high RPM's (I ride fixed wheel) So I decided to do some spinning as its free with the gym membership I just got. Im really keen on it, as it should techincally be the best thing for developing my speed & cardio. But my god, those saddles are evil! I was determined to keep my RPM's above 130 throughout so kept persisting despite totally crushing my balls. I tried to change saddle angle, change bikes but none was working and I ended up getting a pretty serious strain on my inner thigh! Was better with a week of recovery but went again with a wrench this time, still was painful. I just cant understand why no body else even noticed, I think I was the only cyclist there yet I was finding it the most difficult because of the discomfort! You need cycling shorts with a padded chamois. It will increase comfort when in the saddle tenfold. If you are shy about wearing "Spandex" then just wear them under some baggier shorts. Those spin bike saddles can be brutal though I know. It's funny how people think skinny racing seats are uncomfortable without every trying them. The modern designs actually work quite well and are very comfortable. It's all about ergonomics. Most spin bikes come equipped with big, poorly designed saddles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ticktock Posted December 29, 2008 Share Posted December 29, 2008 oh I love spinning! having a good instructor makes all the difference though, for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegannNY Posted January 14, 2009 Author Share Posted January 14, 2009 Got to agree! There are three instructors where I go (and one other at a different NYSC branch that I occasionally frequent.) Only two (interestingly enough, both of the guys) are really energizing. I slog through the female's routines, but there's just no fire... Also interesting is that three of them are kind of, um, stout. You'd think spinning instructors would all be lean mean workout machines, but not so. But if they get my blood pumping, who cares? ...so just started back with the spinning. (I was taking some time off and playing with the elliptical these past few weeks.) Good to be back. STILL amazingly upset with my inability to lose the 13lbs that I have left to my goals. It's been forever...probably mostly due to my diet which has been on-off. Grrrrrrr. Granted, I'm not fat, but it's still very, VERY frustrating. We'll see how this new spate of spinning classes pays off (along with the lifting, of course...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsorlando Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Ok, I take back everything I once said or thought about spinning. I had the best workout on Monday. The instructor wasn't even spinning the whole time, but boy she knew how to beat us up. Then to top that off I had the most difficult 15 minute ab session right sfter I spun. I can't wit to try spinning with the actual tri club! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegannNY Posted January 29, 2009 Author Share Posted January 29, 2009 Yesterday, while trying to change up my body positioning in spin class, I come across a great way to REALLY SERIOUSLY burn the legs. (Generally, spinning class ends up being a sweat fest and cardio challenge for me, but not that much by the way of leg work.) While standing in the stirrups, *lock* your arms into the front handles so that your entire top half is stationary, and the legs are doing every bit of the work. *No bouncing in the stirrups at all.* Personally, I'm finding that I can't do more than a half minute at a shot, which is perfect for intervals. The next day, my legs are *torched.* ....which is great for me, 'cause legs have always been one of my weak points... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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