Does spinning get more enjoyable?

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PissPotPourri · 27/05/2024 10:54

I do a body pump, body conditioning and some cardio based workouts regularly. Loads of people have suggested I try spinning too.
I went for the first time this morning… popular instructor- I assume this means a good instructor.
It was hell. Hot, sweaty, pushing yourself to the max, then once you’re there, pushing yourself to the max again and again. I was literally watching the clock waiting for it to be over.
On the plus side, I’ve come out feeling tight around most of my upper leg area, and like I’ve burnt a ton of calories, so it obviously works.
Has anyone else felt similar after their first spin class and if so, does it get more enjoyable? Should I persevere?

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FlamingoFlamboyance · 27/05/2024 12:12

Just wanted to add, I bought a gel seat cover pad thing off Amazon which makes it more comfortable

GU24Mum · 27/05/2024 12:10

Some instructors do more enjoyable routines than others and there can be some rogue bikes which are calibrated wrongly so are much harder .... but, yes, you get into it when you've done more classes and the good thing is that as long as you look as though you're roughly working at the same speed and intensity as the others, no one actually knows what gear you're on. Or you might just hate it - it's not for everyone!

NotSentFromIphone · 27/05/2024 12:08

I could hardly walk for a week after my first spin class but went back and kept it up about 3 times a week for 6 years or so.

It never gets easier as you'll always push harder the more you get used to it but I managed to stop clock watching and zoned out. Oh, your nether regions tend to toughen up after a few classes and the seats don't hurt as much!

FlamingoFlamboyance · 27/05/2024 12:06

I love spinning, it's loads of fun! I just do it to the best of my ability and don't worry if I can't keep up with fast bits for as long etc, I'll get there one day

sandygrapes · 27/05/2024 12:05

Fun fact.

I don't know the answer to your question OP, but when I was about 19, I turned up to a 'Spin Class' being run in a gym, in their dance hall

I went in thinking I'd be spinning, as in spinning in circles and stuff as a workout and thought it sounded fun

I was really confused when I saw all the bikes!

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PissPotPourri · 27/05/2024 12:04

hmmmm ok, I’ll give it another go. I do feel like I’ve had a jolly good workout… perhaps I just need to be a bit fitter!

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geoger · 27/05/2024 11:09

Oooh it’s the only class I’ll do at the gym! Love spinning such a good work out. I love running outside but sometimes I’ll mix it up with a spin class. Stick with it

Worthalltheyears · 27/05/2024 11:07

I hated the first spin class I did but was persuaded to book up for another. I love spinning now - I think it’s the best cardio exercise I’ve ever done. I'd book another class if I were you.

Fatotter · 27/05/2024 11:01

I don't like the classes anymore I do Les Mills on Demand in the spin studio in my gym when it is empty. Also do body pump like this now.

AuntieMarys · 27/05/2024 10:57

It's the only class I do...I love it!!!

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