Different instructors will use different ways to gauge how hard you’re working. What to expect: Usually a 60-minute class (give or take 15 minutes) in which the instructor will lead you through a warm-up, cardio workout and cooldown. There is a knob for you to adjust your resistance and make the workout more challenging or easy to handle, depending on the instructor’s directions and your preferences. The pedals and wheels spin, but the bike stays stationary. What it is: A cardio class utilizing a spin bike. Also, if you don’t ride a *real* bike (like me!), it’s a great option to get in a similar workout. Don’t let that scare you- I pushed myself during my first class and it definitely works different muscles than you may be used to. The first time I tried it, in college, my roommates had to come down and help me walk up the stairs because I was SO sore the day after my first class. Spinning is a ridiculously awesome workout. Should “Hey There, Delilah” ever be played during spin class? Unless it’s during a cooldown, I’m going to go ahead and say no. The only reason I stopped taking classes was because LA Fitness forced their instructors to only use LA Fitness music and it killed my favorite instructor’s class. I’m really excited for this week’s Focus On post because it’s a class that I used to teach and is one of my workout loves. Hey guys! Hope your morning is going well <3
