ufgatorgirl1
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Has anybody here tried spinning? And what do you think about it?
Spinning!!!
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Spinner19641
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I have been spinning for 3 years now - usually 5 - 6 times per week - on my feet to high resistance and speed for 45 - 50 minutes.
In addition to the spinner I then do about 900 core moves and 250 moves with a 20kg bar bell and 150 moves with 2 x 8kg dumbells. My full programme takes about 1.5 hours and I tend to alternate - one day doing only spinning & core moves (1 hour & 10 minutes) - next day doing the full programme (1 hour & 30 minutes).
The spinner bike has developed my endurance, cardio and lower body significantly. Despite enjoying weight work I still won't to give up spinning.
I recommend spinning to anyone who wants to get in some hard core but low impact cardio work. But I also think adding the weights has improved my overall muscle build so right now I am enjoying the combination.
As for losing weight spinning. Hell yeah, you will lose weight if coupled with a sensible diet programme! Someone who tried my diet and exercise programme lost 6kg (about 14 pounds) in 5 weeks (albeit she was quite overweight to start of with).
Hope that helps.
In addition to the spinner I then do about 900 core moves and 250 moves with a 20kg bar bell and 150 moves with 2 x 8kg dumbells. My full programme takes about 1.5 hours and I tend to alternate - one day doing only spinning & core moves (1 hour & 10 minutes) - next day doing the full programme (1 hour & 30 minutes).
The spinner bike has developed my endurance, cardio and lower body significantly. Despite enjoying weight work I still won't to give up spinning.
I recommend spinning to anyone who wants to get in some hard core but low impact cardio work. But I also think adding the weights has improved my overall muscle build so right now I am enjoying the combination.
As for losing weight spinning. Hell yeah, you will lose weight if coupled with a sensible diet programme! Someone who tried my diet and exercise programme lost 6kg (about 14 pounds) in 5 weeks (albeit she was quite overweight to start of with).
Hope that helps.
I have a love/hate relationship with spinning. I hate it while I am doing it but love the results it gets and the feeling when it is over!
I really like the instructor lead classes - I'm not much into just doing my own thing on them.
Try it and let us know what you think!
I really like the instructor lead classes - I'm not much into just doing my own thing on them.
Try it and let us know what you think!
ufgatorgirl1
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I actually tried spinning last week and have done it several times since then. I think it is such an awesome work out and a nice mix up from running. Also, I feel like it works your whole body especially your core.
I am glad you like it. It gives me such a rush when I am done!! It can be a great whole body workout! 
ufgatorgirl1
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Spinning and bike riding are very similiar but there are a few differences. For instance, spinning is always an intense workout that is inside. Also, a big majority of the workout is spent out of the saddle (not sitting down). If you are interested, you should definitely look into it!!
Spinner19641
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I always spin but for the past week was on holiday and had to use a stationery bike. Differences:
- the spinner works the core harder if you stand rather than sit
- riding a spinner on your feet emulates running without the impact
- you can adjust your riding position (i.e. lean over the handlebars, stand, move side to side, etc)
- you butt doesn't get as sore on the spinner!
- but either bike works your legs providing you have the resistance up
I don't think it matters as both seem to be good for cardio and burn but I prefer the spinner.