Spinning is form of exercise in which cycling and aerobics are combined. Classes take place in big studios filled with bicycles that remain stationary. This works as the bikes are fitted to a kind of rack that allows the user to cycle in a regular way, without needing to go outside. Most gyms hold classes to teach spinning workouts at various levels.
Usually there is an instructor leading the classes as well as high tempo music. You are then lead through a series of hard challenges that are much more complex than just a regular piece of gym equipment.
Classes begin with a relaxed warm up to get your muscles going, gradually you are encouraged to pedal faster and faster. There is even a option to simulate hills to make your workout even harder.
All your main leg muscles are used in this kind of training, including the quadriceps, calf muscles, gluteus and hamstrings. This means your legs will become toned in no time by participating regularly.
If you have never attended a spinning class before it is advisable to enroll in a basic or beginners class. This will teach you a good foundation for riding a bike for getting fit, as well as allowing you to get used to the special equipment. If you have never ridden a bicycle before, there is no need to worry as the bikes used remain upright all of the time, so it is just a matter of learning to pedal!
If you plan on using spinning as a regular form of fitness it might be an idea to purchase a soft gel cover for the seat. It can be rather painful to sit for a long time as the seats ten to be very small and hard.
It is important that you enjoy the exercise that you do, so try making it more fun by taking along your friends, this way you can make it a social activity rather than just a personal one.