Tell me about Spinning....

My gym just added spinning classes. I've never taken one and wanted to know what to expect. TIA

Spinning is an awesome workout and burns a ton of calories. It sculpts your legs too.

It's pretty hard though but you can modify it to your fitness level.
The way the class works is the instructor will have you adjust the tension on your bike (ex. turn the tension knob three turns to the right) and then they'll have you pedal while in different positions, like hovering over the seat, or standing and pedaling, things like that (all to music).

If you can buy cycling shorts or a gel seat cover that'll help because most of the time the bikes have very hard seats and your tush will be killing you!

Bring a bottle of water and a towel to class. You'll need it.

I'm a little scared now

they are GREAT classes. I used to take them, but havent in awahile.
I do recommend the gel seat, becasue yout butt will get sore from their seats.
Also, if you decide that you like it and continue it, I recommend getting a heart minitor.
Godd Luck, and let us know how it goes.
Dont be nervous...have fun

I love spin class and go once a week. I got the gel seat...it makes a big difference. I also had a little trouble gauging how hard I was working so I got a heart rate monitor which is also great.

These are tough classes, but really motivating and you sweat a lot. Also, remember the instructor has a lot to do with how good the class is....there is one at my gym I love....and another I don't like as much...so if you don't like it at first...go again!

Good Luck!!