Addicted to Spinning? I Think Not

So, I have wanted to try a spinning class for a while now. But, it is intimidating and scary. Stephanie said she loves it. I believe she even said that it is addicting. Hmmm. I have seen the Biggest Loser contestants doing it. And I really wanted to try it. But, not by myself. So, today, 2 of my friends and I tried a class for the first time. The instructor was super nice and adjusted our bikes for us and explained a little of the intensity levels and such. That was nice. “I can do this”, I was thinking. “I think I might even like it.” Ha Ha Ha! We got started and I was doing great. Pedal in time to the music. When the instructor tells you, adjust the tension on the bike but keep the same pace. Okay, doing good. Now, stand up for 8 beats, then down. Stand up for 2 beats, then down, singles…up…down…up….down. My rear hurts!!!! Okay so, I skipped some of the up and down stuff and just stayed down. Then, we learn some knew terminology. I can’t remember any of it right now, though.
Fortunately, I had the presence of mind to bring a towel with me. I really needed it! I was sweaty and hot and have I mentioned that my rear hurts?????
Anyway….I did not enjoy spinning. It is an amazing workout, so I will go back. I am training for a triathlon, so that is a perfect workout for biking days. I think I am even going to try to make it to the class tomorrow morning. I am thinking that it probably takes a couple of classes to really “get it”. We shall see. I am glad that I went and look forward to doing it again. I do enjoy challenging myself to do new things. AND….one lady in the class started spinning a few months ago. That is the only workout she does and she has changed her eating habit and has lost 46 pounds. Now that is motivation to spin. If I could just get my eating under control, I would be doing great!
Would I recommend spinning? YES! It is a great workout. But I would not call it fun!

Here is an article about spinning on the weight watchers website(you will have to copy and past it into the web address spot on your browser):

http://www.weightwatchers.com/util/art/index_art.aspx?tabnum=1&art_id=53361#Story