spin bikes

A highly popular group class in studios and gyms, spin classes are high intensity and low impact group exercise that's fun and accessible for everyone to try. At GymEquipment.co.uk we sell a range of spin bikes (aka Indoor Cycles) so why not see whether this could be for you.

In order to give you a quick idea of what's involved and what benefits you'll get from spinning, see below.

 

1.   Increase Your Cardio Fitness

The way to get your heart rate up - cardio fitness is often overlooked by those looking to gain muscle in the gym. But the better your cardiovsacular fitness (for it's proper title) the easier you will find it to stay fit. Cardio fitness ensures the lungs, heart and blood cells all provide oxygenated blood to our muscles, allowing them to create energy. So increase your cardio fitness and you will also see benefits throughout your training.

Another positive is the likely reduction in Coronary Heart Disease and additional cardiovascular health issues. Highly qualified spin instructors supervise you during a spin class, helping you to understand your limits. THis also means, you can statr at what ever level to suit.

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2.   Choose Your Pace

Whether you’ve had a bad day or you’re just not feeling too great, it is your workout and you can set your pace and push your limits. A spin class will allow you the opportunity to take it a bit easier or step it up a notch if you want to take out your aggression or are feeling super motivated. Either way you’ll reap the benefits of spin.

 

3.   Your In A Group Class

Being a part of a group spin class is quite motivating. Not only do you work harder as you are working out with others, but also produces a sense of camaraderie as you motivate each other to tackle the challenge. Therefore, it also provides a great new place to meet others.

 

4.   Define Your Muscles

Spinning classes are well known to help increase muscle definition in your core and legs. A strong core is essential; your core holds your body upright. You should bear in mind that muscle weighs more than fat, so as you start to build lean muscle definition, you may see a higher number on the scales. It is likely you will put on weight however it is advisable to not pay attention to the number but rather how your body looks, as you will notice a change.

The muscle mass you gain also helps to burn more calories in a day, even when your body is at rest. So what's not to like.

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5.   Make Those Hormones Buzz

When you exercise, your body releases feel good endorphins into the blood stream. This is due to the endorphins interacting with the receptors in the brain, triggering positive feelings into your body as a result. Although you may leave the class feeling tired physically, mentally, you will feel much better than you did going in. This feeling of being on a high is what you will become addicted to, hence why it is easy to see why staying active can help to combat negative mental physical and health conditions including depression and stress.

 

6.   A Great Stress Relief

As mentioned above, exercise releases happy hormones which contribute to combatting stress. It has been scientifically proven that stress can be reduced through exercise. This is because you are able to clear head space as exercise focuses your mind, thus leaving you able to temporarily forget any stress you may have. Further day to day stress such as a lack of confidence can also be decreased as exercise makes you feel good, thereby leading to an increase in self-confidence.

 

7.   Help to Prevent Injury

Joints and muscles become stiff, tired and weak when they are unused, therefore the fitter your body is, the easier it is to complete daily tasks such as moving quickly, lifting heavy objects and even getting out of bed. A fitter body will also reduce the likelihood of developing an injury.

Although you may often feel as worse after exercising even though you want to work out, you shouldn’t let this put you off. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is your body’s way of trying to repair yourself, even though it may feel as though you’ve pushed yourself too far, muscle soreness is actually a positive. This is because when you exercise, your muscles react to whatever form of training you are taking part in. Fundamentally, during exercise your muscle fibres need to “tear” in order to attain the results we are striving towards whether this be increased strength, size or to simply shape and tone. More often than not, the pain you experience in your muscles roughly 24-48 hours after exercise, is a good thing as it is a sign your body is adapting and repairing to the hard work you put in during your workout. Nonetheless, if you do feel you may be doing more damage to your body than good it is also advisable to go and consult a gym instructor.

 

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8.   Intense, But Low Impact

Making sure you don't injure yourself is always important. Indoor cycling, or spinning, is great if you're recovering from an injury or are going through rehab for whatever reason. The bike is stationary, so there's little risk of further injury such as falling off or collision with another cyclist, and this also means you are able to simply focus on working towards reaching your goals during the class. Just because spinning is a low impact exercise, this does not mean that you still cannot achieve a great workout.

If you are thinking of going to a spin class for the first time, it is always a good idea to arrive just a few minutes early. This allows you to set up the bike correctly and safely, but also chat to the instructor regarding any queries or concerns you may have to ensure you get the most from the class.