Indoor cycling became an international fitness phenomenon in the 1990s [1] and has since become a statement class her at Riverside Sports! With the variations in the classes and what they can offer, spin classes are a class to make sure you have a go at. Available for anyone at any level, it’s a class that once you start coming to, you just keep coming back [2]
The are a number of benefits which can come with taking part in a spinning class which include:
- It burns calories. Obviously I know but we just wanted to put it out there. You can burn up to 800 calories in a class! Therefore motivating you back for more[3]
- There is a lower risk of injury compared to running. Due to the guidance in movement and therefore take the pressure of joints, allowing for exercise to be completed in a safe manner[4]
- You can go at your own pace, the resistance can be set at your pace. Therefore it allows you to make adaptation in the class if you need to[5].
- It releases endorphins, these chemicals interact with your brain, which then triggers positive feelings in the body [6]. This will lead you to come back for more and will help in reducing stress levels [7]
- By taking part in a class means that you are part of a team. It’s a great way to meet people in the gym. By becoming part of a team, you are more likely to reach goals that you once didn’t think you would.
Make sure to come and check out our class timetable for indoor cycling! Make sure to pop in for a visit of our facilities and what we have to offer at Riverside.
[1] Wikipedia, 2019. Spinning (cycling). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spinning_(cycling)
[2] Jarvis, A., 2011. How Spinning conquered the fitness world. Retrieved from https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/features/how-spinning-conquered-the-fitness-world-2371941.html
[3] Health Fitness Revolution, 2019. Top 10 Health Benefits Of Indoor Cycling and Spinning. Retrieved from https://www.healthfitnessrevolution.com/top-10-health-benefits-cycling-spinning/
[4] Health Fitness Revolution, 2019. Top 10 Health Benefits Of Indoor Cycling and Spinning. Retrieved from https://www.healthfitnessrevolution.com/top-10-health-benefits-cycling-spinning/
[5] Spinning®, 2018. The Top 10 Benefits of Spinning Class®. Retrieved from https://spinning.eu/spinlife/the-top-10-benefits-of-spinning-class/
[6] Bhliveactice, 2019. 8 Reasons Why You Should try spin class| Benefits of Spin. Retrieved from https://www.bhliveactive.org.uk/benefits-of-spin-classes/
[7] Bhliveactice, 2019. 8 Reasons Why You Should try spin class| Benefits of Spin. Retrieved from https://www.bhliveactive.org.uk/benefits-of-spin-classes/