I took my first spin class this morning at The Alaska Club!

I’ve been wanting to take a spin class for quite some time, but an opportunity had never presented itself until now!

I had a general idea of what to expect but still wasn’t 100% sure what it would be like. For some reason, when I first heard of spinning, I thought you sat on the bike, listened to pre-programmed music, and the resistance of the bike changed (automatically) as the tempo/intensity/dynamics of the music changed. I didn’t know you personally adjusted the resistance yourself.

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In general, you basically ride a stationary bike while music is played. The instructor has a workout planned that includes changing up the resistance to simulate going up hill, downhill, and riding on a flat surface. He or she has songs picked out to get you pumped up.

It was a fun class, and I was sweating by the end. I know it could never replace my running, but it was fun to change things up.

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In other news, check out the two new purchases I made over the weekend.

Asics Running Shorts

I am excited about these because I have a hard time finding running shorts that fit well!

I love my Nike Tempo shorts, but I don’t want to wear the same kind every day, so hopefully these will be as enjoyable to run in as they seem.

Original price: $48.00

20% for  being an REI member: – $9.60

REI dividend: – $22.60

Total: $15.80

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Yoga Towel

After practicing yoga a handful of times, I have quickly realized that all the sweat from the 100* room dripping onto my mat makes it near impossible to do some of the yoga poses (i.e. downward dog)!

Welcome, the yoga mat!

I can lay this towel over my mat which will provide friction for my hands and feet. Plus the little “grippers” will keep my towel in place!

I was super pumped that I even found the brand Jen recommended in a recent post!

Original price: $35

Sports Authority gift card I was sent in the mail: – $15

Total: $19.99

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I still plan on getting my daily run in after school today. I’m going to keep it short—4-5 miles because of my afternoon stomach issues and because I will be doing a longer run the next morning.

Question

Have you ever taken a spin class? What did you think of it?