This morning I did a 55 min spin class. I liked the instructor, she was tough. Before the class, I went on the treadmill to warm up and burned 100 cals. I have another spin class scheduled for this 5pm.
21.05 My 5pm spin class was good. I know I am pushing my body really hard with the gym. But I have realized that I really like spinning. No actually, I LOVE IT! I know that to most people, it is possibly one of the worst things to go through. But, I feel different about it. It is nice having something that is enjoyable and as a bonus pushes my journey in the right direction.
Tomorrow morning I have a class at 10am. I think I will wake up earlier and do some exercises on the other machines. I have been eating well aswell. Generally, my meals are ww bread with mackerel, chicken liver pate, lf chicken cream cheese, lf rasberry jam & slices of banana. No butter on my breads. I have been really lazy with the food journal. However, I know that I am eating well and eating portions.
I am seeing a change in my body. The scale isn’t really being kind though. However, one thing that is fabulous is that my clothes are fitting much better .. i can see less bulging 
Talking about the scale. I am thinking that maybe i need to go and buy a new one. There is something the matter with the one here at the apartment. At the moment, my budget is extremely tight so I am always worried with spending too much money on things. So i have ignored the whole scale thing and actually rewarded myself in looking at myself in the mirror and seeing change.
Going to go do some reading now and watch a little tv. Good night! xoxo
djdiamond13
June 25th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
Can you take a spin class without having those butt padded shorts? i wanted to take one the other day and a girl at my gym said dont take it because you dont have those shorts and that it would hurt? is that true or should i just try it? i have never done it before..worried about if i can last? i can last during 60 min workout classes and doing the elliptical and treadmill but i never bike…do you think i could last or is it really hard?
oslogirl
June 25th, 2008 at 4:58 pm
I use normal cycling shorts/tights. I know about the one’s that you are talking about though. There are many people in my classes, even the instructors, who don’t wear special shorts or use padding for their seats and they manage fine.
To be honest, it does hurt. I hurt allot when I started the classes but the instructor showed me how to sit properly on the seats. The hurt lasted for about max 3 classes and then it went away.
Most gyms rate their spin classes to let you know the intensity of the workout. I would suggest you chat to them and find out which one’s are their beginner classes. They usually last 45 min incl. 5 min stretch at the end. Remember to pace yourself during the classes using the resistance knob. You will find that the resistance levels become much easier with each class you take. Try get to the class a little early, and chat to the instructor to get tips about setting up your bike.
Go on, try a class! You might find it really enjoyable and while you are spinning, know that you are burning off serious calories! (On average 450 cals in 45 min).
karadbride2be
June 26th, 2008 at 4:35 am
You motivate me to want to try spin classes!!! I always go by there at the gym and see them pedaling their butts off, but I’ve never been brave enough to go and try it!!!
As for you wanting more girlfriends, I absolutely understand. My fiance’ and I will be moving back to his home state of Tennessee here in the U.S. after this school year ends (in May ‘09) and I’m nervous about missing my family and my friends. I know that’s where we will be living long term, though, and I’ve lived there for four years before, so I love it there. I just know how it is not to have the friends and family that you grow used to having. My thoughts are with you!! You are doing SO good…your exercise stamina is amazing-keep up the great work!!!
Kara (karadbride2be)