Spinning or indoor cycling is a low impact, high intensity full body workout taking place on a stationary bike.

 

It was discovered by South African, Johnny G, in 1987 when he was training for a cross-country bicycle race called "The Race Across America". During night training he was nearly killed on the road, so he decided to bring his training indoors where spinning was born!

 

Why do we love it?

• It offers both interval training and endurance training improving both weight loss and fitness

• The low impact nature is great for those with injuries.

  • Problem knees? Indoor cycling is the most recommended form of exercise by knee surgeons for those recovering from knee injuries

  • Problem back? Keen your handlebar higher to alleviate pressure on your back

• It’s fun! The music combined with cycling and a motivating instructor has led to the global spinning sensation across the globe! Spin studios are often dark with nightclub-style lighting creating an experience.

• You are in control! You can customise your class by controlling your own resistance. The result? different ages, gender and fitness level can all attend the same class

 

Spinning has been around for three decades and is here to stay!