Originally Posted by
cyclinfool
I have not started spin yet - the three instructors we have at the health club at work. They are all thin and pretty good. One - in particular really tries to make it seem as realistic as possible working with mental images. The bikes are simple fly wheel bikes with no instruments and you need an HRM. The new stationary bike they purchased has power, cadence, HRM and keeps track of stats. Unfortunately it has a poor seat and strap in pedals. I also find it odd to stand up and pedal on it.
I would tend to think that at your level, it would be hard to find a spin instructor that would really provide you with a valuable workout.
I am not nor should i be the target audience for a spin class routine. I can do my own thing in class. This is the off season so anything other than hard efforts is okay. This is the best time of year to take it easy, rest, recover and build strength.