Originally Posted by
JeffS
Spinning class effectiveness is entirely up to the individual. I used to do 3+ classes a week. I would usually push myself as hard as possible, while there were always people in there taking it easy - and way too often holding a conversation with the person beside them.
If riding is that much harder than your class, I'd suggest turning your intensity up a couple of notches in class.
You make a good point. Once I am past 50% resistance in spinning, I am usually standing. Most of the riding that I have done so far seems to be at a resistance level at least to that 50%. I am still learning which gearing is appropriate.
The three year plan has a lot of merit. Thank you for the suggestion. My current goal is to do 10 miles at least 3 days per week and to try for a 20-30 mile weekend ride.
One quick equipment question. My bike is equipped with toe clips. I am accustomed to those and I think that they are fine for now. Is there any advantage to biking shoes since I am using the toe clips?