Spinning 7161 Spin and Slim DVD

I started cycling last summer and over the winter got a little out of shape. I purchased a spin bike to start getting back in shape for this summer and this is the first spinning dvd I purchased & I have never done a spin class before. Though this workout is an "express" workout as it says on the cover it is a good workout. It gets your heart rate up and down and it will get you sweating! I would say that the first time I did this work out I did feel exhausted at the end but after doing this dvd a couple of times I can feel myself getting in better shape. I have went on to purchase more spinning dvd's! I watched this dvd once without having my earbuds in, and after that I can follow the dvd very easily, put in my earbuds and have the music as loud as I want, I don't feel like you need to listen to the dvd to feel motivated! Good, fast, cardio workout.

Perfect for beginners. I've been riding for 50+ years, but find this the right challenge for beginning indoor cycling. Eventually, you'll move on - but this video contains the fundamentals of turning yourself into a sweat hog in 30 minutes. Good teacher - good motivator, very clear on expectations. You will greatly benefit, if you: - are honest with your estimations of exertion, - try to follow the instructors cadence (usually along with the music) - occasionally use a mirror to check your posture and technique - sit down if you have to, but get back up ASAP If you routinely get back on the road for real riding each spring, I think you'll be surprised how prepared you are!

I have been using this video almost daily for over a year now. It helped me achieve my goals and shed 15 lbs with a good diet. I have been able to keep it off and it helps keep my sugar and cholesterol in check. It also helped me get back on my mountain and road bike and competing again. Reading some of the reviews I have to agree and disagree. Yes, this is an older video and was recorded before HD and widescreens came out. So don't expect great picture quality. With any spin class the music is always cheesy. But, with this video you only have to listen along with the instructor a few times before you memorize the layout. Which means you can enjoy your own music, mute the video and watch for cues on when to get in and out of the saddle. I like the fact that the class is short and I can squeeze it in daily. If it starts getting easy then crank up the tension and you will always get a good workout. The course is 3 loops which consist of 1 to 2 minute intervals of flat road, standing flat, jumps and seated and standing climbs. Just long enough for a good cardio workout. But a good enough variety to keep your strength up if done daily. I recommend keeping this one on the shelf if you have a spin collection.

I'm not sure when this was filmed (early 90s maybe?). That being said, the video quality is pretty terrible. The music isn't that good. Maybe I was spoiled by the Fitness On Demand at my local gym and I expected more. Now, instead of buying spin DVDs from Amazon I'm looking for companies online that offer classes on a monthly pass or charge per video download. There is a DVD menu and it does have helpful tips for beginners though, like the proper set-up of a spin bike and how to configure it to your build to prevent injury or strain. (I still consider myself a beginner though, having about 6-7 months experience.) I feel like this video had people coming out of the saddle a lot more than other beginner videos I've tried. I think the instructor for the class is great though--not too pushy and not a push over. The image quality could be better. The instructor could try some different things; this has 3 loops and that's pretty much it. The way the DVD menu functions could be improved--I had to rewind it because I had to make a bike adjustment and the video kept rewinding into the instructions and bike set-up. (The menu functions as a bookmark instead of separate sections).

This DVD does a good job for a beginner to get into spinning. It has instructions for newbies as well as an easy-to-follow workout that you can modify to your current skill level (by how hard you work!). I would recommend 100%!

Bought new spin bike, was looking for a up beat DVD. This DVD was very boring, not a motivating DVD will be putting this in the donate to library box.

The workouts are comparable to the spin classes that I joined at my local gym. I enjoy doing the workouts and having them in my living room!

It seemed to be an older style CD. Music was not great to spin with. Need something more update. Will not be using for my work out and too late to return or not offered :(

Really good DVD and really gets your heart rate up from the beginning. Enjoyable DVD if you are short of time but want to get some fitness into your schedule. Recommend.

Me gustan mucho, aunque sean en inglés se trabaja muy bien con ellos. Deberían sacar más y también en español, los recomiendo.

I'm used to a 5 mile run 6 days a week...but in Canada winter can be tough to run in. I've used this video a few times and it gets my heart rate up and it's a great workout!

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