By: Rebecca Pierce
As part of our health and wellness program here at AFG, healthySOLUTIONS, I visited our fitness partner Spinergy Fitness in Northville, Michigan. Spinergy Fitness is a cycling studio offering several different classes that challenge every fitness level. The owner, Dave, was nice enough to invite me in to try out the Spinergy experience, and believe me, my first time at this spinning class was nothing like I thought it would be–it was way better.
My previous experiences on a stationary bike have been less than extraordinary, awkwardly crouching and putting all my energy into powering through the bike with my legs was a) boring and b) uncomfortable for my back. Both of these circumstances made me want to end the workout early. Therefore, you can imagine my apprehension going into an hour-long course. But I figured I’d take one for the team and find out what Spinergy was all about so I had something to share with you!
Spinergy Fitness is not like the spinning classes you see on TV or in the movies. Spinergy first takes it to the next level with upbeat music blasting through the studio and a huge tv screen that stretched across the entire front wall. Dave was teaching this class and put a lot of emphasis on getting the class fired up with instruction and encouragement. By the time I got on the bike and got going, I was already psyched and I’d barely moved yet! The next thing that really sets Spinergy apart from some other spinning classes, are their bikes. The Real Ryder bikes move with you, a bit like a balance ball, in order to engage your core. You can turn them to lean and further intensify your ride. While it was a little scary at first, I got the hang of it pretty quickly and was soon focusing more on the scenery flying by on the screen.
Dave coached us through the entire class, telling us when to crank up the resistance and when to go faster and to rest. I could also tell that I wasn’t the only one loving it; the other people in the class were whooping and shouting when we made it over big hills. The best part about Spinergy has to be their slogan, “our place, your pace!” I’m no fitness guru, so knowing that made it much easier to jump out of my comfort zone and attend this class! I’d recommend it to anyone wh’s looking for a great cardio workout, or to change up their normal routine. Check out Spinergy-Fitness.com and see for yourself, or become a healthySOLUTIONS member to take advantage of our awesome discount program!
 For more information please contact Rebecca Pierce at Rebecca@austinfg.com or to view their website: http://www.spinergy-fitness.com/file/Spinergy_Fitness.html
