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Want to find a workout that will work your entire body very hard while burning fat, all in a fun group exercise environment that fosters an atmosphere of mutual encouragement? Consider doing a spin (spinning) class.
Spin classes looks a lot like riding stationary bicycle. And, it is: although, the bicycle is actually a piece of specialized equipment with a weighted flywheel to simulate the feel of a real bicycle ride outdoors. When you are doing it in a classroom environment, you are riding not by yourself but rather in a group setting with 5-40 or more other participants.
The number one reason to do spinning is that it is a fun way to exercise in an interesting, encouraging environment. Usually, classes are done to music, with an instructor leading the charge. But, the next-most important reason to do it is simple: to burn lots of body fat. But, just how much fat can you burn in a single session?
If you are wondering, "Does spinning class help burn fat?", here are the answers to 5 frequently-asked-questions (FAQs):
1. How many calories will I burn?
A: Results vary, but most experts will say that you will burn between 350 and 600 calories during a 40-minute session.
2. What conditions contribute to my burning more calories?
A: The reason for the variation in the range of possible calories burned has a lot to do with the way you do your own spinning workout. Different participants will have different goals: some people are looking for a steady aerobic workout at lower speeds and/or less resistance, while others want to vary their speed and intensity throughout the workout.
The variation depends on the level of effort you exert. Of course, if you want to burn more fat calories, you will want to increase the resistance and pedal faster.
3. How many times per week should I go to spinning class?
A: You should probably go to spinning class not more than 3-4 times per week, so that you can give your body a chance to recover properly between workouts.
4. How can I increase the amount of fat I burn?
A: Try working out first thing in the morning, before you eat. If you do, your body will be forced to borrow energy from your fat stores since it cannot draw upon what you have just eaten. Better for fat burning!
5. How soon after class should I eat?
A: If you can, wait a good hour after you complete your workout, then eat. Again, this will continue to force your body to borrow calories from your fat stores, making the fat-burning nature of the workout more effective.
Consider these answers to 5 FAQs about how spinning class can help you burn fat calories.
