{"id":1701895,"date":"2026-01-18T23:49:18","date_gmt":"2026-01-18T20:49:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1701895"},"modified":"2026-01-18T23:49:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T20:49:18","slug":"spinning-explained-what-the-popular-workout-really-does-for-your-body","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1701895","title":{"rendered":"Spinning, Explained: What the Popular Workout Really Does for Your Body"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main layout-body--continuous-scroll mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article--sc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article--sc beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">Spinning, Explained: What the Popular Workout Really Does for Your Body<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">It has a cult following for a reason.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Katharine has covered celebrity beauty secrets, insider tips from hairstylists and makeup artists, beauty news, and product reviews for Byrdie.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Katharine McEntee<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Katharine McEntee: Contributing Writer for Byrdie\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byrdieheadshot1-30d3b68d45b24d20a68a29ce367bfe52.webp\" title=\"byrdieheadshot1-30d3b68d45b24d20a68a29ce367bfe52\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byrdieheadshot1-30d3b68d45b24d20a68a29ce367bfe52.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Katharine McEntee: Contributing Writer for Byrdie\" title=\"byrdieheadshot1-30d3b68d45b24d20a68a29ce367bfe52\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nKatharine McEntee\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--x\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--linkedin\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nKatharine has covered celebrity beauty secrets, insider tips from hairstylists and makeup artists, beauty news, and product reviews for Byrdie.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on January 18, 2026 06:49PM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--beauty_wellness_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Traci Copeland is a fitness trainer based in New York. She specializes in yoga, fitness, dance, and running and is a Nike Training Club Master Trainer.\u00a0\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Traci Copeland<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Byrdie writer Traci Copeland headshot\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/copeland_traci-2dc988907b774d86975c7e3e45584588.webp\" title=\"copeland_traci-2dc988907b774d86975c7e3e45584588\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/copeland_traci-2dc988907b774d86975c7e3e45584588.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Byrdie writer Traci Copeland headshot\" title=\"copeland_traci-2dc988907b774d86975c7e3e45584588\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nTraci Copeland\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nTraci Copeland is a fitness trainer based in New York. She specializes in yoga, fitness, dance, and running and is a Nike Training Club Master Trainer.\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nAbout Byrdie&#8217;s Beauty &amp; Wellness Board\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">Fitness Trainer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--fact_checker\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Anna Harris is an experienced fact-checker and researcher and a beauty writer and editor.\u00a0\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Anna Harris<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top mntl-author-tooltip__top--no-image\">\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><br \/>\nAnna Harris\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nAnna Harris is an experienced fact-checker and researcher and a beauty writer and editor.\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nLEARN ABOUT BYRDIE&#8217;S EDITORIAL GUIDELINES\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" alt=\"Person on a stationary bike in a fitness setting\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Person on a stationary bike in a fitness setting\" title=\"spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Spin classes offer a low-impact workout that enhances joint health while strengthening surrounding muscles and bones.<\/li>\n<li>Indoor cycling reduces stress and improves mood through adrenaline and endorphin release.<\/li>\n<li>Spin class strengthens core muscles and improves your posture, protecting the lower back from potential injuries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin class has been around since the early &#8217;90s, but as of late, the hardcore workout has developed something of a cult following. So why is everyone raving about biking in place? It turns out, like most exercises, spinning is really, really good for you. To learn the many health benefits of spin class, we reached out to Ashley Calloway, an instructor at SoulCycle, who shared the reasons we should add indoor cycling to our workout routines.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Ashley Calloway is an instructor at SoulCycle in Washington, DC. Her background in music means her classes are charged with energy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we never quite understood the appeal of biking in place coupled with upbeat music and an inspirational shout or two, after talking to Calloway, we started to understand just why people are hooked on the exercise. From its stress-reduction abilities to its impressive calorie-burning, cycling is a serious workout that improves physical and mental health.<strong> Here are eight benefits of spin class and the reasons you should give it a try.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 1. It&#8217;s Easy On The Joints <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spinning is a low-impact exercise that is easy on the joints. Like running, spinning is a great cardiovascular workout. However, Calloway says you are less likely to suffer from hip, knee, and ankle injuries commonly associated with other cardio exercises because it is low-impact. For those with joint pain or mobility issues, especially older adults, cycling can be a great way to keep active while avoiding pain.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Even better\u2014indoor cycling can improve your joint function: &#8220;The continuous motion that we do while indoor cycling is also super beneficial to your joints (especially your knees) because that constant full-range movement of your legs produces synovial fluids, which will keep your joints lubricated throughout the day,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Moreover, cycling may increase the strength and function of your muscles, ligaments, and bones that surround your joints, improving your daily function and helping keep you fit and active as you age.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 2. Decreases Stress <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1457\" alt=\"portrait of happy black femme\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1457\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"portrait of happy black femme\" title=\"stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>W2 PHOTOGRAPHY \/ STOCKSY<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Yoga isn&#8217;t the only mind-and-body workout. Indoor cycling signals an adrenaline rush and endorphin release, proven to lower stress levels. &#8220;Endorphins help improve our moods, sleep, reduces stress, etc. For me, indoor cycling is my release,&#8221; shares Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While most exercise forms help with stress management, 40- to 60-minute cycling sessions are a quick and effective way to relieve stress <em>and<\/em> improve physical fitness. Once you&#8217;re in the zone, it&#8217;s hard to focus on anything other than keeping up with the instructor. It takes your mind off that rough day at work and makes you feel super accomplished when you finish your workout.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 3. Burns Calories <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> As evidenced by the sweaty shirts of many indoor cyclers post-ride, Calloway says that spin class is a great way to burn calories because it&#8217;s fun and engaging. &#8220;You really have to exercise your mind to keep up with the choreography sequences and cues. You are also in control of how far you push yourself, which is empowering,&#8221; she says. &#8220;At SoulCycle, we do not depend on a number to tell us how far to push resistance-wise. It&#8217;s all based on your feeling. With that control, I push myself to new limits every class.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Since cycling is so intense, many classes incorporate high-intensity interval training, which is thought to increase calorie burn post-workout. This bonus benefit means that spin class is both a fast and effective cardiovascular workout. Calloway takes advantage of this: &#8220;Although we&#8217;re not technically at HIIT class, I try to give my class a nice mix of heavy resistance work and fast fun songs. So your heart rate doesn&#8217;t stay the same the entire class, which helps with calorie burn even when class is over,&#8221; she says.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 4. Improves Strength <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"black femme exercising in the sun\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"black femme exercising in the sun\" title=\"stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>MARC BORDONS \/ Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Contrary to popular belief, spin class builds muscle strength without adding bulk. Calloway notes, like all other forms of cardio, indoor cycling recruits your whole body, not just your quads. &#8220;Once you master your form on the bike, you&#8217;ll notice that you&#8217;re able to work your full legs, core, and arms. I always tell my riders to tuck, poke, and pop. Tuck your core up and in, poke your glutes out (towards the back of your seat), and pop your chest. This allows you to focus on driving your weight in your heels. Doing this will help you work your hamstrings and glutes while your core supports your every movement,&#8221; she explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While each class is designed differently, she says that a cycling segment may focus on building arm strength or increasing resistance on the bike to build strength. The variety in the classes is intended to help build strength, endurance, and improve cardiovascular health.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 5. Builds Mental Strength <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin class can be a challenge, pushing you mentally to keep up with the instructor and classmates. Although you should always listen to your body, pushing yourself close to your limits is a fantastic way to build mental strength. &#8220;As an instructor, I&#8217;m constantly throwing out different sequences of choreography at a fast pace to keep you on your toes. I&#8217;d say the heavier resistance work is to build muscle and to spike our heart rates, and the faster lighter resistance\/more choreography focused work builds endurance and strengthens the mind,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Research shows that intense exercise benefits cognitive functioning and well-being and even protects your brain from age-related decline. So jump on that bike to remain sharp as a tack as you get older.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 6. Strengthens Core <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> As you keep your body in an upright position while balancing on the bike, your core will work to prevent you from tipping over. &#8220;Your core is the meat and potatoes of an effective indoor cycling class. It supports every movement we do on the bike, protecting you from straining your lower back,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Mastering your form is vital, explains Calloway, so properly engaging your core is a fundamental she ensures her class practices until perfect. &#8220;Once this is mastered, you&#8217;ll be ready to tackle\u00a0different choreography in a class geared towards your obliques and complete core such as crunches in the seat, presses, etc. Your core strength increases with every class you take,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Lifting your legs and twisting on the bike activates your rectus abdominus, obliques, and transverse abdominus muscles, as well as your back and the muscles along your spine. Strong core muscles help protect you from lower back injuries and create a strong base for all of the movement you do during the day.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Work Your Core for Better Cycling<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Cycling helps build core strength, but to get even better results from your cycling workout, try adding off-the-bike core strength exercises to your routine. With a stronger core, you&#8217;ll be able to cycle longer with less fatigue and reduce your risk of injury.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 7. Gives Sense of Community <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Group exercise classes like Soulcycle and Flywheel can help give you a sense of community. After all, you&#8217;re all in it together. Research shows that group exercise lowers stress and improves emotional well-being while increasing social connectedness and mutual support. And with group exercise, you are more likely to keep up your new habit and keep coming back. Calloway agrees, stating that &#8220;Community at SoulCycle is everything. I can truly say you work harder when you know you have a pack of like-minded people in the same room aiming for the same goal. The community pushes you and keeps you coming back.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 8. Promotes a Healthy Heart <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Aerobic activity improves heart health, protecting you from heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and more. The American Heart Association recommends 150 minutes of exercise, such as spin class, that gets your heart pumping each week. If your classes are vigorous, then 75 minutes is plenty to provide these protective benefits. Spin class promises to improve your aerobic capacity, cholesterol and triglyceride levels, blood pressure, and body composition.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Byrdie Tip<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>To further reap the rewards of an active lifestyle, add two days of full-body strength training each week, and spend less time sitting. Even greater benefits will be gained by being active for 300 or more minutes each week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin classes like SoulCycle and Flywheel are a fun way to increase your physical, mental, and social well-being. Joining group exercise classes can increase the likelihood that you&#8217;ll return to your workout, helping you reach your fitness goals. &#8220;I try to take out whatever I&#8217;m feeling on my bike. And being able to do that with a group of amazing people cheering you on and pushing themselves as well is euphoric,&#8221; shares Calloway. Try signing up for a spin class in your community, or if you prefer to work out at home, try the online versions of spin classes to keep you motivated outside of the gym.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources mntl-article-sources mntl-expandable-block u-article-styles\" data-scroll-offset=\"70\">\n<div class=\"loc toggle-content\">\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__wrapper mntl-block\" data-click-tracked=\"true\"><span id=\"mntl-article-sources__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__heading mntl-text-block\">Article Sources<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc expandable-content\">\n<div id=\"citation-sources__text_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources__text mntl-text-block\">Byrdie takes every opportunity to use high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial guidelines to learn more about how we keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__citation-sources mntl-citation-sources mntl-sources\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ol class=\"mntl-sources__content\">\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-5\">\n<p>Harvard Health Publishing. Spinning: good for the heart and muscles, gentle on joints. Updated February 24, 2018.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-10\">\n<p>Saanijoki T, Tuominen L, Tuulari JJ, et al. Opioid release after high-intensity interval training in healthy human subjects.\u00a0<em>Neuropsychopharmacology<\/em>. 2018;43(2):246-254. doi:10.1038\/npp.2017.148<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-6\">\n<p>Jung WS, Hwang H, Kim J, Park HY, Lim K. 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Effects of group fitness classes on stress and quality of life of medical students.\u00a0<em>J Am Osteopath Assoc<\/em>. 2017;117(11):e17-e25. doi:10.7556\/jaoa.2017.140<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-8\">\n<p>American Heart Association. American Heart Association recommendations for physical activity in adults and kids. Updated April 18, 2018.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-11\">\n<p>Yang YJ. An overview of current physical activity recommendations in primary care.\u00a0<em>Korean J Fam Med<\/em>. 2019;40(3):135-142. doi:10.4082\/kjfm.19.0038<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Health &amp; Wellness<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span 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card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-elliptical-machines-for-low-impact-workouts-tout-d8436956a925482da357b39197fd8632-1.webp\" title=\"byr-elliptical-machines-for-low-impact-workouts-tout-d8436956a925482da357b39197fd8632-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-elliptical-machines-for-low-impact-workouts-tout-d8436956a925482da357b39197fd8632-1.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Collage of home elliptical machines from Sunny, Bowflex, and Life Fitness on a gray background\" title=\"byr-elliptical-machines-for-low-impact-workouts-tout-d8436956a925482da357b39197fd8632-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">11 Best Elliptical Machines for Low-Impact Workouts at Home<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li 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id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">Spinning, Explained: What the Popular Workout Really Does for Your Body<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">It has a cult following for a reason.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Katharine has covered celebrity beauty secrets, insider tips from hairstylists and makeup artists, beauty news, and product reviews for Byrdie.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Katharine McEntee<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Katharine McEntee: Contributing Writer for Byrdie\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byrdieheadshot1-30d3b68d45b24d20a68a29ce367bfe52.webp\" title=\"byrdieheadshot1-30d3b68d45b24d20a68a29ce367bfe52\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byrdieheadshot1-30d3b68d45b24d20a68a29ce367bfe52.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Katharine McEntee: Contributing Writer for Byrdie\" title=\"byrdieheadshot1-30d3b68d45b24d20a68a29ce367bfe52\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nKatharine McEntee\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--x\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--linkedin\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nKatharine has covered celebrity beauty secrets, insider tips from hairstylists and makeup artists, beauty news, and product reviews for Byrdie.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on January 18, 2026 06:49PM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--beauty_wellness_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Traci Copeland is a fitness trainer based in New York. She specializes in yoga, fitness, dance, and running and is a Nike Training Club Master Trainer.\u00a0\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Traci Copeland<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Byrdie writer Traci Copeland headshot\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/copeland_traci-2dc988907b774d86975c7e3e45584588.webp\" title=\"copeland_traci-2dc988907b774d86975c7e3e45584588\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/copeland_traci-2dc988907b774d86975c7e3e45584588.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Byrdie writer Traci Copeland headshot\" title=\"copeland_traci-2dc988907b774d86975c7e3e45584588\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nTraci Copeland\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nTraci Copeland is a fitness trainer based in New York. She specializes in yoga, fitness, dance, and running and is a Nike Training Club Master Trainer.\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nAbout Byrdie&#8217;s Beauty &amp; Wellness Board\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">Fitness Trainer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--fact_checker\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Anna Harris is an experienced fact-checker and researcher and a beauty writer and editor.\u00a0\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Anna Harris<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top mntl-author-tooltip__top--no-image\">\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><br \/>\nAnna Harris\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nAnna Harris is an experienced fact-checker and researcher and a beauty writer and editor.\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nLEARN ABOUT BYRDIE&#8217;S EDITORIAL GUIDELINES\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" alt=\"Person on a stationary bike in a fitness setting\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Person on a stationary bike in a fitness setting\" title=\"spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Spin classes offer a low-impact workout that enhances joint health while strengthening surrounding muscles and bones.<\/li>\n<li>Indoor cycling reduces stress and improves mood through adrenaline and endorphin release.<\/li>\n<li>Spin class strengthens core muscles and improves your posture, protecting the lower back from potential injuries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin class has been around since the early &#8217;90s, but as of late, the hardcore workout has developed something of a cult following. So why is everyone raving about biking in place? It turns out, like most exercises, spinning is really, really good for you. To learn the many health benefits of spin class, we reached out to Ashley Calloway, an instructor at SoulCycle, who shared the reasons we should add indoor cycling to our workout routines.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Ashley Calloway is an instructor at SoulCycle in Washington, DC. Her background in music means her classes are charged with energy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we never quite understood the appeal of biking in place coupled with upbeat music and an inspirational shout or two, after talking to Calloway, we started to understand just why people are hooked on the exercise. From its stress-reduction abilities to its impressive calorie-burning, cycling is a serious workout that improves physical and mental health.<strong> Here are eight benefits of spin class and the reasons you should give it a try.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 1. It&#8217;s Easy On The Joints <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spinning is a low-impact exercise that is easy on the joints. Like running, spinning is a great cardiovascular workout. However, Calloway says you are less likely to suffer from hip, knee, and ankle injuries commonly associated with other cardio exercises because it is low-impact. For those with joint pain or mobility issues, especially older adults, cycling can be a great way to keep active while avoiding pain.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Even better\u2014indoor cycling can improve your joint function: &#8220;The continuous motion that we do while indoor cycling is also super beneficial to your joints (especially your knees) because that constant full-range movement of your legs produces synovial fluids, which will keep your joints lubricated throughout the day,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Moreover, cycling may increase the strength and function of your muscles, ligaments, and bones that surround your joints, improving your daily function and helping keep you fit and active as you age.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 2. Decreases Stress <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1457\" alt=\"portrait of happy black femme\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1457\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"portrait of happy black femme\" title=\"stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>W2 PHOTOGRAPHY \/ STOCKSY<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Yoga isn&#8217;t the only mind-and-body workout. Indoor cycling signals an adrenaline rush and endorphin release, proven to lower stress levels. &#8220;Endorphins help improve our moods, sleep, reduces stress, etc. For me, indoor cycling is my release,&#8221; shares Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While most exercise forms help with stress management, 40- to 60-minute cycling sessions are a quick and effective way to relieve stress <em>and<\/em> improve physical fitness. Once you&#8217;re in the zone, it&#8217;s hard to focus on anything other than keeping up with the instructor. It takes your mind off that rough day at work and makes you feel super accomplished when you finish your workout.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 3. Burns Calories <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> As evidenced by the sweaty shirts of many indoor cyclers post-ride, Calloway says that spin class is a great way to burn calories because it&#8217;s fun and engaging. &#8220;You really have to exercise your mind to keep up with the choreography sequences and cues. You are also in control of how far you push yourself, which is empowering,&#8221; she says. &#8220;At SoulCycle, we do not depend on a number to tell us how far to push resistance-wise. It&#8217;s all based on your feeling. With that control, I push myself to new limits every class.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Since cycling is so intense, many classes incorporate high-intensity interval training, which is thought to increase calorie burn post-workout. This bonus benefit means that spin class is both a fast and effective cardiovascular workout. Calloway takes advantage of this: &#8220;Although we&#8217;re not technically at HIIT class, I try to give my class a nice mix of heavy resistance work and fast fun songs. So your heart rate doesn&#8217;t stay the same the entire class, which helps with calorie burn even when class is over,&#8221; she says.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 4. Improves Strength <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"black femme exercising in the sun\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"black femme exercising in the sun\" title=\"stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>MARC BORDONS \/ Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Contrary to popular belief, spin class builds muscle strength without adding bulk. Calloway notes, like all other forms of cardio, indoor cycling recruits your whole body, not just your quads. &#8220;Once you master your form on the bike, you&#8217;ll notice that you&#8217;re able to work your full legs, core, and arms. I always tell my riders to tuck, poke, and pop. Tuck your core up and in, poke your glutes out (towards the back of your seat), and pop your chest. This allows you to focus on driving your weight in your heels. Doing this will help you work your hamstrings and glutes while your core supports your every movement,&#8221; she explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While each class is designed differently, she says that a cycling segment may focus on building arm strength or increasing resistance on the bike to build strength. The variety in the classes is intended to help build strength, endurance, and improve cardiovascular health.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 5. Builds Mental Strength <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin class can be a challenge, pushing you mentally to keep up with the instructor and classmates. Although you should always listen to your body, pushing yourself close to your limits is a fantastic way to build mental strength. &#8220;As an instructor, I&#8217;m constantly throwing out different sequences of choreography at a fast pace to keep you on your toes. I&#8217;d say the heavier resistance work is to build muscle and to spike our heart rates, and the faster lighter resistance\/more choreography focused work builds endurance and strengthens the mind,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Research shows that intense exercise benefits cognitive functioning and well-being and even protects your brain from age-related decline. So jump on that bike to remain sharp as a tack as you get older.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 6. Strengthens Core <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> As you keep your body in an upright position while balancing on the bike, your core will work to prevent you from tipping over. &#8220;Your core is the meat and potatoes of an effective indoor cycling class. It supports every movement we do on the bike, protecting you from straining your lower back,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Mastering your form is vital, explains Calloway, so properly engaging your core is a fundamental she ensures her class practices until perfect. &#8220;Once this is mastered, you&#8217;ll be ready to tackle\u00a0different choreography in a class geared towards your obliques and complete core such as crunches in the seat, presses, etc. Your core strength increases with every class you take,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Lifting your legs and twisting on the bike activates your rectus abdominus, obliques, and transverse abdominus muscles, as well as your back and the muscles along your spine. Strong core muscles help protect you from lower back injuries and create a strong base for all of the movement you do during the day.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Work Your Core for Better Cycling<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Cycling helps build core strength, but to get even better results from your cycling workout, try adding off-the-bike core strength exercises to your routine. With a stronger core, you&#8217;ll be able to cycle longer with less fatigue and reduce your risk of injury.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 7. Gives Sense of Community <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Group exercise classes like Soulcycle and Flywheel can help give you a sense of community. After all, you&#8217;re all in it together. Research shows that group exercise lowers stress and improves emotional well-being while increasing social connectedness and mutual support. And with group exercise, you are more likely to keep up your new habit and keep coming back. Calloway agrees, stating that &#8220;Community at SoulCycle is everything. I can truly say you work harder when you know you have a pack of like-minded people in the same room aiming for the same goal. The community pushes you and keeps you coming back.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 8. Promotes a Healthy Heart <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Aerobic activity improves heart health, protecting you from heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and more. The American Heart Association recommends 150 minutes of exercise, such as spin class, that gets your heart pumping each week. If your classes are vigorous, then 75 minutes is plenty to provide these protective benefits. Spin class promises to improve your aerobic capacity, cholesterol and triglyceride levels, blood pressure, and body composition.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Byrdie Tip<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>To further reap the rewards of an active lifestyle, add two days of full-body strength training each week, and spend less time sitting. Even greater benefits will be gained by being active for 300 or more minutes each week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin classes like SoulCycle and Flywheel are a fun way to increase your physical, mental, and social well-being. Joining group exercise classes can increase the likelihood that you&#8217;ll return to your workout, helping you reach your fitness goals. &#8220;I try to take out whatever I&#8217;m feeling on my bike. And being able to do that with a group of amazing people cheering you on and pushing themselves as well is euphoric,&#8221; shares Calloway. Try signing up for a spin class in your community, or if you prefer to work out at home, try the online versions of spin classes to keep you motivated outside of the gym.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources mntl-article-sources mntl-expandable-block u-article-styles\" data-scroll-offset=\"70\">\n<div class=\"loc toggle-content\">\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__wrapper mntl-block\" data-click-tracked=\"true\"><span id=\"mntl-article-sources__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__heading mntl-text-block\">Article Sources<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc expandable-content\">\n<div id=\"citation-sources__text_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources__text mntl-text-block\">Byrdie takes every opportunity to use high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial guidelines to learn more about how we keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__citation-sources mntl-citation-sources mntl-sources\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ol class=\"mntl-sources__content\">\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-5\">\n<p>Harvard Health Publishing. Spinning: good for the heart and muscles, gentle on joints. Updated February 24, 2018.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-10\">\n<p>Saanijoki T, Tuominen L, Tuulari JJ, et al. Opioid release after high-intensity interval training in healthy human subjects.\u00a0<em>Neuropsychopharmacology<\/em>. 2018;43(2):246-254. doi:10.1038\/npp.2017.148<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-6\">\n<p>Jung WS, Hwang H, Kim J, Park HY, Lim K. Comparison of excess post-exercise oxygen consumption of different exercises in normal weight obesity women.\u00a0<em>J Exerc Nutrition Biochem<\/em>. 2019;23(2):22-27. doi:10.20463\/jenb.2019.0013<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-2\">\n<p>Mandolesi L, Polverino A, Montuori S, et al. Effects of physical exercise on cognitive functioning and wellbeing: biological and psychological benefits.\u00a0<em>Front Psychol<\/em>. 2018;9:509. doi:10.3389\/fpsyg.2018.00509<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-9\">\n<p>Asplund C, Ross M. Core stability and bicycling.\u00a0<em>Curr Sports Med Rep<\/em>. 2010;9(3):155-160. doi:10.1249\/JSR.0b013e3181de0f91<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-4\">\n<p>Yorks DM, Frothingham CA, Schuenke MD. Effects of group fitness classes on stress and quality of life of medical students.\u00a0<em>J Am Osteopath Assoc<\/em>. 2017;117(11):e17-e25. doi:10.7556\/jaoa.2017.140<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-8\">\n<p>American Heart Association. American Heart Association recommendations for physical activity in adults and kids. Updated April 18, 2018.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-11\">\n<p>Yang YJ. An overview of current physical activity recommendations in primary care.\u00a0<em>Korean J Fam Med<\/em>. 2019;40(3):135-142. doi:10.4082\/kjfm.19.0038<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Health &amp; Wellness<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Fitness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" alt=\"Person on a stationary bike in a fitness setting\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Person on a stationary bike in a fitness setting\" title=\"spinning-2-a96111ffc8fb481c97564501e31f6ad0-6\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Spin classes offer a low-impact workout that enhances joint health while strengthening surrounding muscles and bones.<\/li>\n<li>Indoor cycling reduces stress and improves mood through adrenaline and endorphin release.<\/li>\n<li>Spin class strengthens core muscles and improves your posture, protecting the lower back from potential injuries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin class has been around since the early &#8217;90s, but as of late, the hardcore workout has developed something of a cult following. So why is everyone raving about biking in place? It turns out, like most exercises, spinning is really, really good for you. To learn the many health benefits of spin class, we reached out to Ashley Calloway, an instructor at SoulCycle, who shared the reasons we should add indoor cycling to our workout routines.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Ashley Calloway is an instructor at SoulCycle in Washington, DC. Her background in music means her classes are charged with energy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we never quite understood the appeal of biking in place coupled with upbeat music and an inspirational shout or two, after talking to Calloway, we started to understand just why people are hooked on the exercise. From its stress-reduction abilities to its impressive calorie-burning, cycling is a serious workout that improves physical and mental health.<strong> Here are eight benefits of spin class and the reasons you should give it a try.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 1. It&#8217;s Easy On The Joints <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spinning is a low-impact exercise that is easy on the joints. Like running, spinning is a great cardiovascular workout. However, Calloway says you are less likely to suffer from hip, knee, and ankle injuries commonly associated with other cardio exercises because it is low-impact. For those with joint pain or mobility issues, especially older adults, cycling can be a great way to keep active while avoiding pain.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Even better\u2014indoor cycling can improve your joint function: &#8220;The continuous motion that we do while indoor cycling is also super beneficial to your joints (especially your knees) because that constant full-range movement of your legs produces synovial fluids, which will keep your joints lubricated throughout the day,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Moreover, cycling may increase the strength and function of your muscles, ligaments, and bones that surround your joints, improving your daily function and helping keep you fit and active as you age.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 2. Decreases Stress <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1457\" alt=\"portrait of happy black femme\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1457\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"portrait of happy black femme\" title=\"stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>W2 PHOTOGRAPHY \/ STOCKSY<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Yoga isn&#8217;t the only mind-and-body workout. Indoor cycling signals an adrenaline rush and endorphin release, proven to lower stress levels. &#8220;Endorphins help improve our moods, sleep, reduces stress, etc. For me, indoor cycling is my release,&#8221; shares Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While most exercise forms help with stress management, 40- to 60-minute cycling sessions are a quick and effective way to relieve stress <em>and<\/em> improve physical fitness. Once you&#8217;re in the zone, it&#8217;s hard to focus on anything other than keeping up with the instructor. It takes your mind off that rough day at work and makes you feel super accomplished when you finish your workout.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 3. Burns Calories <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> As evidenced by the sweaty shirts of many indoor cyclers post-ride, Calloway says that spin class is a great way to burn calories because it&#8217;s fun and engaging. &#8220;You really have to exercise your mind to keep up with the choreography sequences and cues. You are also in control of how far you push yourself, which is empowering,&#8221; she says. &#8220;At SoulCycle, we do not depend on a number to tell us how far to push resistance-wise. It&#8217;s all based on your feeling. With that control, I push myself to new limits every class.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Since cycling is so intense, many classes incorporate high-intensity interval training, which is thought to increase calorie burn post-workout. This bonus benefit means that spin class is both a fast and effective cardiovascular workout. Calloway takes advantage of this: &#8220;Although we&#8217;re not technically at HIIT class, I try to give my class a nice mix of heavy resistance work and fast fun songs. So your heart rate doesn&#8217;t stay the same the entire class, which helps with calorie burn even when class is over,&#8221; she says.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 4. Improves Strength <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"black femme exercising in the sun\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"black femme exercising in the sun\" title=\"stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>MARC BORDONS \/ Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Contrary to popular belief, spin class builds muscle strength without adding bulk. Calloway notes, like all other forms of cardio, indoor cycling recruits your whole body, not just your quads. &#8220;Once you master your form on the bike, you&#8217;ll notice that you&#8217;re able to work your full legs, core, and arms. I always tell my riders to tuck, poke, and pop. Tuck your core up and in, poke your glutes out (towards the back of your seat), and pop your chest. This allows you to focus on driving your weight in your heels. Doing this will help you work your hamstrings and glutes while your core supports your every movement,&#8221; she explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While each class is designed differently, she says that a cycling segment may focus on building arm strength or increasing resistance on the bike to build strength. The variety in the classes is intended to help build strength, endurance, and improve cardiovascular health.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 5. Builds Mental Strength <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin class can be a challenge, pushing you mentally to keep up with the instructor and classmates. Although you should always listen to your body, pushing yourself close to your limits is a fantastic way to build mental strength. &#8220;As an instructor, I&#8217;m constantly throwing out different sequences of choreography at a fast pace to keep you on your toes. I&#8217;d say the heavier resistance work is to build muscle and to spike our heart rates, and the faster lighter resistance\/more choreography focused work builds endurance and strengthens the mind,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Research shows that intense exercise benefits cognitive functioning and well-being and even protects your brain from age-related decline. So jump on that bike to remain sharp as a tack as you get older.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 6. Strengthens Core <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> As you keep your body in an upright position while balancing on the bike, your core will work to prevent you from tipping over. &#8220;Your core is the meat and potatoes of an effective indoor cycling class. It supports every movement we do on the bike, protecting you from straining your lower back,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Mastering your form is vital, explains Calloway, so properly engaging your core is a fundamental she ensures her class practices until perfect. &#8220;Once this is mastered, you&#8217;ll be ready to tackle\u00a0different choreography in a class geared towards your obliques and complete core such as crunches in the seat, presses, etc. Your core strength increases with every class you take,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Lifting your legs and twisting on the bike activates your rectus abdominus, obliques, and transverse abdominus muscles, as well as your back and the muscles along your spine. Strong core muscles help protect you from lower back injuries and create a strong base for all of the movement you do during the day.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Work Your Core for Better Cycling<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Cycling helps build core strength, but to get even better results from your cycling workout, try adding off-the-bike core strength exercises to your routine. With a stronger core, you&#8217;ll be able to cycle longer with less fatigue and reduce your risk of injury.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 7. Gives Sense of Community <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Group exercise classes like Soulcycle and Flywheel can help give you a sense of community. After all, you&#8217;re all in it together. Research shows that group exercise lowers stress and improves emotional well-being while increasing social connectedness and mutual support. And with group exercise, you are more likely to keep up your new habit and keep coming back. Calloway agrees, stating that &#8220;Community at SoulCycle is everything. I can truly say you work harder when you know you have a pack of like-minded people in the same room aiming for the same goal. The community pushes you and keeps you coming back.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 8. Promotes a Healthy Heart <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Aerobic activity improves heart health, protecting you from heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and more. The American Heart Association recommends 150 minutes of exercise, such as spin class, that gets your heart pumping each week. If your classes are vigorous, then 75 minutes is plenty to provide these protective benefits. Spin class promises to improve your aerobic capacity, cholesterol and triglyceride levels, blood pressure, and body composition.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Byrdie Tip<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>To further reap the rewards of an active lifestyle, add two days of full-body strength training each week, and spend less time sitting. Even greater benefits will be gained by being active for 300 or more minutes each week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin classes like SoulCycle and Flywheel are a fun way to increase your physical, mental, and social well-being. Joining group exercise classes can increase the likelihood that you&#8217;ll return to your workout, helping you reach your fitness goals. &#8220;I try to take out whatever I&#8217;m feeling on my bike. And being able to do that with a group of amazing people cheering you on and pushing themselves as well is euphoric,&#8221; shares Calloway. Try signing up for a spin class in your community, or if you prefer to work out at home, try the online versions of spin classes to keep you motivated outside of the gym.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources mntl-article-sources mntl-expandable-block u-article-styles\" data-scroll-offset=\"70\">\n<div class=\"loc toggle-content\">\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__wrapper mntl-block\" data-click-tracked=\"true\"><span id=\"mntl-article-sources__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__heading mntl-text-block\">Article Sources<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc expandable-content\">\n<div id=\"citation-sources__text_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources__text mntl-text-block\">Byrdie takes every opportunity to use high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial guidelines to learn more about how we keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__citation-sources mntl-citation-sources mntl-sources\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ol class=\"mntl-sources__content\">\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-5\">\n<p>Harvard Health Publishing. Spinning: good for the heart and muscles, gentle on joints. Updated February 24, 2018.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-10\">\n<p>Saanijoki T, Tuominen L, Tuulari JJ, et al. Opioid release after high-intensity interval training in healthy human subjects.\u00a0<em>Neuropsychopharmacology<\/em>. 2018;43(2):246-254. doi:10.1038\/npp.2017.148<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-6\">\n<p>Jung WS, Hwang H, Kim J, Park HY, Lim K. Comparison of excess post-exercise oxygen consumption of different exercises in normal weight obesity women.\u00a0<em>J Exerc Nutrition Biochem<\/em>. 2019;23(2):22-27. doi:10.20463\/jenb.2019.0013<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-2\">\n<p>Mandolesi L, Polverino A, Montuori S, et al. Effects of physical exercise on cognitive functioning and wellbeing: biological and psychological benefits.\u00a0<em>Front Psychol<\/em>. 2018;9:509. doi:10.3389\/fpsyg.2018.00509<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-9\">\n<p>Asplund C, Ross M. Core stability and bicycling.\u00a0<em>Curr Sports Med Rep<\/em>. 2010;9(3):155-160. doi:10.1249\/JSR.0b013e3181de0f91<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-4\">\n<p>Yorks DM, Frothingham CA, Schuenke MD. Effects of group fitness classes on stress and quality of life of medical students.\u00a0<em>J Am Osteopath Assoc<\/em>. 2017;117(11):e17-e25. doi:10.7556\/jaoa.2017.140<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-8\">\n<p>American Heart Association. American Heart Association recommendations for physical activity in adults and kids. Updated April 18, 2018.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-11\">\n<p>Yang YJ. An overview of current physical activity recommendations in primary care.\u00a0<em>Korean J Fam Med<\/em>. 2019;40(3):135-142. doi:10.4082\/kjfm.19.0038<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Spin classes offer a low-impact workout that enhances joint health while strengthening surrounding muscles and bones.<\/li>\n<li>Indoor cycling reduces stress and improves mood through adrenaline and endorphin release.<\/li>\n<li>Spin class strengthens core muscles and improves your posture, protecting the lower back from potential injuries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin class has been around since the early &#8217;90s, but as of late, the hardcore workout has developed something of a cult following. So why is everyone raving about biking in place? It turns out, like most exercises, spinning is really, really good for you. To learn the many health benefits of spin class, we reached out to Ashley Calloway, an instructor at SoulCycle, who shared the reasons we should add indoor cycling to our workout routines.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Ashley Calloway is an instructor at SoulCycle in Washington, DC. Her background in music means her classes are charged with energy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we never quite understood the appeal of biking in place coupled with upbeat music and an inspirational shout or two, after talking to Calloway, we started to understand just why people are hooked on the exercise. From its stress-reduction abilities to its impressive calorie-burning, cycling is a serious workout that improves physical and mental health.<strong> Here are eight benefits of spin class and the reasons you should give it a try.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 1. It&#8217;s Easy On The Joints <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spinning is a low-impact exercise that is easy on the joints. Like running, spinning is a great cardiovascular workout. However, Calloway says you are less likely to suffer from hip, knee, and ankle injuries commonly associated with other cardio exercises because it is low-impact. For those with joint pain or mobility issues, especially older adults, cycling can be a great way to keep active while avoiding pain.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Even better\u2014indoor cycling can improve your joint function: &#8220;The continuous motion that we do while indoor cycling is also super beneficial to your joints (especially your knees) because that constant full-range movement of your legs produces synovial fluids, which will keep your joints lubricated throughout the day,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Moreover, cycling may increase the strength and function of your muscles, ligaments, and bones that surround your joints, improving your daily function and helping keep you fit and active as you age.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 2. Decreases Stress <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1457\" alt=\"portrait of happy black femme\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1457\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"portrait of happy black femme\" title=\"stocksy_txpf504f23dwb1300_medium_2217502-crop-9b3e13a2b7044024b39fd97fa79bf751\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>W2 PHOTOGRAPHY \/ STOCKSY<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Yoga isn&#8217;t the only mind-and-body workout. Indoor cycling signals an adrenaline rush and endorphin release, proven to lower stress levels. &#8220;Endorphins help improve our moods, sleep, reduces stress, etc. For me, indoor cycling is my release,&#8221; shares Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While most exercise forms help with stress management, 40- to 60-minute cycling sessions are a quick and effective way to relieve stress <em>and<\/em> improve physical fitness. Once you&#8217;re in the zone, it&#8217;s hard to focus on anything other than keeping up with the instructor. It takes your mind off that rough day at work and makes you feel super accomplished when you finish your workout.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 3. Burns Calories <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> As evidenced by the sweaty shirts of many indoor cyclers post-ride, Calloway says that spin class is a great way to burn calories because it&#8217;s fun and engaging. &#8220;You really have to exercise your mind to keep up with the choreography sequences and cues. You are also in control of how far you push yourself, which is empowering,&#8221; she says. &#8220;At SoulCycle, we do not depend on a number to tell us how far to push resistance-wise. It&#8217;s all based on your feeling. With that control, I push myself to new limits every class.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Since cycling is so intense, many classes incorporate high-intensity interval training, which is thought to increase calorie burn post-workout. This bonus benefit means that spin class is both a fast and effective cardiovascular workout. Calloway takes advantage of this: &#8220;Although we&#8217;re not technically at HIIT class, I try to give my class a nice mix of heavy resistance work and fast fun songs. So your heart rate doesn&#8217;t stay the same the entire class, which helps with calorie burn even when class is over,&#8221; she says.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 4. Improves Strength <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"black femme exercising in the sun\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"black femme exercising in the sun\" title=\"stocksy_txp220df54aub1300_medium_2870760-crop-ed8212bba6434989b20cf1e6c69e46c7\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>MARC BORDONS \/ Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Contrary to popular belief, spin class builds muscle strength without adding bulk. Calloway notes, like all other forms of cardio, indoor cycling recruits your whole body, not just your quads. &#8220;Once you master your form on the bike, you&#8217;ll notice that you&#8217;re able to work your full legs, core, and arms. I always tell my riders to tuck, poke, and pop. Tuck your core up and in, poke your glutes out (towards the back of your seat), and pop your chest. This allows you to focus on driving your weight in your heels. Doing this will help you work your hamstrings and glutes while your core supports your every movement,&#8221; she explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While each class is designed differently, she says that a cycling segment may focus on building arm strength or increasing resistance on the bike to build strength. The variety in the classes is intended to help build strength, endurance, and improve cardiovascular health.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 5. Builds Mental Strength <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin class can be a challenge, pushing you mentally to keep up with the instructor and classmates. Although you should always listen to your body, pushing yourself close to your limits is a fantastic way to build mental strength. &#8220;As an instructor, I&#8217;m constantly throwing out different sequences of choreography at a fast pace to keep you on your toes. I&#8217;d say the heavier resistance work is to build muscle and to spike our heart rates, and the faster lighter resistance\/more choreography focused work builds endurance and strengthens the mind,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Research shows that intense exercise benefits cognitive functioning and well-being and even protects your brain from age-related decline. So jump on that bike to remain sharp as a tack as you get older.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 6. Strengthens Core <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> As you keep your body in an upright position while balancing on the bike, your core will work to prevent you from tipping over. &#8220;Your core is the meat and potatoes of an effective indoor cycling class. It supports every movement we do on the bike, protecting you from straining your lower back,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Mastering your form is vital, explains Calloway, so properly engaging your core is a fundamental she ensures her class practices until perfect. &#8220;Once this is mastered, you&#8217;ll be ready to tackle\u00a0different choreography in a class geared towards your obliques and complete core such as crunches in the seat, presses, etc. Your core strength increases with every class you take,&#8221; says Calloway.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Lifting your legs and twisting on the bike activates your rectus abdominus, obliques, and transverse abdominus muscles, as well as your back and the muscles along your spine. Strong core muscles help protect you from lower back injuries and create a strong base for all of the movement you do during the day.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Work Your Core for Better Cycling<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Cycling helps build core strength, but to get even better results from your cycling workout, try adding off-the-bike core strength exercises to your routine. With a stronger core, you&#8217;ll be able to cycle longer with less fatigue and reduce your risk of injury.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 7. Gives Sense of Community <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Group exercise classes like Soulcycle and Flywheel can help give you a sense of community. After all, you&#8217;re all in it together. Research shows that group exercise lowers stress and improves emotional well-being while increasing social connectedness and mutual support. And with group exercise, you are more likely to keep up your new habit and keep coming back. Calloway agrees, stating that &#8220;Community at SoulCycle is everything. I can truly say you work harder when you know you have a pack of like-minded people in the same room aiming for the same goal. The community pushes you and keeps you coming back.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> 8. Promotes a Healthy Heart <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Aerobic activity improves heart health, protecting you from heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and more. The American Heart Association recommends 150 minutes of exercise, such as spin class, that gets your heart pumping each week. If your classes are vigorous, then 75 minutes is plenty to provide these protective benefits. Spin class promises to improve your aerobic capacity, cholesterol and triglyceride levels, blood pressure, and body composition.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Byrdie Tip<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>To further reap the rewards of an active lifestyle, add two days of full-body strength training each week, and spend less time sitting. Even greater benefits will be gained by being active for 300 or more minutes each week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Spin classes like SoulCycle and Flywheel are a fun way to increase your physical, mental, and social well-being. Joining group exercise classes can increase the likelihood that you&#8217;ll return to your workout, helping you reach your fitness goals. &#8220;I try to take out whatever I&#8217;m feeling on my bike. And being able to do that with a group of amazing people cheering you on and pushing themselves as well is euphoric,&#8221; shares Calloway. Try signing up for a spin class in your community, or if you prefer to work out at home, try the online versions of spin classes to keep you motivated outside of the gym.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/benefits-of-spin-class-11887981<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spinning, Explained: What the Popular Workout Really Does for Your Body It has a cult following for a reason. By Katharine McEntee Katharine McEntee Katharine has covered celebrity beauty secrets, insider tips from hairstylists and makeup artists, beauty news, and product reviews for Byrdie. 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