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Everyone’s seen the new cycling boutiques out there. If you have decided that you want to try one, but find them a bit intimidating, here are some tips on getting started. The most important decision is to address your fears head-on. Once you confirm they are unnecessary thoughts, you will be ready to tackle the challenge! TRYING SOMETHING NEW Confront your own demons when trying something new—you know, the ones that say “I’m not fit enough; why did I let myself go; I’ll never make it through 45 minutes; I’ll have to sit in the front row; It’s easier to just not go.” There is no better time than the present. Live your best life today! Be the woman, the wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend that you want to be. Be the example you want to set for your children. Take charge of your health now, one pedal stroke at a time. GETTING INTO SHAPE Everyone is a welcome friend … people will not judge you even if you feel you are not in good enough shape. Once the lights go down and the ride starts, the bikes and instruction accommodate every skill level. You can even customize your workout to where your need is on any given day. IT’S NOT JUST FOR LEGS Yes, riders can develop great legs, toned quads and bum, as well as more flexible joints, but did you know rides utilize the full body with dedication to the core at intervals throughout and a focused portion of most routines to working each arm
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Tiffany Spach is an instructor at CycleBar Lake Norman located at 20601 Torrence Chapel Road, Suite 5A, in Cornelius. You may contact CycleBar at 704.940.4850 or via their website at www.cyclebar.com.
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muscle?! Benefits of indoor cycling also include an endorphin rush that releases happy hormones that can put you in a great mood and help you sleep better, and you can even develop more youthful, glowing skin through sweating!
FRONT ROW FEARS Reserve your bike ahead of time. Choose the spot where you feel most comfortable. For example, our studio has a diagram that allows you to decide—maybe it’s on the side, the back row, or a dark corner … better yet under a fan!
Understand you can live your best life now. Reprogram your way of thinking for your best potential outcome. Take these four simple steps: 1 Register for a class that best suits your schedule. 2 Arrive 10-15 minutes early to get set up on the bike; water bottle, locker, shoes, and a towel are provided. 3 Conquer your fears one pedal stroke at a time. 4 Sit proud and let your inner child smile … You are amazing!
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