Indoor cycling
Riding a stationary bike indoors, in spin classes or on a smart trainer with apps.
Indoor cycling
- To start
- Free
- Each month
- $40
- Time
- 3 hours a week
- Sessions
- 30 minutes or more
- Where
- At home or out
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It gets your body properly working.
- It has a steady rhythm you can sink into.
- It's satisfying from the very first session.
You’ll like it if
- You want to get moving
- You want to have more fun
- You want to meet people
Maybe not if
- You want something gentle on your body
- You want something calm
- You want something to show for your time
What it feels like
Indoor cyclingAverage sport & Fitness hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$40The only thing you pay for
FreeFree, like 24% of hobbies
$480About $3 an hour at 3 hours a week
Before you buy
You need nothing to start. Buy only what you miss after a few sessions.
Your first session
Book a beginners' spin class, get the bike set up by the instructor and ride at a resistance that suits you.
30 minutes or moreAt home or outVery easy to start
Questions
How much does indoor cycling cost to start?
Nothing. You can start for free, then about $40 a month once you are going.
How much time does indoor cycling take?
About 3 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 30 minutes or more.
Can I do indoor cycling at home?
Yes, or out if you prefer. Fits in a bag.
Is indoor cycling good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Book a beginners' spin class, get the bike set up by the instructor and ride at a resistance that suits you.
Do I need other people for indoor cycling?
No. It works fine on your own, though plenty of people do it together.