She Says: Best Oats Ever!
I made it to my first ever spin class this morning! I have to admit that I was reallllly scared walking in, but I have no idea why. I’m not exactly out of shape, I can run half marathons and know how to pedal. So what was up with the fear? I think I was afraid of that hard seat, and I was right to be scared. The worst part of the class by far was the hard seat and the warm up at the beginning when we were mostly sitting. Other than that, it wasn’t that bad. I think I’ll try again! It was fast paced & the teacher was fun (even though he was sick, didn’t ride and kept joking that he had swine flu). I wasn’t totally impressed with the burn (43 mins, 326 cals, av. hr 153) – less than running, much more than the stationery bike and similar to the elliptical. I was probably being reserved for the first time, but now I know I can pedal harder!
I came home and made THE BEST bowl of oats ever.
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1/2 C Oats
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1 C Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
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1/2 Frozen Banana
I don’t know why, but it was amazing today! Maybe it was the beautiful antique spoon that Caitlin gave me that made the bowl. 
It’s a rainy & chilly day here in NJ. So far, I’ve washed clothes & watched more HOMYM. Have a great day.
October 17th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
SO happy you tried spin! You can definitely burn more, just get yourself used to it. I usually burn about 400 in a 45 minute class and my heart rate stays high the whole time. Glad you enjoyed it!
October 17th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
Glad you enjoyed spin class, and the oatmeal sounds delish!! Enjoy your weekend!
October 17th, 2009 at 12:16 pm
Oatmeal is always my favorite way to refuel. This morning I had cinnamon and raisin pb, but it was PB&Co. brand. That’s much easier to find around MA/RI than the elusive P.B. Loco
October 17th, 2009 at 12:29 pm
See, those bike seats are archaic! At first when I looked at your bowl of oats I thought that was a think pile of brown sugar! Reading that it was in fact peanut butter makes much more hangry pants sense.
I LOVE HEATHER P! (excited today for no good reason.)
October 17th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
I never went to a spinning class either. Actually, I haven’t gone to any class at my gym yet. I just don’t think I’m comfortable enough for now. Maybe in the next couple of weeks I’ll try a couple of different classes just to do something different and not be bored of the same ol’ gym routine.
October 17th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
So good to hear a spin review from someone trying it for the first time. I am a bit scared but I’m super excited to try it as well.
October 17th, 2009 at 1:10 pm
I’m glad you liked spin and that you didn’t start all crazy! The first time I went my heart rate went really high really fast and I vomited. Wow!
P.S. You’re so right abt Rob. He is built for Jerz. I mean, he used to manage a tanning salon!
October 17th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
Congrats on conquering spin! I was sooo scared for my first one – it took me forever to work up the courage to go. I’m still nervous!
October 17th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
Glad you had a great time at spin class….I agree they can be kind of intimidating with the dark room and everyone packed so tightly but it almost feels like you’re all one big bike team racing for the finish! Okay, that was lame, but seriously, spinning is great!
October 17th, 2009 at 1:37 pm
I’ve never tried spin…I’m too scared! Good for you conquering your fears and making it through your first class! Great job!
October 17th, 2009 at 2:11 pm
I used to do spin all the time and I loved it. Congrats on the first class!
October 17th, 2009 at 2:38 pm
Glad to hear you tried out spin class. Hubs and I go at least 3x a week and love it. The instructor really makes the class and I think if he was on the bike you might have burned more. I burn over double that BUT I am heavy over 200 lbs so of course I’ll burn more but I think the more you go, the better it will get.
After 2+ years spinning I’m finally getting spin shoes! Hubby has had them and says they make a total difference in his ride so I can’t wait.
Your bowl of oats sounds great!
October 17th, 2009 at 2:40 pm
yay for spinning!! I have never been to a class but always wanted to try one.
mm sometimes the simplest bowl of oats are just the best.
October 17th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
I’m glad you liked spinning class… you are ahead of me, since it took me MONTHS after months of spinning to enjoy it. It wasn’t until I started going at least twice a week that I turned my hate for it into pure love. But once you get hooked, it’s SO addicting!!
October 17th, 2009 at 3:32 pm
Just wanted to let you know found the pumpkin pie yogurt at the whole foods in West orange.
Have a good weekend!
October 17th, 2009 at 3:36 pm
almond milk makes oats 10x’s better.. It’s a proven fact.
October 17th, 2009 at 4:02 pm
Get a gel seat!! It makes all the difference.
October 17th, 2009 at 5:12 pm
What is a gel seat Marie?
October 17th, 2009 at 5:56 pm
I always wanted to try one of the spin classes out at my college gym, but never got around to it. I’d sign up and chicken out. Fantastic, right?
October 17th, 2009 at 6:03 pm
This is one example:
http://www.amazon.com/Bell-Base-Bicycle-Seat-Cover/dp/B00005OKZ7/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1255820503&sr=8-4
It makes the bike seat a LOT easier on the rear.
October 17th, 2009 at 6:04 pm
You can usually find them at big-box or sporting goods stores
October 17th, 2009 at 6:14 pm
Glad you had a good first experience with spinning!
October 18th, 2009 at 12:00 am
I’ve never tried using a frozen banana in my oats–how does it change the texture if at all?
October 18th, 2009 at 5:43 am
Spin is my favourite class at the gym!! I hope the instructor helped you set up your bike. I’m really finicky about my bike fit, and it can make a huge difference in the amount of bum pain I’m in after (although, you really do get used to it). I find I typically burn less with biking/spinning than I do running, just because my heart rate drops a lot when I’m seated. But the great thing about it is that you can do it for a lot longer periods of time than running without burning out (some spin classes are up to 90 minutes long!). Also, I like that you can control your resistance, so you’re always in control of how hard you want to work
October 18th, 2009 at 7:24 am
Susan, When I walked in I asked him if my legs were supposed to straighten and he came over and helped me adjust the bike.
October 18th, 2009 at 7:25 am
It doesn’t really change it – maybe makes it more creamy because of the added moisture.
October 18th, 2009 at 8:20 am
They have spin classes at our college, and they always look so fun, but very challenging as well!!
October 18th, 2009 at 10:31 am
So happy to hear that you enjoyed our first spin class. I remember mine… I was nervous as well. You just don’t know what to expect and than it is over and you are like.. wow. I did it and enjoyed it! Than the next day your legs are sore and you think – what did I do. HAHA