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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. Thanks everybody. I got it’s not very helpful. I am doing Apple Fitness classes, which require adding and taking off resistance in bursts. Is the pedals resistance not helping because the length of the workout is too short?[/quote]

I think the main thing is that on a stationary bike, even with resistance, you aren't getting the true benefit of resistance training. You will get some benefit to your glutes and legs, but because you are seated/standing, very minimal benefit to your core.

The best resistance workouts incorporate weight, whether your body weight, free weights, or a machine. I personally like combining free weights with destabilizing positions to really activate core muscles and force my body to turn on stabilizer muscles. I think this is one of the best things you can do for fitness as you age because you are basically training your muscles for stability, balance, and endurance. It's just really hard to do that while seated on a bike.

Resistance training doesn't have to take forever though, and combining resistance and cardio is a great idea because working muscle groups after tiring them out makes them work harder and has higher ROI. I'd add a 5-10 minute resistance training circuit with weights or bands to the end of your spinning. You can find lots of idea online.[/quote]

Thank you! Very helpful.[/quote]

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