The spin I’m in
Around the same time I kicked my writing routine into high gear, I also ratcheted up my exercise regimen. I’d been using the Precor five times a week and practicing yoga, but I switched two machine workouts for a couple of hard-core spin classes.
As with my yoga teacher, I’m drawing inspiration from my spin instructor. Here, for instance, are some coaching tips I remember. I think they work equally well for other aspects of our lives, including writing — mixed and matched, of course, to our own goals and abilities:
You can do this! Draw on the strength you have in your core.
Get up, up, up out of the saddle! Make the rest of your body work as hard as your legs.
Don’t underestimate yourself – keep pushing!
Dial back the tension if you need to, but don’t stop unless you have to.
When you lean too hard on the handlebars, you decrease your energy output.
Let the music help you keep a steady pace.
What life (or writing) lessons have you learned while working out?
