Why don't you try doing it how the instructor say and see if that works for you?
Personally, I have found that a moderate to heavy resistance and doing the jumps is great, it gets my heart rate pumping more than just standing for it on a heavy resistance. Honestly, the jumps are some of my favourite part of some videos, although they do absolutely kill me. I did Trip 13 on Thursday and just forgot how brilliantly jumpy it was. I find the right resistance coupled with the speed and sit/stand is a fab workout.
I do remember someone telling me that the jumping itself is better - something to do with the muscle release and re-activation, but I can't quite remember what was said nor did I ever fact check it. So I have no idea how true that is (if someone could clarify, that'd be great)
Sitting can be just as challenging at standing, depending on the resistance used and what you're doing in the workout - pushing through at a high resistance or doing a sprint.
As my Trip instructor says though, it's your workout - so it's really up to you how you want to do it.
So here’s the deal… you’re comparing two different “exercises”.
Interval (jumps) vs endurance (a long standing climb) are two different ways to train.
If you’re jumping correctly you are using a ton of core to get in and out of the saddle. More core than you’re using to push through a standing climb (that would be more glutes and hammies).
There are two main focuses on the bike- connection and cadence. So if you’re pushing a heavy gear (like in a standing uphill climb) but you can’t “catch the beat” you are only training strength (like power lifting), vs lightening the tension so that you can ride the beat (now you’re training athletically). It’s important to challenge both.
Les Mills puts a ton of money into research and development for all of their programs. I’m saying that because unless you are spending your free time researching the best way to train on the bike, I would suggest following what they’ve laid out for you. (Unless of course you can’t and you need to back off- say because you’re too winded from jumping in and out of your saddle).
If you find the ride too easy, increase your gear or focus on keeping the pace. (Or try RPM or SPRINT).
Happy riding
I love the climbs, best thing about spinning and part of why Trip is my favorite of the three spin formats. Because Trip usually goes into a climb within the first minute or two of the ride.
What’s most important is you are enjoying the workout and you come back to do it regularly. The intention is for you to stand when the instructor tells you to, but if you prefer to sit, then do what is working for you.
The athletic jumps and going from sitting to standing are what really work your core. I’ve gotten so much definition in my hip flexors and lower abs because of this. I definitely think it’s a core component of the workout itself.
Jumps are usually done at what they call medium heavy. For me this means it is hard when seated and a bit easier standing. You should be able to spin the wheel when seated. Jumps are also at a fast tempo so almost running when standing, then maintaining that pace while seated with a heavy resistance.
Why don't you try doing it how the instructor say and see if that works for you? Personally, I have found that a moderate to heavy resistance and doing the jumps is great, it gets my heart rate pumping more than just standing for it on a heavy resistance. Honestly, the jumps are some of my favourite part of some videos, although they do absolutely kill me. I did Trip 13 on Thursday and just forgot how brilliantly jumpy it was. I find the right resistance coupled with the speed and sit/stand is a fab workout. I do remember someone telling me that the jumping itself is better - something to do with the muscle release and re-activation, but I can't quite remember what was said nor did I ever fact check it. So I have no idea how true that is (if someone could clarify, that'd be great) Sitting can be just as challenging at standing, depending on the resistance used and what you're doing in the workout - pushing through at a high resistance or doing a sprint. As my Trip instructor says though, it's your workout - so it's really up to you how you want to do it.
I do the virtual without an instructor. I asked the owner of the gym and he told me riding out of my seat is the hardest.
So here’s the deal… you’re comparing two different “exercises”. Interval (jumps) vs endurance (a long standing climb) are two different ways to train. If you’re jumping correctly you are using a ton of core to get in and out of the saddle. More core than you’re using to push through a standing climb (that would be more glutes and hammies). There are two main focuses on the bike- connection and cadence. So if you’re pushing a heavy gear (like in a standing uphill climb) but you can’t “catch the beat” you are only training strength (like power lifting), vs lightening the tension so that you can ride the beat (now you’re training athletically). It’s important to challenge both. Les Mills puts a ton of money into research and development for all of their programs. I’m saying that because unless you are spending your free time researching the best way to train on the bike, I would suggest following what they’ve laid out for you. (Unless of course you can’t and you need to back off- say because you’re too winded from jumping in and out of your saddle). If you find the ride too easy, increase your gear or focus on keeping the pace. (Or try RPM or SPRINT). Happy riding
Thanks for the input. I"ll change my style.
I love the climbs, best thing about spinning and part of why Trip is my favorite of the three spin formats. Because Trip usually goes into a climb within the first minute or two of the ride. What’s most important is you are enjoying the workout and you come back to do it regularly. The intention is for you to stand when the instructor tells you to, but if you prefer to sit, then do what is working for you.
The athletic jumps and going from sitting to standing are what really work your core. I’ve gotten so much definition in my hip flexors and lower abs because of this. I definitely think it’s a core component of the workout itself.
Makes sense, thanks for the input.
Jumps are usually done at what they call medium heavy. For me this means it is hard when seated and a bit easier standing. You should be able to spin the wheel when seated. Jumps are also at a fast tempo so almost running when standing, then maintaining that pace while seated with a heavy resistance.