"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you're not a regular at your local spin class, chances are you'll still have some preconceptions about ...

In addition to being fun, outdoor bike riding is one of the best forms of exercise. When the weather doesn't cooperate, spinning in the Bay's best classes promises a great workout without the weather.

When I hit a plateau, I try to mix things up. Sometimes a change in diet or exercise does the trick. That's the only thing that seems to work for me-that, plus patience and perseverance. So, after ...