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 Love this workout - boy did I sweat!, May 15, 2008
By Terry (Pleasant Garden, NC)
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I am a more advanced spinner, so it is hard to find dvd's that push me hard enough & keep me motivated. Boy, did this one do the trick. It is longer than most I have - it is 70 minutes if you do all the segments. Most of the other dvd's I have are only 30-40 minutes including warm-up & cool down. So it definitely pushes me to the limit more than the others. I also like the instructor. She is less canned and doesnt act so much like she is a robot reading a teleprompter. She has lots of energy & personality. I also like that the video occasionally simulates an actual outdoor ride. Like climbing a hill to catch a group of riders up ahead. Also a dog chasing you as a motivation to sprint. Anyway who cycles outdoors knows all too well the reality of dog chases. So I found this amusing. Great dvd - definitely worth getting!
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Keeps you motivated!, January 28, 2008
By Hale (Willowick, OH)
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Mindy really keeps you motivated and I got a great workout. She's a bit silly, but not annoying. She keeps chatting and the time flys. The full workout is about 70 minutes. I like how you can easily adjust the ride to fit the time you have. Great DVD.
23 of 25 people found the above review helpful.
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spinning tape, August 23, 2008
By B. Fleming (Washington, DC)
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Fun, inspiring instructor. Fun scenarios (don't remember if the dog chases you in this one or her other one- but it sure made me increase my pedal speed). Great workout; you can decrease the time you spend or go all out with this one.
Combine this with the Robert Sherman ones (he gets more into the physiology of the ride)- Mindy's is probably more fun. For the serious spinner, both instructors have lots to offer.
19 of 20 people found the above review helpful.
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A Fun Ride, Great Workout, April 10, 2009
By CJIB (Saint Cloud MN United States)
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I purchased (1) Cycle Reebok: Foundations and Interval Training with Robert Sherman, (2) Mindy Mylrea's Super Cycle: The Best Ride in Town and (3) Bike-O-Vision Cycling DVD #12 Oregon at the same time. I have been very happy with the first two, and plan on selling the Oregon DVD shortly.
Robert Sherman's DVD is very focused on building strength and skill while maintaining control. He does have the intense, almost cheesy persona that others wrote about, but I find that I really like that. It helps me stay in his game, like he's always trying to hang on to you mentally. Robert talks a lot about staying internally focused, and makes it all about you and your experience. It's meditative in a way - he asks you to close your eyes, envision your body, stuff like that. My maximum heart rate is around 180, and with his workouts, I generally find myself in the 155-165 range, reaching 175 during the last set. He gives regular opportunities to recover and stretch.
Mindy Mylrea takes a different approach. Instead of the internal focus, she is very external - you are trying to catch up with a friend, pass a professional cycler and then run from a big dog. She keeps my heart range in the 165-175, with an occasion 180+. She keeps you running for longer intervals, and gives less recovery overall. She is very upbeat and smiley. I find both Mindy and Robert offer a likeable, valuable workout. Neither has great music, but I don't find myself noticing that very much.
Finally, I don't care much for the Oregon DVD. The music is classic and instrumental, though you could mute that and listen to your own stuff. The ride is pretty, but there's no real sense of hill climbing or speed. You completely have to make it up yourself. Also, sometimes you are sort of going uphill and then you switch to a different part of the road with no clear transition. I would rather spend my time watching DVD's of TV series I like than watch this while cycling.
10 of 10 people found the above review helpful.
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Great Work Out - Even for Advanced Spinners, February 24, 2009
By LDaley (Phila, PA)
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I've been spinning in a studio for 10 plus years but recently gave up gym membership and bought a spinning bike for home use. This is the first DVD I purchased as a means of increasing my workout intensity. Boy did it ever. I've been using it at least 2x/week for 6 weeks now and have found myself working much harder (per my heart rate monitor) than before I was using it and much more on par with spinning classes.
The DVD is well segmented to give you the opportunity to create your own workout every time: a 6 minute warm up, a hill section of 3 hills (6min, 7min, 8min with appropriate recoveries), intervals (about 6 minutes), flat (about 5 min w/ sprints) and a final hill. I've done the full session once and it is intense (60 min)! Even slicing and dicing for my own 40 minute workout leaves me feeling well exercised and 'good' tired.
Mindy is friendly and instructional - not overly cheerleaderish or too basic in her explanations. Visually, the dvd doesn't get too boring - it's largely Mindy in a park overlooking the California Coast, but there are some nice cut aways to help you visualize the hill scenarios she describes in that part of the video. In general she uses enough but not too many visualization techniques to help you get through some of the longer parts of the video.
There are a few things I wish were different. In terms of usability, some instruction/guidance on heart rates in conjuction w/ her 4 zone approach (she uses a four zone system based on how you're feeling/level of effort)would be nice. Would also like her to encourage more water breaks - I don't think she drinks water once during the video.
Overall, a new workout favorite - highly recommend. And while I wrote this from an advanced spinner perspective, my sense is that this is simple enough and motivating enough for newer riders as well.
8 of 8 people found the above review helpful.
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Its Hard!!!, October 11, 2008
By assertive_2002 (Ontario Canada)
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This is DVD is as hard as u want to make it!! and it remains difficult to the end. You will reach 80% max heart rate -and be able to sustain it throughout the workout if u choose to.(Which is very hard to achieve at home and indoors). I lost 8lbs in the first week of doing it.
If youre new to spinning -this is exactly the dvd u need to push you to the next level.
Mindy is not annoying...actually..she says just the right things when u need it --and u can tell she loves what she is doing. (If you dont want to hear her talk..u do have the option of removing her audio...)
Im eager to try her other spinning dvds
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 Served my purposes well, December 21, 2010
By E. Cornell (White Salmon, WA, USA)
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I am an amateur triathlete who performs cycling events in the middle of my age/gender division. I typically use Coach Troy's Spinervals workouts and bought Mindy's DVD seeking variety in the personality and approach of the cycling coach.
I cycle hard indoors Nov through Feb and find that Mindy's workout fits nicely with triathlon training DVDs about once every 10 days. I use it as an effort of 8 on a maximum of 10 (Coach Troy's levels). I get into the anaerobic zone about 5 or 6 times during this workout, usually for 1 or 2 minutes. The rest of the workout is mid to high aerobic, with low aerobic rest intervals.
Mindy creates scenarios to help motivate the various intensity levels. For example, she may ask you to pass and hold a lead against an elite cyclist. The scene cuts to a brief episode of passing a road biker, who cranks it up competitively.
I like that Mindy demonstrates good cycling stretches after the cool down. Other DVDs neglect stretching and I find my recovery and flexibility is much better if I follow her lead.
The music is lame. Coach Troy's Spinervals workouts usually include a menu option to cut out the prerecorded music track but preserve the coaching instructions. Mindy's production team somehow thought the reverse would be preferable, including an option to cut out the instructions but preserve the lame music. This workout could really blast if I was able to listen to some of my own collection of uptempo jams.
I am generally satisfied. The workout is a unique 60 min challenge..
6 of 6 people found the above review helpful.
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Nice Burn, well done, June 15, 2007
By fitness freak (NJ)
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Liked it...well done DVD, got my money's worth.
5 of 15 people found the above review helpful.
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Spin class in Santa Cruz!, January 9, 2010
By Hope Swanson (California)
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This is our fourth spin DVD.. It's good. I like the bike around Santa Cruz, since I live here. You make the class as hard as you want to. Mindy is a pro when it comes to working out.
I would refer this DVD to friends. It's different and it pushes you.
Spin away!
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Great motivator to feel the burn, June 30, 2008
By workout mama (boise, id)
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I used to just watch a movie and ride my exercise bike. The better the action the more energized I would get. This DVD made me realize that I could work so much harder and feel great about it. It is great how you can pick the type of workout you want (hills, flats, intervals, etc.) or combine them all. She poses situations that you can visualize to get your competitive juices going. I even use it with my elliptical trainer for motivation. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good workout.
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 Disapointed, December 21, 2010
By Suse
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I am a spin instructor and purchased this video in the hopes that it would give me some new and exciting ideas for my class. The title "Super Cycle" is misleading. This video is basic. Level of energy is low. It is a good video for the basic beginner in spin, and that's it.
3 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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A bit too cheesy for me, November 18, 2009
By ss-tt-h (ann arbor, MI)
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If you have ever taken a spin class at your gym you are probably used to the loud music that 'gets you in the zone'. If this is what motivates you...this is not the dvd for you. This dvd is ok for most part, but I personally like the music to motivate the cadence not a imagining a dog is chasing you. Just my personal opinion
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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 BAD SPIN, February 7, 2011
By NICK
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THIS DVD WAS HORRIBLE. AS SOMEONE WHO HAS TAKEN MANY SPIN CLASSES, THIS DVD DID NOT DO IT'S JOB. IT WAS SLOW, MOSTLY SITTING DOWN, TOO MUCH TALKING NOT ENOUGH ENERGY. HORRIBLE!!!!
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It's OK, September 17, 2009
By Phantom 5ive (Seattle, WA)
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This is my first cycling video, and it is nothing special. The instructor tries hard to be motivating, and the workout itself can be tailored for beginners to advanced. The video can work with any model spin cycle, but the instructor leaves it up to the user to decide when and how much resistance to add/decrease. On my highly motivated days I would strive to keep up with her, and on bad days I would take it easy and go at my own pace. More often I would find myself unable to get motivated to push harder, and the video did not help me to advance to the next level. I eventually quit using the video and starting following a workout printed from the Lemond website.
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Too bad. I didn't like it., March 11, 2009
By MarcusD (Los Angels CA)
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After reading the reviews, I purchased this DVD in hopes that I can take it with me on business trips or use at my gym when I miss a spinning class. But no way. This is for beginners. Below beginners. I didn't even sweat and I pushed it. Also the soundtrack/music during the workout is bad. I don't even think it should be called music. I find that music is an important factor in any workout and I just wanted to mute this workout. So basically I get a better workout using the spinning techniques I've learned in classes and using my music. It may be great for those beginners that have a nice staionary bike at home but for us spinning addicts PLEASE don't waste your money.
2 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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Get ready to be bored, November 2, 2010
By Margaret Adams
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Very disapointing. Should've had much more bike scenery than a just a few seconds here and there. Instead you're stuck watching ol'Mindy huff-and-puff as she peddles her thick thighs throughtout your workout.
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Not a good video at all, January 23, 2011
By Terry Wilson (Scottsdale, Arizona USA)
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I am an experienced Spin cyclist and have attended many a spin class by a number of instructors. I beleive this video has been created very poorly. Not only is the content poor, but there is nothing regarding proper form and safety. In several cases, the instructors body position wrong. In addition, the section marking on the video and the ability to jump into a particular segment do not work. I would not recommend this instructor or the company that produced the video.
1 of 1 people found the above review helpful.
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great workout, December 22, 2010
By Malia (Maui)
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I found this DVD to be a great workout...I love spinning classes and this was better than going to the gym for a class...I like the fact that you can make it your own by increasing the tension so its good for advanced or first time to spinning...looking forward to other DVD's I ordered.
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good instruction -a bit cheesy, music worse than elevator music, December 24, 2009
By pb_bay (Bay area)
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The backdrop is a beautiful scene on the ocean. The instructor gives pretty good tips and how-to's. She likes to say 'Yes?' Instead of OK. She is a wee bit cheesy but maybe that's a part of being a spinning instructor. The music is Casio-style with a weak beat. Don't buy the video for the music. She uses a few real life scenarios with footage to give you a visual and it's helpful but these scenes are only shown for a few seconds here and there. I work out to this video because I can't force myself to spin in the higher intensity ranges on my own - need to be pushed. It would be a perk if the music were akin to what you would get in a spinning class.
She is good at getting you to work hard. I don'the regret buying this video. Spinning videos are kinda at the caliber of what workout videos were in the 90's. The bar just isn't quite that high but hopefully in a few years we'll see some really good spinning videos out there for those of us who hate to wait in line reserve a spot on a bike at the gym.
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This provides a great workout!, August 4, 2009
By wendyv (Monument, CO)
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I read all the reviews before buying this dvd and I was a little worried that I would not get a really good workout. I was worried for nothing! This is a great workout and it's impossible not to work up a good sweat if you put effort into it and know where the resistance knob is on your bike. As an exercise instructor myself, I know that people have likes and dislikes when it comes to instructor personality. I think Mindy is trying to make this dvd fun by including the videos of the people you are trying to pass and the dog that chases you. A little diversion isn't a bad thing even if it is a little hokey. Focus on the workout and you will get a good one.
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I thought it was cheap and lame, February 25, 2009
By dogs5 (Maryville, MO USA)
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The "best ride in town" consists of an instructor (frequently out of breath) on a stationary bike set on a cliff over the ocean who tells you
to "imagine" that you are riding around town. There are occasional momentary shots (just a few seconds long) of some scenes. These are low res ... home video quality if that. I have some cycling dvd's that are bike scenery, usually with other riders (what you would see if you were cycling that area). Some have an instructor on an audio track to keep you motivated. I have some "spinning" classes where an instructor guides you through a workout ... he/she is leading a class on spin bikes or trainers, but usually not riding himself.
I simply could not believe that someone would pass this off....if I can
"imagine" a ride around town, what do I need a dvd for?
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Fun and a great calorie burner!, January 14, 2009
By Leanne (San Diego, CA)
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This workout is a lot of fun, and it's definitely challenging! Mindy has a fun personality, and she keeps you working hard during the workout. Some workouts are boring and make you watch the clock the entire time, but this is not one of them.
There are three segments in this workout: a hill segment (with three increasingly longer and more challenging hills), an interval segment, and a steady state/flat segment. If you do all three segments and the warm-up and cool down, it comes to about 70 minutes total. The cool down stretching is also excellent; she really takes the time to stretch out your legs and upper body.
I also liked how the first hill segment cut into clips of a dog chasing you and other cyclists that you are trying to catch up with; it was a fun way to break up the otherwise beautiful scenery.
This is also a serious calorie-torcher. I'm about 5'4" and weigh 115 pounds, and my HRM said I burned about 570 calories by doing the whole workout. I definitely recommend this DVD!
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Super Sweat Time, August 12, 2008
By Sonja (Pound Ridge, NY United States)
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Love, Love, Love this video. What a work out and challenging every time! Convinced my teenage son to try it and boy was he surprised, now he's hooked too.
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Nice challenge, July 19, 2008
By Becky (PA)
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I still haven't been able to get through the whole thing yet. I like that about the workout. I'll be able to work up to doing the whole thing while being able to change the workout any time I want. I think this is a benefit of this particular dvd.
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Annoying, August 5, 2010
By B Adams (Memphis, TN)
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My husband and I bought this DVD and another one featuring Mylrea, the tricycle DVD. We were disappointed with both and won't use them anymore. The instructions are hard to follow and she talks WAY too much. The music isn't very good or very loud. She has an annoying arm movement. Hate it.
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Really good workout, April 12, 2011
By Spinner
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I have another video by Mindy that breaks down the 3 different types of workouts (Hills, Flats, and Intervals) into 30 minute sections. You can't do that with this video and get a good workout. However, since the video is an hour long I do this video once a week to challenge myself. I enjoy her scenarios and that she gives updates on how much time is left. She also gives you good breaks between the segments. I really enjoy working out to this video. The music is good and the workouts get ya dripping sweat!
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awesome, March 8, 2011
By Jeff (Pittsburgh, PA USA)
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This DVD is great. Mindy is a little too talkative, but the circuit is complete and makes you out of breath and wanting more.
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Boring ride, February 26, 2010
By Amazon junky (Cleveland, OH USA)
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I purchased this based on the reviews and I was really disappointed. The trainer at my local rec center does a much better workout program than this.
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Not all that!!!!, February 12, 2010
By Misty (Miami)
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Nothing great about this DVD... very little instructional information provided and despite adding scenery the whole ride was quite a bore!!
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Not my style., February 3, 2010
By J. Welch (Westminster, CO USA)
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Not your typical spin class instructor. I can't get into her style of coaching. She just doesn't seem "real" to me.
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Good but not great, June 14, 2009
By AliceStanley
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It serves the purpose but seems a little out of date. The navigation isn't great, the music isn't exciting and I'm very confused about her clothing choices. But did get swept up in the story and had a good workout.
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I didn't like it, April 14, 2009
By Exercise video addict (Minnesota)
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This product was boring. I did it once and now it is sitting in my video basket collecting dust. The delivery service was good though!
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may still return it, March 16, 2010
By Conz (Raleigh, NC)
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I haven't used this workout, but sat through and watched it to see what the feel is. I was looking for a "Spin" workout. I currently cycle on my own, and do basically the same thing.
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 great workout, January 11, 2009
By C. L. Tucker
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great workout and can do it for 30 min. or 60min. I would like a bit more up beat music.
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spinning video review, May 28, 2008
By Toni (Michigan, USA)
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This was a decent video. None of the spinning videos really measure up to my expectations but I do like the fact that this can be done with or with out a lot of talking.
Definitely a good workout.
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She sucks, August 30, 2011
By David
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She has no personality , dont waste your time , her "your buddy " theme has got to go .
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spinning video review, May 28, 2008
By Toni (Michigan, USA)
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This was a decent video. None of the spinning videos really measure up to my expectations but I do like the fact that this can be done with or with out a lot of talking.
Definitely a good workout.
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