While I understand the low-impact benefits and surely appreciated the beautiful facility, I'd rather swim or spin -- separately. But there is a first time for everything!

Note to self: Stay in California, especially if planning to take another class at SoulCycle. Was it a heavenly experience for me? No, but it was a hell of a workout.

Does the old adage "no pain, no gain" hold any truth when it comes to effective exercise

Exercising under the best of circumstances is hard enough. Compound these daily obstacles with the pitfalls of aging, and getting or staying in shape can become an uphill climb.

Has your relationship with a gym ever atrophied? Have your visions of a beach body ever become blurry? Whatever the case, maintaining a workout regime is often more difficult than actually starting one

Indoor cycling is an amazing experience. I call it an "experience" because, while its physical benefits are outstanding, indoor cycling has the ability to transcend the physical and have enormous impact on your mental and emotional states.