It’s no secret that we’re big fans of Houston.
After all, we’re based here! But we also love our city because it’s got a ton of things going for it—one of which is Samir Becic. It’s been almost 4 years since HFR founder Samir Becic was named “Fitness Czar” for the City of Houston! What better way to celebrate the anniversary than with a series of healthy living recommendations for Houstonians?
Mayor Sylvester Turner proclaimed Samir with the official title on November 1st, 2018 following 16 years of Samir’s dedicated service (starting with Mayor Lee Brown in 2002) to make the city a healthier and fitter place to live. In honor of our founder and his tireless work to make the city a healthier place to live for the past 20 years (as a volunteer and 4 years as “Fitness Czar”), we’ve decided to share some of our favorite healthy Houston recommendations- to see all of our top picks, click here.
Great Spin Classes Houston
Cycling is a low-impact and a low-risk form of exercise that people of all ages can enjoy. With many different styles of cycling available, you are sure to find a style that fits your fitness level. As mentioned in our article, “Top 10 Health Benefits of Indoor Cycling and Spinning”, cycling/spinning regularly can improve physical and mental health as well as reducing the risk of many health problems.
With Houston being as active of a city as it is, it’s no surprise that there are plenty of classes or opportunities to work out the way that you want to. But where are the top-rated cycling classes in the city?
- Ride at RIDE Indoor Cycling
Located in The Heights, this unique studio offers an entertainment-based, high-intensity 45-minute cycling sessions. Their goal is to lean, tone, and tighten the body while engulfed in lighting inspired by installation artist Dan Flavin.
- RYDE at RYDE
Located Downtown and in River Oaks, Ryde is one of the highest-rated cycling studios in the city. Their classes feature beat-based 45-minute workouts, high-intensity, exciting, and results-oriented workouts.
- Classic at CycleBar
Located in Rice Village, CycleBar offers a unique experience that caters to everyone. This studio features 6 different types of cycling classes, including Connect, Performance, Classic, Empower, Xpress, and Foundation. Each of these classes offer different experiences depending on what your mood is for the day.
- Spenga at Spenga
Located in the Montrose area, SPENGA offers a fun and unique cycling experience. “SPENGA creates a multi-sensory experience with space dedicated specifically to each element of the workout, invigorating aromatherapy, and workouts fueled by energizing DJ-inspired beats. We believe strong bodies and minds are created through the power of ride, rep, revive.”
- Soulcycle River Oaks
Located in River Oaks, this studio offers a fun, immersive, and intense full-body workout. Their workouts are known as an “epic cardio party on a bike” and all the workouts are set to music from playlists made by the instructors.
- For the People
Located in Montrose, this studio is known for their inclusivity with all of their patrons. The main focus for them is inclusivity, comfort, and community. They offer 3 different types of levels for their classes, beginner, intermediate, and advanced. They also offer 30, 45, or 60-minute rides. They also donate $5 per class reservation on the 5th of every month to a local non-profit to give back to the community.
