Re: anyone ever done any spinning?
If you can't take a spinning class, do you enjoy riding a bike outside? Spinning is much more like riding a bike outside, with hills, than a standard exercise bike. The scenery isn't as great, but you get a similar workout from spinning as you do riding a bike outside.
Spinning is a great cardiovascular workout. It can be easy enough for a beginner while challenging a very physically fit person. It's great exercise for people of any size, since it isn't weight bearing. Also, it can burn 400-500 calories per hour.
That being said, walking and running are also excellent forms of exercise. Unlike spinning, they don're require lots of special equipment and can be done almost anywhere. Both have exellent health benefits and can be done by almost anyone. There are many types of exercise. Decide which types you enjoy and do them, as one is much more likely to keep it up long term. Good luck.