Spinning Belief – Take the first step, it is the biggest one
A ride by MI Peter Pastijn
Preparing the Spinning Belief classes is like preparing a conference ride each time. It really is about your life experiences that we all relate to and turning them into a ride with an empowering story.
I always want to challenge the status quo and that comes with the challenge of overcoming fears of starting something new, fear of failure and others…
So here was this week’s ride: Take the first step, it is the biggest one…
Take one step at a time. Experience has given me the chance to see that there is no need to rush into things. What is important to me is daring to take the first step. That is the hardest part. From there on it is all about keeping on moving. Try to take one step at a time. Even when the next step to take seems a hard one. Remember: it is just one step.
It makes me think about how we started THE ROOM as THE CYCLING ROOM and then one step after the other we introduced the additional pillars to create our balance philosophy. Balance, as you know, is so important to us. So, as I said, in the class today: “Remember how far you have come”. How many steps have you taken? Now, how do you feel? Do you agree with me that it is important to keep moving in order to grow? Come on, share your thoughts. You know how I love to start a debate!
So true !
One thing to remember is that this first step on your new journey will surely be the most painful, doubtful one. One big step into the unknown. One day it all makes sense. And that feels so good.
As long as you keep that “learning” state of mind.
It was great to see your first pedal strokes in the studio in brussels… do you remember one of the forst classes ik TCR woluwe where you were the only rider and we had a really peaceful endurance ride called infinity?
The studio just opened and we both took forst steps as a rider and as a studio operator…
You have been such an inspiration as a team member there! Looking forward to catching up.. p
Peter, you are the most inspirational instructor I’ve ever met. I remember meeting you today WSSC in Miami a few years ago. I had just lost my Mom and you a dear friend. We cried in that class but you lifted me up and I’ve never forgotten. Falling down, failing at something but getting back up and on that bike or journey is what our loved ones would want us to do. Every day is a gift and we need to get up and make someone smile, get thru another tough spin class, lift a heavier weight, walk an extra mile. It makes me feel good about myself when I challenge not only myself but those around me ; to live happier and healthier. Keep inspiring us with you and your words!
I remember that day and that ride and always will 🙏🏻
You re such a kind soull. I am grateful to be able to share rides like these with everyone as they speak from and to the heart
That days was tough but i remember calling the ride NEW HORIZONS… as cycles of life come to an end we are reminded we need to keep taking steps forward because life will anyway… you had just lost your mom, i had lost my brother just a few weeks back… we rode amd honoured their lives . I still speak about that day in educations as i think it was one of the most special memories i will carry with me from Spinning… it was simple and authentic for is all in that room.
Thank you again for your kindness and for reminding me of that ‘Moment’
Peter… you are a very kind, helpful, honest person and a inspiring Spinning Indtructor. I have a lot of respect for you and remember meeting you first time at WSSC. Your rides are fun, powerful, creative, interactive, sensational!!! I love your journey rides and I’m always learning something new! You have been a good friend… thank you for always making me feel part of the Spinning family!!! You are Special… Peter and I wish you well from the bottom of my heart.
You are truly gifted and I wish you more success and pray you inspire more people around you. You inspire me!🚴🏼♀️🚴🏼♀️🚴🏼♀️Thanks
Thank you Mona for your kindness and for being a friend. It’s been grate to meet you in miami amd then see you grow on your Spinning path.. i am sure you’ll do great things in times to come. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!