# Recession-Proof Workouts Forbes Riley's Spin Gym is a Fast, Cheap Way to Stay Fit By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-05-28 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forbes-rileys-spin-gym References: [product-reviews.net](http://www.product-reviews.net/2009/05/28/the-portable-spin-gym-by-forbes-riley/) & [myspingym](https://www.myspingym.com/flare/next) Forbes Riley, the infomercial queen, is promoting her new product the Spin Gym. The Spin Gym is a [fast and easy mechanism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gazelle-pro) that Riley created in order to [stimulate muscles through pulling motions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kensui). Forbes Riley’s “recession proof” workout fits in the palm of your hand, in your purse, briefcase or anywhere else you’d like to put it. The Spin Gym weighs just one pound and produces 20 lbs of resistance with every pull for a productive workout in just five minutes. Forbes Riley and the Spin Gym can be seen on “Pitchmen” on the Discovery Channel in a few weeks time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Portable Fitness Equipment:** The Spin Gym's compact size and portability highlight the trend for on-the-go workouts. - **Micro Workouts:** The Spin Gym's five-minute workout taps into the growing trend of time-efficient exercise routines that fit busy schedules. - **Resistance Training:** The Spin Gym's 20 lbs of resistance per pull aligns with the increasing popularity of resistance-based workouts for strength and toning. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fitness Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for compact and portable workout equipment like the Spin Gym. - **Fitness App Development:** Developers can create apps that offer guided micro workouts, leveraging the trend towards short yet effective exercise routines. - **Home Gym Solutions:** Companies specializing in home gym equipment can incorporate resistance-based products like the Spin Gym into their offerings to cater to the increasing preference for strength training at home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adjustable Workout Conditioning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyweight-home-gym.md) - [Modular Smart Gyms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fittransformer.md) - [Digitally Connected Pilates Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-fitness.md) - [Pocket-Sized Workout Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unitree-pump.md) - [Compact Full-Body Workout Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athome-pilates.md) - [All-in-One Portable Gym Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympus-grip.md) - [Plug-and-Play Workout Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-gym.md) - [Interactive Home Workout Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-fitness-system.md) - [AI Spin Coaches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-spin-coach.md)