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The Autumn Equinox is September 22—time to celebrate this season that brings a sense of change, beauty, and reflection. This change in the weather and shorter daylight hours also has a magical effect on indoor cycling studios around the world. As autumn settles in, you notice fuller classes as outdoor athletes find their way back indoors. The earlier sunsets and cooler temperatures signal a natural change in routines, making it a perfect time to welcome these riders back. Creating an autumn-themed ride is a fantastic way to acknowledge the change in the air with your regulars and make new riders feel at home. Read more…

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September 21 is International Day of Peace and January 1 is World Day of Peace. In this era of unrest around the globe, it’s the perfect time to conduct a peace-themed ride. Or, if you’re moved to respond to the weight of unsettling current events with a simple message of peace, you don’t need a whole ride dedicated to it. Check out our bucket playlist (~110 songs) for a couple of songs to set the tone at the beginning and end of your next ride.Read more…

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The first time I heard this song was at a Spinning® session at CanFitPro a gazillion years ago. Josh Taylor was leading the sold-out session; everyone was out of the saddle pedaling in sync. The lights were low, the energy was through the roof, and Josh didn’t have to say much at all. The beats, the rhythm, the sweat, the drums drove the pedals. The music was in complete control of the room. I remember to this day the impact this song had on me, and I wasn’t even riding—I was observing!Read more…

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International Dance Day is in April, National Dance Day is in September. What better way to celebrate than by infusing your indoor cycling sessions with the electrifying energy of dance-inspired beats and lyrics? Our three bucket playlists feature over 470 songs, curated to energize your riders and keep them grooving throughout the ride. We’ve also got a dance-themed profile for you to use as is or modify it with your own favorite tracks. You can also celebrate this engaging theme any day of the year!Read more…

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Ahoy there, matey! September 19 marks the spot for International Talk Like a Pirate Day, a chance to let yer inner pirate out and use the word “booty” to yer heart’s content. Check out our pirate lingo refresher and bucket playlist of almost 140 songs to choose from. We also give ye plenty ‘o tips to create a smashin’ theme ride, including some fun sub-themes.Read more…