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June 8 is World Ocean Day. One of the criteria for deciding whether a concept or an “international day” is worthy of a theme ride is whether there are a lot of songs on that theme that are good for indoor cycling. The good news: oceans definitely qualify, especially if you add the theme of water or beaches, or even just songs that make you feel like you’re sitting on a beach mesmerized by the hypnotic lapping of the waves (an Ibiza chill song comes to mind).Read more…

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In part 4 of this series I gave you critical information about how to cue resistance so that students find the amount of load or gear they need to meet the goals you set for that segment of your profile. In part 5, we manipulate the variables of that vital equation. I also give you 7 drills that you can use to create your own awareness exercises, solidifying the concept in your riders’ minds.

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Inspired by New York’s breathtaking Adirondack High Peaks, this 60-minute ride features five progressive climbs that build strength and endurance. From steady efforts to dynamic surges, each climb mirrors the challenge of summiting one of the 46 famed peaks. The final push channels the grit needed to reach Mount Marcy, the tallest in the state. Get ready to ride through history, beauty, and raw determination.Read more…

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In Part 4 of this series, we tackle the heart of resistance cueing: helping riders find the right amount of load to match your intended intensity for each segment. Instead of defaulting to “turn it up,” you’ll use a simple yet powerful equation to connect cadence, resistance, and intensity—and learn how to coach that relationship more clearly. You’ll also get specific cues to help riders discover their own ideal resistance at various cadences and efforts, along with song suggestions to support each scenario.Read more…

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Are you ready to combine your love of running and cycling? This June 5, celebrate Global Running Day by bringing the spirit of the run to your cycling classes with our bucket playlist of almost 300 songs! You can also draw inspiration from any running event, such as an international race or local fundraising fun run to create an engaging themed ride like this any time of the year.Read more…

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Home of the FREE because of the BRAVE. In addition to this bucket playlist of 140 songs, I’ve included a link to the profile and playlist from an incredible Memorial Day ride I took with ICA member Michael Reilly in New York. You’ll also find a video of Michael teaching—his ride is powerful, heartfelt, and sure to inspire your own.Read more…

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In parts 1 and 2, I discussed two approaches to avoid when cueing resistance. In this and the following article, I provide tips on how to teach the concept of resistance and inspire your riders to add enough so that they achieve the adaptations your profile is targeting. This article describes the warm-up and provides cues for establishing that first touch of the resistance knob or gear level so riders can prepare the body at the proper intensity.Read more…