The combination of driving beats, hypnotic synths, and progressive buildups makes this track a timeless classic for a reason. Whether you’re working an extended climb or crushing 30/30 intervals, itās pure energy.Read more…
This delightful track is wonderfully versatileāuse it as a warm-up, a fast flat, or even a longer recovery song. With its uplifting lyrics, it’s a perfect fit for an inspirational profile or a special event rideāor when you simply want to make your riders smile. šRead more…
ICA contributor Susan Lafond reimagined the classic out-and-back Canyon Ride with a creative twist. She paired each song on the āoutā portion of the ride with its cover or remix for the āback,ā transforming the journey into a musical adventure. Here is my variation of this concept with a fresh approach to terrain. The covers Iāve chosen are distinct enough from the originals to add excitement and variety, with riders eagerly anticipating the second version of each song.Read more…
Itās time for a dĆ©ja vu of our Canyon Ride, this time with a Groundhog Day theme. This concept is perfect for an entertaining out-and-back ride where you use an original song on one direction of the ride and a remix or cover of that song on the return. Contributor Susan Lafond has done all the hard work for you in creating this playlist.Read more…
Introducing Ebb and Flow 3.0, my favorite steady-state ride, complete with a brand-new playlist that had my riders raving afterward. This third version stays true to its roots: a continuous Zone 3 effort that keeps you moving steadily at a moderate intensity for 50 minutes. No recoveries (aside from warm-up and cool-down), just one long, flowing ride.Read more…
Every year at ICA, we honor the musicians who have left this world by celebrating their legacies through our RIP playlist and profile. These artists may have departed, but their music lives onāfueling our rides and inspiring us to push forward. Read more…
Get ready to challenge your legs, lungs, and determination with Climbing to New Heights, a dynamic profile that celebrates the brilliance of Black artists. This ride features three progressive climbs, each starting at a moderate intensity and building steadily in both effort and duration. Let the powerful tracks and the spirit of resilience propel your class to new heightsāone climb at a time!Read more…
This timeless track will transport your riders to another era while keeping them fully immersed in the present challenge. Whether you’re revisiting this classic or introducing it to new ears, this song never fails to inspire a deep connection between music and movement…and perhaps, for some, memories of losing oneself on a packed dance floor in a club decades ago.Read more…
I like to incorporate a peppy track for the second song where the chorus provides a natural cue to increase cadence or resistance, briefly raising intensity for leg “openers.” The vibrant horns of this track bring a burst of energy that practically dares you to pick up the pace, while the lyrics challenge you to “show us what you got!”Read more…
One of the biggest frustrations instructors have is the music. Even if you feel confident about finding and using music, it can still be a time-consuming process for those who really care about a quality product.Ā ICA to the rescue! Here are 10 bucket playlists with over 7,700 songs, broken down into cadence buckets: 55 to 69 rpm, 70 to 79 rpm, 80 to 89 rpm, 90 to 99 rpm, and 100+ rpm. They are further divided into two music genre categories: electronic and rock/pop/indie/alternative. You’re welcomeāI’ve just saved you hundreds of hours! Read more…