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“Fartlek” is a Swedish term meaning “speed play”—and it’s a fantastic way to add unstructured, playful intervals into your ride. Fartleks sneak bursts of intensity into your class, creating the feel of an outdoor adventure where the landscape itself sets the pace. It’s a way to challenge your riders while keeping things unpredictable, boosting intensity in a way that feels natural and fun!Read more…

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Get ready to rock your sweet-spot training with this 1980s-inspired profile, perfect for any time of the year but especially great for Rocktober! This ride features three long intervals designed to target that optimal “sweet spot” between high Zone 3 and low Zone 4. I’ve also provided a rockin’ bucket playlist of over 400 rock songs from 1980s should you want to switch out a track or two. Read more…

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I’ve used this beautiful and versatile song in countless profiles, including several master classes in the early 2000s at WSSC. Its introspective rhythm and steady 82 rpm tempo make it adaptable for a wide range of uses in your profiles—whether it’s warming up, cruising on flat roads, climbing, or cooling down.Read more…

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In part 1, I provided six general tips for teaching switchbacks, including how many, how often, how long, and how to use the music. In part 2, you will find five different scenarios for designing and cueing your switchbacks to make your classes more exciting and engaging, increasing your coaching repertoire and improving your visualization and motivation skills.
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