Why Do You Bounce in the Saddle?
2015-08-12
You may have noticed how some people seem to bounce in the saddle on an indoor bike. But do you know why this happens and what you can do about it?Read more…
Why You Shouldn’t Do an Upper-Body Workout While Pedaling in Your Indoor Cycling Class
2015-08-10
Suppose you hired a personal trainer. At your first session, your trainer, Jack, hands you 1 lb weights. You look at him doubtfully, but he smiles and says, “Trust me!” So you do dozens of biceps curls and shoulder presses and a few other exercises until your shoulder muscles areRead more…
Chris Plourde Takes Jennifer Through the Power Zones on the IC7
2015-07-29
I finally got to ride one of the Indoor Cycling Group IC7 bikes at IDEA last week and it was every bit as wonderful as I expected. I sat and pedaled (easily for the most part) on the bike in the booth for about 45 minutes, while Chris Plourde explained the bike and the program.Read more…
Dramatic Finish on Alpe d’Huez Will Make For an Exciting Class Profile!
2015-07-25
Did you watch Stage 20 of the Tour? Take this description of what actually happened on this very exciting stage to create a dramatic storyline for your own class. Also, in this post are some resources for articles and videos for you to use in your Tour de France profiles, whether you are creating your own, or using the ICA profiles. Enjoy!Read more…
Ask The Expert: How Can I Tell If My Class Is Too Easy or Too Hard? Part 1
2015-07-21
A new instructor posed this excellent question, and because it depends on so many caveats, I am creating a series out of this topic. Part 1 provides the most basic, short-term way to assess how hard or easy your class is for your riders. But instructors, get ready to do a little self-analysis—I’ve got some homework for you. This series may very well pave the path to tremendous personal growth!Read more…
Interview with Cameron Chinatti of Stages Indoor Cycling
2015-07-14
I took the Stages Indoor Cycling certification at the end of June in Boulder, Colorado. Here are my impressions, as well as a quick interview with Cameron Chinatti about the new layout for their cert and about their impressive new app.Read more…
How to Cue Riding on Cobblestones: Visualization at its Finest!
2015-07-08
If you have been watching or reading about the Tour de France this year, you would know that Stage 4 had a section over the cobblestones of Northern France. Last year as well there were nine segments of brutal cobbles in Stage 5. Prior to that, there were just aRead more…
An Indoor Cycling Program for Teens
2015-07-06
I asked Angela Amedio of Saratoga Cycling Studio to share with ICA how she created a successful program for local teens at her studio in Saratoga Springs, New York. You are sure to get some ideas for your program!Read more…
America (Grace on Thee Rewerk), Peter G ReWerk
2015-06-28
Peter G, an instructor in Connecticut, has made a name for himself amongst indoor cycling instructors as their DJ of choice. If you haven’t yet heard of Peter G yet…mark my words, you will soon! For your 4th of July playlist, you can purchase this fun “rewerk” of Prince’s “America”Read more…
Instructor Spotlight: Dane Boyle the Flipper
2015-06-25
Learn how this inspiring cycling instructor and life coach has “flipped” his riders and clients to not only choose fitness, but to think of themselves as athletes and take on huge life-changing goals. Dane is as much about the mental side of health and fitness as the physical. After reading about Coach Boyle, you may want to become a “flipper” yourself!Read more…