Friday Favorites: Short High-Intensity Surges
2020-08-28
The beginning of this track sounds like a movie soundtrack. Then, after 45 seconds, the driving beat sets in and it doesn’t disappoint. Read more…
Tips for Selecting Warm-Up and Cool-Down Songs—PLUS Here Are Over 1,800 Songs to Choose From!
2020-03-28
Your warm-up song sets the tone for your class; your cool-down song closes the chapter on your ride. Both are every bit as important as your energetic and inspirational songs sandwiched between them. Here are some of the guidelines I use when selecting warm-up and cool-down songs and some of the exceptions. Included here are two ICA bucket playlists for warm-ups and cool-downs with over 1,300 songs to choose from.Read more…
This Moon Appearance Has Been 150 Years in the Making—Seems Like a Great Theme Ride!
2020-03-26
The next supermoon is on April 7. We think you should throw these songs into your playlist. Read more…
33 Inspirational Playlists with 3,300+ Songs to Last You a Lifetime!
2020-01-12
I’ve been curating inspirational playlists for years. These have now morphed into 33 different playlists on Spotify that have well over 3,300 empowering, motivating songs; songs that will touch your heart and help you turn the pedals. They are perfect for charity rides, special events, local fundraisers, or just when you need the perfect song to push your riders. Why not decide to become known as that instructor who has a positive message in every single class? These playlists can help you do just that.Read more…
RIP, Ric Ocasek of The Cars
2019-09-15
Well, this is upsetting. Two tribute posts in two days, and both from the same era. We’ve lost another rock legend, this time Ric Ocasek. If you don’t know the name, you for sure know his music—The Cars, one of the most essential new wave rock bands of the late 1970s and early 1980s.Read more…
RIP, Eddie Money
2019-09-13
Eddie Money had a series of big hits in the late 1970s to 1980s. Throw a few of these tracks in your playlist this week as a tribute to this rocker. Read more…
Celebrate the Women’s World Cup!
2019-07-05
Here are some suggested songs for a tribute profile to the Women’s World Cup. We are proud of our Team USA but, of course, these songs are there for you to support any of your favorite women’s teams and sports. I also posted links to three new Spotify playlists for Women’s Empowerment, Victory and Champions, and Pushing It to the Limit. Read more…
Apple Doing Away With iTunes—Should You Panic?
2019-06-20
The announcement showed up in my Twitter feed: Apple doing away with iTunes. My first reaction was a sinking feeling, a mild panic…what will happen to all my music and, most importantly, my many hundreds of playlists?
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Masterclass: The Importance of Recovery (Part 2)—Cadence and Music Choices During Recovery
2019-04-26
Here is the follow-up to my Facebook Live video on the importance of recovery within your interval-training sessions. This one comes with lots of great add-ons, including a 12-page guide on how to use music and coaching to keep riders engaged during the recoveries. It also comes with three Spotify playlists to help you choose both your high-intensity short interval songs of 1–3 minutes, and short songs that are good for your recoveries. You’ll never be lacking for recovery song options! Read more…