Friday Favorites: The Road to Optimism
Welcome the new year with a song full of hope. It pairs perfectly with a profile that brings encouragement, resilience, and the motivation to keep reaching within.Read more…
Welcome the new year with a song full of hope. It pairs perfectly with a profile that brings encouragement, resilience, and the motivation to keep reaching within.Read more…
Some songs make you want to sprint. Others ask you to slow down, stay present, and build strength on your own terms. This track does exactly that—layering intensity without urgency and creating the perfect moment for a sustained, powerful ride. If you’re looking for music that turns focus into fuel, this one deserves a spot in your playlist.Read more…
A true ’80s new wave classic, this song delivers a consistent rhythm that makes climbing feel powerful and controlled.Read more…
This week’s timeless classic comes in both a short and an extended version—same energy, same tempo, but very different coaching opportunities. One offers a built-in reset before the intensity hits; the other is long, steady, and unapologetically demanding. Perfect for everything from VO2 max intervals to sustained sweet-spot or threshold work.Read more…
She’s no longer dancing on her own. Now she’s feeling euphoric on the dance floor. This song provides an opportunity to bring that emotion from the club to the cycling studio.Read more…
A song with a positive message about love and appreciation to help make riders feel more hopeful in the New Year.Read more…
This recent indie track shines with nostalgia and drive, capturing that pull toward home while navigating ambition and shadows alike. Perfect for a steady flat road at 84 rpm, it works beautifully as a warm-up—or an inspiring final push. Its uplifting energy and lyrics also make it a standout for a Winter Solstice theme ride, celebrating the return of light and renewal.Read more…
This song became a global hit for a reason—it mixes emotion, energy. At a steady 128 bpm, it fits climbs and interval work. Riders will connect with it the moment the beat drops.Read more…
Here’s a rare find—four hip-hop tracks (all from the same artist!) that are short, inspiring, and perfect for recovery or a grounding flat. The message is all about rising, receiving, and appreciating the moment…making these songs a powerful reset anywhere in your ride.Read more…
This song from the hottest rock band in the world is a must-have to include in your Tax Day playlist. But I’m not waiting until then since I’ve already used it in a profile and I’ll be playing it a lot between now and April 15.Read more…
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