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Nerd Alert!! Studied the Krebs Cycle? This is Friggin’ Awesome!
OK, so maybe only those who have studied and are passionate the Krebs cycle will love this, but if you are an indoor cycling instructor, I hope you have more than just a cursory interest in metabolic processes. As Dr. Jennifer Klau says, “If geek and cool made a movie, this would be the soundtrack.” Or, as they say in the song, this is friggin’ awesome!Read more…
Friday Favorites: The Infectious Chorus Says Slam on the Pedals!
What are earworms, really? Usually an earworm is a fragment of music, three or four bars, which go round and round and round in the mind.Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Powerful Strings Bring Powerful Rides—Celebrate National Violin Day 🎻
Celebrate National Violin Day with a playlist that showcases the powerful, emotional, and energizing magic of string instruments. From soaring climbs to steady flats, violins add depth and intensity to every pedal stroke. Discover how these timeless melodies can transform your next ride! We’ve got you covered with 160 songs in our bucket playlist.Read more…
Wednesday Timeless Classics: An Epic Song That Honors Your Strength and Resilience
The powerful live version of this song creates the perfect atmosphere for celebrating a hard-earned summit after a long climb. With its jubilant energy, soaring vocals, and triumphant applause, it inspires riders to push beyond their limits and embrace the victory they’ve worked so hard for. Ideal for the final stretch of any challenging effort, this track will leave your riders feeling unstoppable.Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: A Mega-Viral Hit for Your Collection
A good song for lifts (or jumps) requires a steady 4/4 beat, and it helps if the song is unmistakable. This track delivers! Read more…
Friday Favorites: Undeniably Captivating
This track brings a soulful, earthy vibe that’s perfect for a warm-up or as a smooth, high-cadence effort. With its mesmerizing rhythm and spiritual undertones, it allows riders to find their flow and gradually build intensity.Read more…
Profile: In Honor of Mountains to Celebrate International Mountain Day
I created this profile In Honor of Mountains to celebrate International Mountain Day on December 11, but, of course, good climbing profiles with great music can be used any time of the year. Almost all of the songs are based on the theme of mountains and being “on top of the world.” 2023: A NEW ALL-CLIMBING VERSION OF THIS PROFILE HAS BEEN ADDED!Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Celebrate International Mountain Day with a Climbing-Themed Ride
Did you know that December 11 is International Mountain Day? What a joy to know that something we love to simulate in our cycling classes has been given its own day to be honored! It’s a great way to create a theme and promote a special day of climbing to honor mountains. We give you a playlist on the theme of mountains, summit, and top of the world with 160 songs to help you create your own mountain-themed ride. We also have two special profiles on this theme, including a new one called “The Alpine Ascent: Celebrating International Mountain Day.”Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Celebrating World Techno Day in Your Cycling Studio
As indoor cycling instructors, we understand the profound impact that music can have on our classes. It’s the driving force behind every pedal stroke, helping our riders find motivation, rhythm, and a sense of purpose on their journey. World Techno Day (December 9) is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the genre that has become synonymous with high-energy workouts and futuristic beats—electronic music.Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: Fuel the Fire and Feel the Speed
It’s time to turn up the cadence and feel the energy. Encourage riders to push the pace as they sense of urgency in the lyrics. Read more…