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Theme Ride Thursday: Talk Like a Pirate Day
Ahoy there, matey! September 19 marks the spot for International Talk Like a Pirate Day, a chance to let your inner pirate out and use the word “booty” to your heart’s content. Check out our playlist and pirate lingo refresher. Read more…
¡Fiesta Latina! A Latin-Themed Profile
This is a theme ride based on Latin pop songs that can be used any time of the year but will be particularly popular from September 15 to October 15 to “celebrar” the contributions of the multitude of talented Latino musicians for Hispanic Heritage month. The rhythm of the “música” will keep riders “bailando” even as they leave class. The overall objective is “divertirse,” or to have fun, with this strength interval profile of three long fiesta sets with progressively increasing intensity.Read more…
TRT: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with Latin-Themed Indoor Cycling Classes
National Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect time for indoor cycling instructors to infuse a burst of vibrant energy into their classes. One way to honor this rich cultural celebration is by leading a Latin-themed profile with the pulsating rhythms of Latin music.Read more…
Wednesday Timeless Classics: An Endurance Song with Lyrics Worth Listening To
You don’t need eyes to see, you need vision. Read more…
Ask the Expert: My Student Puts Too Much Resistance and Pedals Too Slow, Part 1
I’ve had numerous questions over the years about what to do when riders put on too much resistance that slows their cadence down too much. This is a very important issue because heavy resistance has a high risk of injury. Students may do it with the misguided belief it will “strengthen” the legs (like leg presses). It also usually has a high ego component to it. How do you tell them to pedal faster? . . . Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: Two Versions of this 2023 Hit—EDM and D&B
The emotion behind the two versions of this track is so different—even though it’s the exact same song—you could use both tracks in the same profile of high-intensity intervals, one at 64 rpm and one at 87 rpm. Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: A Steady Beat to Beat the Heat
This week’s suggestion is a great track to help you hold on to summer. It’s so versatile that you’re sure to find many uses in your classes. It’s got a steady beat for those of you who love to ride to the music!Read more…
Friday Favorites: Ride On!
This track tells you to just “ride on” and has an unwavering rhythm, perfect for a consistent seated climb.Read more…
Wednesday Timeless Classics: They Want Rap But This Isn’t Hip-Hop
This music genre reached its creative peak around the time of the origin of the Spinning® program. They may want rap but this is far from it.Read more…