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Theme Ride Thursday: Winter Solstice (Including TWO Profiles!)
One of my favorite yearly traditions over the holidays is to teach a Winter Solstice ride using songs from our bucket playlist on the theme of lights. Here is my most recent version of Shari Miranda’s Winter Solstice theme profile…plus Shari’s updated version of her profile as well! We both use some of the same songs, but we do different things to the songs; this way, you can choose which choreography you prefer! Be sure to download both versions. Read more…
OCD: Turbine Speed Intervals—Feel the Burn, Love the Ride!
Ready to challenge your riders with high-cadence, high-power intervals? This turbine-inspired drill pushes limits, builds speed, and boosts anaerobic power—but it demands a solid warm-up and mental grit. Are your riders up for it?Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: A Rhythmic Run in Place
Feel the rhythm match your stride as this dreamy, pulsing track carries you through standing runs. Its whispery intensity keeps you grounded yet weightless—perfect for chasing that inner fire.Read more…
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…