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Teaching to a Variety of Different Abilities in One Class, Part 1: Five Categories of Riders
The very simplicity of indoor cycling means that classes are often filled with participants who have a wide variety of fitness levels, skill levels, experience, and goals. This presents challenges for instructors who strive to be both attentive to each, yet mindful of all. Instructors may wonder if they’re able to give equal attention to all of the riders, or if that is even necessary. Subbing a class or teaching a regular class with an influx of new riders (typical in the new year) is a balancing act. Fortunately, these challenges come with opportunities for all instructors to up their game in coaching to varied abilities. Read more…
Friday Favorites: A Song from the ’60s, Rerecorded and Remixed
At the core of the song’s existential poetry is a universally relatable feeling, making it timeless.Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Canada Day Throwback—New Profile!
Celebrate Canada Day on July 1 by throwing it back to the ’80s. Including a new profile that can be used to honor Canadian musicians or as a fun retro ride.Read more…
Wednesday Timeless Classics: A Feel-Good Climb (RIP Dario G!) 💔
I just love this song to pieces! It has a happy-go-lucky feel, and you can’t help but smile when you climb to it. UPDATE June 2024: We are reposting this WTC to honor Paul Spencer (Dario G) who passed away on 6/17/2024. Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: Give It 100%
A favorite in retro dance playlists that will have you begging you for more cowbell, please.Read more…
Friday Favorites: More World Music
A Dutch remix of hypnotic Afro-beats and bold lyrics.Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Beatles Covers Add Depth and Variety to Your Playlists
Last year, we brought you our favorite Beatles songs. This year, we’re excited to share our favorite Beatles covers to use in your cycling classes.Read more…
Wednesday Timeless Classics: Best Female Rock Performance Nominee from 1999
In music there is a tendency to label, categorize, or box every song, artist, or album. Today’s WTC offering is from an artist who is difficult to label or categorize, but is an acclaimed songwriter! Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: Warm-Weather, Feel-Good Vibes
This uplifting song combines catchy melodies, lively beats, and anthemic lyrics, perfectly capturing the essence of carefree summer days spent with good friends.Read more…
Friday Favorites: Desert Blues Rock
The emotions expressed in this song’s guitar shredding, maniacal drumming, and heartfelt vocals will propel your riders to the top of a hill, even if they don’t understand a word of Tamasheq.Read more…