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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…
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…
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…
Friday Favorites: A Classic Club Banger to Climb
This week’s favorite is one of my own from the late ’90s/early 2000s. It’s a surefire track to get you and your riders climbing to a solid beat. Plus, there are several remixes available for you to choose the length that best meets your riding needs!Read more…
Wednesday Timeless Classics: Finding Gratitude through Adversity
Use this intense 6-minute track to fuel a challenging ramp climb, inviting riders to dig deeper with every progression. A longtime favorite of mine, this song makes a special appearance in my Thanksgiving ride each year—but its message of resilience and strength fits any season.Read more…





