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Friday Favorites: Two Amazing Versions of the Same Song
There are two versions of this song that hit the top of the charts. Both songs are beloved, and perfect for cycling. It is hard to pick the one you like better. Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Embrace the Beauty of the Autumn Equinox!
The Autumn Equinox is September 22—time to celebrate this season that brings a sense of change, beauty, and reflection. This change in the weather and shorter daylight hours also has a magical effect on indoor cycling studios around the world. As autumn settles in, you notice fuller classes as outdoor athletes find their way back indoors. The earlier sunsets and cooler temperatures signal a natural change in routines, making it a perfect time to welcome these riders back. Creating an autumn-themed ride is a fantastic way to acknowledge the change in the air with your regulars and make new riders feel at home. Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: International Day of Peace, September 21
September 21 is International Day of Peace. In this era of unrest around the globe, it’s the perfect time to conduct a peace-themed ride. Or, if you’re moved to respond to the weight of unsettling current events with a simple message of peace, you don’t need a whole ride dedicated to it. Check out our bucket playlist (~110 songs) for a couple of songs to set the tone at the beginning and end of your next ride.Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: Reinventing a Cult Anthem from 1999
This revamped and modernized track merges the sounds of two artists into a perfect “chef d’oeuvre.”Read more…
Friday Favorites: Electronica D&B Reverie—the Chill Side of Electronic Music
This delightful track from a Colorado band will feel happy in your profile either as a warm-up or an endurance or tempo fast flat at 87 rpm.Read more…
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 yer inner pirate out and use the word “booty” to yer heart’s content. Check out our pirate lingo refresher and bucket playlist of almost 140 songs to choose from. We also give ye plenty ‘o tips to create a smashin’ theme ride, including some fun sub-themes.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…
¡Fiesta Latina! A Latin-Themed Profile by Susan Lafond
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…
Mainstream Music Monday: Happiness Training
Turn your next cycle class into group therapy with this “happiness drill”!Read more…
Friday Favorites: Your Next Feel-Good Anthem
Crank up the good vibes with a track that’s all about celebrating life’s endless possibilities. This tune will have you dancing in your seat, dreaming of adventures, and embracing every moment with a smile. It’s the perfect reminder that life’s a party, and you’re invited!Read more…