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This week’s suggestion is a song that debuted barely two weeks ago and it is a must-have. It is everything you could want: a powerful track with great vocals, a meaningful message, and enough energy to propel you forward up the mountain. Don’t feel the need to climb to this track? That’s OK, because it makes a fantastic cool-down and stretch song, too. Read more…

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I’ve used this beautiful and versatile song in countless profiles, including several master classes in the early 2000s at WSSC. Its introspective rhythm and steady 82 rpm tempo make it adaptable for a wide range of uses in your profiles—whether it’s warming up, cruising on flat roads, climbing, or cooling down.Read more…

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In part 1, I provided six general tips for teaching switchbacks, including how many, how often, how long, and how to use the music. In part 2, you will find five different scenarios for designing and cueing your switchbacks to make your classes more exciting and engaging, increasing your coaching repertoire and improving your visualization and motivation skills.
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