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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…
Theme Ride Thursday: Celebrate International Mountain Day with a Climbing-Themed Ride
Did you know that December 11 is International Mountain Day? What a joy to know that something we love to simulate in our cycling classes has been given its own day to be honored! It’s a great way to create a theme and promote a special day of climbing to honor mountains. We give you a playlist on the theme of mountains, summit, and top of the world with 160 songs to help you create your own mountain-themed ride. We also have two special profiles on this theme, including a new one called “The Alpine Ascent: Celebrating International Mountain Day.”Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Celebrating World Techno Day in Your Cycling Studio
As indoor cycling instructors, we understand the profound impact that music can have on our classes. It’s the driving force behind every pedal stroke, helping our riders find motivation, rhythm, and a sense of purpose on their journey. World Techno Day (December 9) is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the genre that has become synonymous with high-energy workouts and futuristic beats—electronic music.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…
Theme Ride Thursday: Say Hello to World Hello Day! 🌍👋
World Hello Day is November 21, and we’ve got you covered with over 180 songs for a Hello-themed ride! Whether you’re celebrating the spirit of connection or subbing a class for the first time, these playlists offer the perfect way to introduce yourself and kick things off on a positive note. Say hello, set the tone, and get ready for an unforgettable ride!Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: TV Theme Songs, a Nostalgic Ride down Memory Lane!
We’ve compiled a playlist of iconic TV theme songs that will have your riders grinning from ear to ear. Whether you use these tunes for recoveries, intervals, or a full-on theme ride, the nostalgia factor is off the charts—get ready for sing-alongs and smiles as your class remembers their favorite shows!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…
Mainstream Music Monday: Beautiful Flat Road
This song emphasizes resilience and the power of seeing beauty in the everyday, no matter how challenging life may be.Read more…
Friday Favorites: The Original Plus a Great Cover of One of the Greatest Rock Songs of All Time
Whether you play the original or this cover, I love this song as the last push of the ride. Riders love it too, and seem to be able to squeeze out just a little more energy as they cross the finish line.Read more…