On May 15, we celebrate the International Day of Families. For instructors who want a ready-made class profile, try this ride called “It’s A Family Affair.” It’s an interval-based workout with challenging sections that push your limits while allowing you to reflect on the people who make life meaningful.Read more…
Drumming and cycling share a common thread: rhythm. When you pair a high-energy beat with a high-intensity interval ride, the results are electrifying. I’ve created a drumming-inspired interval ride, “Pedal and Percussion: Intervals to the Drum Beat,” designed to push your limits.Read more…
Here is the first of two Pedal and Percussion profiles; this one has three long climbs. It includes *that song* with *those drums*…one in which you will probably want to ride in silence.Read more…
This profile contains four segments of fast flats and climbs of varying cadence. It uses songs with famous guitar licks or acoustic guitar.Read more…
Introducing “Three Guitar-Powered Long Climbs,” a climbing profile with a playlist that features guitar-centric songs clocking in at 5 minutes or longer.Read more…
April is known for wet weather, coast to coast. And do you know what’s awesome on rainy days? Good tunes accompanied by a great profile. How about two storm-themed profiles to choose from plus two bucket playlists on the theme of rain and flowers to expand your musical options?Read more…
This profile takes inspiration from the adrenaline-pumping soundtrack of the iconic film, Top Gun, setting the stage for a series of intense intervals that mirror the rounds of dogfighting where pilots compete for the prestigious “Top Gun” title. Riders will embark on five challenging “rounds” of test flights, each designed to push them to their limits and enhance their skills.Read more…
As you embark on this carpe diem ride, envision yourself as a leap-year adventurer, boldly venturing into uncharted territories of intensity and determination. Each set of this challenging interval profile is crafted to embody the spirit of seizing the moment, making every pedal stroke count toward your goals. The Leap Year bucket playlist has 150 tracks if you want to craft your own profile and playlist.Read more…
Putting together this year’s tribute ride for the incredible artists we lost in 2023 was a journey filled with emotions, nostalgia, and difficulty, much like the past decade of creating these special rides for the ICA community. Let me know how you enjoy this loop profile.Read more…
In our world of indoor cycling training, there’s a potent training objective that taps into the muscle fibers responsible for generating force. These workouts maximize strength and force development through slower cadences at higher intensities. Introducing “Hillacious,” a strength ride by our very own Karen Cruz with this very objective.Read more…