This inescapable Grammy-sweeping earworm is still ruling radio and social media. In fact, I bet you’ve hummed its cheeky hook without realizing. Who knew its slinky builds and punchy drops were made for crushing studio climbs that your riders will chant through? Read more…
A song from back in the day that turns “impossible” into “one more track.” Midride magic with a riff that hooks instantly and a groove that refuses to quit—your class will demand it on repeat (after they survive it).Read more…
This inescapable radio banger from late 2025 is still exploding on charts and TikTok—everyone’s hooked but haven’t discovered its perfect indoor cycling secret yet. That funky-K-pop drop turns climbs into chaos your class will chant together… click to find out which smash you’re sleeping on!Read more…
Some songs make you want to sprint. Others ask you to slow down, stay present, and build strength on your own terms. This track does exactly that—layering intensity without urgency and creating the perfect moment for a sustained, powerful ride. If you’re looking for music that turns focus into fuel, this one deserves a spot in your playlist.Read more…
Need a track that brings the sass and the sweat? This one’s got big energy, bold lyrics, and the kind of beat that makes your legs want to move…even on a Monday!Read more…
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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Discover everything you need to know about teaching switchbacks in your indoor cycling classes—from using music to define the turns to deciding how long they should last, how many to include, and when to incorporate them for maximum impact. Read more…
Instructors should understand the very real risks of high resistance/low cadence pedaling, and know when to provide options for their riders. This article covers the physiological reasons behind why very low cadence is not beneficial either indoors or for cyclists outdoors. I also present ways to address a rider who is resistant to taking your advice and continues to pedal too slowly in a big gear.Read more…
I’ve had numerous questions over the years about what to do when riders put on too much resistance that slows their cadence down too much. This is a very important issue because heavy resistance has a high risk of injury. Students may do it with the misguided belief it will “strengthen” the legs (like leg presses). It also usually has a high ego component to it. How do you tell them to pedal faster? . . . Read more…
Have you ever heard of a class conducted entirely out of the saddle? Would you ever consider it, or take part if you were a student in that class? Here is a synopsis of a discussion that happened in an online forum on the subject, with my input, plus an excellent article on the science of standing versus seated riding. I hereby challenge all instructors to take part in the STANDING CLIMB CHALLENGE so we can gather data as well as personal anecdotes. Read more…