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Tech Tuesday – These new bikes are more like riding outside

John — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:57:28 +0000

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At the end of our first class on the new FreeMotion Indoor Cycles last Sunday, I spent close to 30 minutes answering questions from participants about the cycles and the Power meters: How many Watts should I be making? Why did I have to turn it up so high before I saw any real...

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Now this is exciting!

John — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 22:38:17 +0000

I just got confirmation that the Life Time Athletic club, where I have a Sunday 90 min endurance class, will have 65 new FreeMotion S11.9 indoor cycles for my next class! There had been a lot of rumors, but I couldn’t get confirmation until today from our Group Fitness dept head. I’ll be meeting with...

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ICI Podcast #196 – Go Cycle Studio is using the Top Power Display from Performance IQ

John — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 10:21:33 +0000

Meet Emmy Ragali, the owner of Go Cycle Studio in Chicago IL. Emmy is the first Beta instillation site for the Top Power Display System from Performance IQ. I wanted to learn first hand what Emmy’s experiences were using the Top Power display to show the wattage and RPM of each Keiser M3 her participants are...

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Happy 93rd Birthday Pinkhouse!

John — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 10:30:28 +0000

Here’s a walking testament to the utter fallacy of (220 – your age) as a predictor of Maximum Heart Rate. Paul Pinkhouse Camerer is having his 93rd birthday today. To celebrate the occasion, Pinkhouse and a few of his friends will all train together at his home/cycling studio. During the training Pinkhouse will spend a large portion of...

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Who Is This Jim Karanas, Anyway?

Joan Kent — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 10:23:12 +0000

Jim’s been writing weekly posts for ICI-Pro recently, and John asked me to answer that question from my perspective. This post is based on a letter I wrote last year when a group of instructors and students nominated Jim for IDEA Instructor of the Year. In my 20-plus years in the industry, I’ve never...

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Power Is ‘Boring’!

Cameron Chinatti — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:00:19 +0000

Of course, those of us at Stages Indoor Cycling believe the opposite to be true, (made you look, didn’t I!) but we hear this all the time from people that haven’t experienced a power-filled class the way it was meant to be. There exists an assumption that indoor cycling is moving away from fun...

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Video and Indoor Cycling, Part 2 – Teaching With Video

Jim Karanas — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 01:03:15 +0000

Whenever I teach an Indoor Cycling class, I try to create an experience that takes the students beyond exercise. A class can affect students even more when video is added. So far, though, video has been used in classes more as a backdrop to create atmosphere than to augment the experience. The trick to teaching...

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Discounted parts and tools for Indoor Cycles!

John — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 11:53:47 +0000

We are very excited to announce a new partnership with online Indoor Cycle parts distributor SPORTSMITH that will save you an additional 10% on replacement parts for your Keiser, LeMond, Livestrong, Schwinn, Star Trac and Tomahawk Indoor Cycles. You can use Coupon Code INCP12 HERE A year ago when I was looking for a company to...

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Video and Indoor Cycling: The Next Step

Jim Karanas — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:16:34 +0000

A defining feature of outdoor cycling is the uncertainty of the open road. On a new route, we never know exactly what will happen. The road makes each ride unique, especially since we move so fast and so far. That visual excitement has been missing from indoor cycling — until now. The video/indoor cycling combination...

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An Attitude of Gratitude

Cameron Chinatti — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:00:03 +0000

It’s official: We are in the thick of the holiday season! For many, the worries are already piling sky-high: In-laws, turkeys, decorations, pies, finances and the potential collapse of the Euro-zone (just kidding on that last one… mostly.). Workouts tend to focus on caloric expenditure and that mentality alone can induce panic — AAAGH!! WHY...

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Susan and Bob

Jim Karanas — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:33:01 +0000

John, here is my response to your questions about Susan and Bob; It’s a given that different people come into our classes with different expectations, needs and goals. How can we as instructors/trainers accommodate their individual needs without alienating any single group? Let’s take two hypothetical participants – Susan and Bob. They’re the same age,...

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They Fixed Their Feet!

John — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:34:21 +0000

Spinner PRO/NXT/Blade feet that is. While I was at Club Industry last month Josh Taylor walked me through a number of the improvements Star Trac has made to the new Spinner bikes/cycles. I’m never sure which word to use… they only have one wheel so technically they are “cycles” but I’m guessing you understand either...

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From Chain Junkie to Belt Convert

Jim Karanas — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:54:24 +0000

Rules are not necessarily sacred; principles are. – Franklin D. Roosevelt My cycling background revolves around the chain. My coach used to say, “The chain is sacred.” It vibrates, and that’s precisely what gives the bike its feeling of life. The vibration brings the rider a deeper sense of, and connection with, the bicycle. Without...

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ICI/Podcast #184 – Master Instructor Steve Frank with the Indoor Cycling Group/LIVESTONG Fitness

John — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:01:16 +0000

I want everyone to meet Steve Frank – Master Instructor with the Indoor Cycling Group/LIVESTONG Fitness. Steve and I met in Chicago last month at club industry. I knew instantly he would be someone you’d enjoy meeting and a wonderful addition to our ICI/PRO Team. Why? I meet a lot of people in the fitness business....

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ICI Podcast #181 – Meet our new partner! The Indoorcycling Group (ICG) / LIVESTRONG® Fitness!

John — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:50:43 +0000

My original concept for the Indoor Cycle Instructor Podcast back in 2008 was simple and yet unique; use the power of an Internet Radio Show, delivered through iTunes, to provide a platform for the many voices in our industry. The show wouldn’t be “about me” or a few self described “experts”, but rather my vision...

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Live in the North West USA or Western CA?

John — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 14:33:35 +0000

If you’re sad you couldn’t make it to Boston to ride with Tom Scotto – be happy – he’s presenting at the Heart Zones To The Max Conference in Seattle WA on November 4th – 6th 2011. Club ZUM Fitness 1813 7th Avenue (at Olive Street) Seattle, WA 98101 Tom will be presenting along side...

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New Keiser M3 Fore-Aft Adjustable Handlebars

John — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:47:42 +0000

Click the title to see a video of the new New Keiser M3 Fore-Aft Adjustable Handlebars. The video shows how they tested this new design to insure that they will be as reliable as the current M3. No pricing yet, but I was told that there will be a retro-fit kit for studio owners to upgrade...

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Spinning Certified and Ready to Teach!

John — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 19:42:48 +0000

By Guest Contributor Jennifer Lintz - When I heard about a SPINNING® Certification Workshop being offered just minutes from my home-base in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, I jumped at the opportunity to sign up. Believe it or not, I have been teaching indoor cycling for nearly four years, but never received formal training on the bike. The workshop...

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Pro Form Le Tour de France Indoor Cycling Bike with Power

John — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:58:35 +0000

Did you see this new Indoor Cycle from Pro-Form during the tour this year? I’m not sure if it will qualify as a potential replacement for the bikes cycles in your club, but it is fascinating… at least it is to me. So I called the company and we are planning a future interview to learn...

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Schwinn AC Performance vs. FreeMotion S11.9 Indoor Cycles with POWER

John — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 13:23:33 +0000

I now have access to both Schwinn A.C. Performance Indoor Cycles and FreeMotion S11.9 Indoor Cycles in a super secret location* I’m planning a comprehensive review of both cycles over the next couple of months. Both the Schwinn AC and FreeMotion have the latest Power Consoles from each manufacture. I’ve already had the the chance to teach...

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My 5 minute American Sport and Fitness Indoor Cycling Instructor Certification

John — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:40:00 +0000

“Where can I get certified as an Indoor Cycling Instructor?” It’s a question we get at least 10 times a month. My answer has typically been to check with the club or studio to find out their requirements. Many want a specific certification. Spinning facilities will tell you that you need a Spinning certification, clubs...

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Walking the M3 Production Line with Randy Keiser

John — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 10:23:26 +0000

To my knowledge, the Keiser M3 is the only Indoor Cycle that is manufactured in the USA. To promote that fact they have released this video featuring Randy Keiser giving his description of the M3 manufacturing line in their factory. Back on Podcast #47 I interviewed Randy’s brother Dennis Keiser. If you are teaching on...

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ICI Podcast #152 – Stages Indoor Cycling and FreeMotion to Co-Sponsor our Conference!

John — Sun, 08 May 2011 21:43:31 +0000

They say good things come to those who wait! I’m very excite to announce that Stages Indoor Cycling has agreed to co-sponsor the conference this year and they will provide a room full of their new FreeMotion Indoor Cycles with POWER. Update: July 2011 – I am now teaching on the FreeMotion s11.9 and have a...

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Q Factor – What is it and should you care?

John — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 12:47:55 +0000

You will be hearing more about “Q Factor” from Spinning® / Star Trac so I thought you may appreciate knowing what it is, in case it comes up in conversation. Q Factor (also know as Tread) is simply the separation/distance between the two pedal cranks of a bicycle or Indoor Cycle. Here are two articles here...

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New Spinner NXT and Spinner Blade Pictures

John — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:00:00 +0000

Here are pictures from IHRSA of the new Spinner NXT and the all new Spinner Blade. I’m going to guess that Spinning still sees a large market for conventional Indoor Cycles that would cause them to redesign the NXT. 4/15 update: I had a very informative discussion with Josh Taylor today about all the changes they have made to...

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More on the new FreeMotion Indoor Cycle and Foundation Fitness

John — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:20:23 +0000

In an earlier post I alerted you to the new FreeMotion Indoor Cycle with power from Foundation Fitness. I’ve been doing research about the FreeMotion Indoor Cycle and Foundation Fitness, specifically on their educational programing and when will they be shipping product. First; their Stages Indoor Cycling programming is headed up by Cameron Chinatti who,...

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FreeMotion Indoor Cycling Bike with Power from Foundation Fitness

John — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 10:49:48 +0000

Gene Nacey tipped me off about this new Free Motion Indoor Cycling Bike with power from a company called Foundation Fitness. What’s interesting about this Indoor Cycle is that it uses magnetic resistance (the best system in my opinion) and it’s wattage readings are based on measured power, through a strain gauge in the left...

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New Spinner® NXT Indoor Cycle With Power

John — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:17:05 +0000

I was alerted to a picture of the new Spinner® Indoor Cycle (it’s not a bike) with power in the WSSC catalog. No other information is included but I see that Mark Tickner has sessions scheduled called Introduction to Power and Riding With Ultimate Power. I’m sending an email to Mark to see if he...

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Best Price For Schwinn Triple Link Pedals

John — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 13:17:56 +0000

Schwinn Triple Link Pedals are a common upgrade for any brand of Indoor Cycling bikes. As a new Indoor Cycling Studio will need to purchase 20 – 50 of these pedals, a small savings can really add up! I did some research for our new CyclingStudio.Org community site and found that Sportsmith.net appears to currently offer the...

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LIVESTRONG® Fitness to Release Special-Edition Indoor Cycle Dedicated to the 28 Million People Living with Cancer

John — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 22:26:51 +0000

Proceeds to benefit LIVESTRONG From: http://www.pitchengine.com 11.24.2010– COTTAGE GROVE, Wis. – In January, LIVESTRONG® Fitness by Johnson Health Tech will release the LS28IC, a special-edition indoor training cycle honoring the 28 million people living with cancer today (MSRP: $1699). LIVESTRONG Fitness plans to release a total of 500, individually-numbered cycles. With each purchase, $1,000 will...

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Adding some color to your Indoor Cycling Studio

John — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 12:08:43 +0000

Jeff Wimmer from StudioCycles.com sent me these pictures of refurbished Star Trac Spinner NXTs I always enjoy talking to Jeff because he takes enormous pride in the quality in his Indoor Cycling maintenance business and the refurbished Spinner NXTs they build are a great example. He was explaining to me that these cycles are completely...

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Krankcycle at IDEA – Interview with Mike Michaels

John — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 14:09:31 +0000

I participated in a Krankcycle orientation yesterday at 501Spin in Minneapolis. Part of the training used the Suunto Fitness Solution I will be talking about it on our next podcast but wanted you to see my interview from IDEA.

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Why is Sally Edwards dressed up as a couch potato?

John — Mon, 10 May 2010 12:14:25 +0000

To demonstrate the point that inside every “couch potato” is a Triathlete. I found this interview video of Sally Edwards very entertaining and motivating. I have forwarded it to my Indoor Cycling Class participants. Click the link or the picture to watch it

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Indoor Training Is Still Being Discovered

Gino — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:42:22 +0000

Being a Power Training fanatic that I am, I also regularly monitor the forums and various blogs about power on the internet. I came across a fantastic thread of conversations on the Google Wattage forum (a place where serious cyclists, with serious money, talk about serious power). If you don’t...

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Stage5 Indoor Cycling Instructor Certification Scholarship Program

John — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 18:57:47 +0000

We Want the Best! Stage5 Cycling is looking for the best indoor cycling instructors in the country and we are willing to put our money where our mouth is. Starting in 2010, we will be searching for 10 scholarship candidates per city to receive our 2-Day / 14-Hour comprehensive indoor cycling workshop. Recipients only have...

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Keiser Tour de Power

Gino — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:22:00 +0000

- My original objective of the Power blog here in ICI/PRO was to build the case for power precept upon precept, slowly but surely. Good idea, except for folks who already find themselves teaching on power bikes and are anxious to get to the meat & potatoes. So, as the line in Monty Python’s Holy...

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They Were In Shock – The Adventures of Creating an Indoor Cycling Certification

John — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:20:09 +0000

This post from http://www.stage5cycling.com/news/they-were-in-shock and has been re-posted with permission. By Tom Scotto You don’t want to continually warn people how hard your certification testing is because it always sounds like you’re just trying to hype things up. That was never our intention. We just wanted to give folks a heads-up that this may not...

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Look what Santa brought me!

John — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 19:24:59 +0000

My short Video Review and test ride of the new Schwinn AC Performance Bike is here.

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Livestrong Indoor Cycling Bike

John — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:02:58 +0000

I just found this, but it may be old news to you. I’m not sure if it’s club quality but it’s sure nice looking. Here is what Lance says about Livestrong fitness equipment: I’m excited to introduce a new line of LIVESTRONG™ fitness equipment where every piece sold raises money for the fight against cancer....

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ICI Podcast #64 – Master Instructor Janet Toussaint on how to sell endurance training to your class

John — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:02:12 +0000

One of the things that most excites me about the potential here at ICI and the technology we are tapping into, is that we have created a platform that allows us to seek out and interview some of the most progressive and experienced people in indoor cycling and bring them to you, our listeners and...

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CycleOps Introduces Joule

John — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:43:51 +0000

In the world of Indoor Cycling 2.0, every bike would have a Joule. Joule provides an intuitive and customizable dashboard for managing all the metrics needed to tell you what you’re doing during a ride. At any moment you can see power, heart rate, cadence, speed, time and other basic data. Unfortunatly it only works...

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A USA Cycling Coach: To Jump or Not To Jump?

Tom Scotto — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:17:35 +0000

Tom Scotto is the Program Director for Stage5 Cycling Incorporated and a Certified USA Cycling Coach. Tom asked if he could contribute to the discussion and offer his perspective on if you should incorporate jumps into your Spinning / Indoor Cycling Class profiles. Tom was a guest on Podcast #34 where we discussed his Indoor...

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Additional question about Keiser’s M3

John — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:54:08 +0000

Listener Tara Page wrote me with a question about Podcast #47 with Dennis Keiser: Hello, I really enjoy your podcast, thank you for the production. I listen to them on my way to teach. It makes me feel motivated and often gives me items to share and use with my participants. I wanted to follow...

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Spinning – Star Trac Bike with Power? OK so when?

John — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 23:35:12 +0000

Ok, so Schwinn has introduced their new bike that includes magnetic resistance and Power indication (Watts readout) and are rolling it out at this year’s IDEA conference. Jay Blahnik is heading up their programing. (Yes, I’m working to get him on the Podcast…) So where is the Spinning – Star Trac bike with power and...

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I’m not mean…just a little intense!

John — Sat, 23 May 2009 21:52:53 +0000

Amy found this hat on a Group Fitness Instructor site and thought some of my participants would want one.

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Most Remote Listener Contest Winner

John — Sat, 09 May 2009 20:00:23 +0000

Congratulations to contest winner Judith Buckley! Judith is a Spinning Instructor in Saudi Arabia where her husband maintains fighter jets for the Saudi Air Force! She wins a set of epicRIDES DVDs, courtesy of www.epicplanet.tv I’m planning to interview Judith in the very near future. I’m very interested in hearing about the unique challenges faced...

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Spinning RideBook of class profiles

John — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:15:07 +0000

The Spinning RideBook is difficult to find at spinning.com. Here is the link: http://www.spinning.com/spinning-shop-spinner-bikes/spinner-accessories-7320.asp

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ICI Podcast #44 – Q & A with Master Spinning Instructor Michelle Colvin

John — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:14:55 +0000

Is there a Master Spinning Instructor in the house? Actually there are two! Michelle Colvin jumps on the mic and we discuss the new Spinning RideBook of class profiles, Heart Rate Training and much more that will improve your Indoor Cycling class. Here is Mark and Michelle’s home out in the country – West Sussex,...

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ICI Podcast #42 – Q & A with Master Spinning Instructor Mark Tickner Pt 1

John — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:23:53 +0000

This is part 1 of my interview with Mark Tickner. We discuss the questions submitted by members of our community. Part 2 will post next weekend and then as a special bonus, Mark’s partner Michelle Colvin (another Master Spinning Instructor) joins me for what will be part three. Good stuff and you don’t want to...

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CycleOps Indoor Cycling Bike Setup Video with Angie Sturtevant

John — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 01:11:01 +0000

Here is a great video on proper bike setup that features Angie Sturtevant from CycleOps.

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Schwinn A C Performance Indoor Cycling Bike with POWER!

John — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:02:51 +0000

Update: December 20th 2009 I posted a video review and test ride of the AC Performance Indoor Cycling Bike Amazon.com has the best shipping rate for Schwinn A.C. Performance Indoor Cycle Trainer Schwinn introduced their new A C Performance Indoor Cycle bike at last months IHRSA convention. The addition of Power – Watts measurement to an...

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$50.00 Spinning / Indoor Cycling Bike Power Meter

John — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 11:56:55 +0000

Here is my solution to one of my biggest frustrations: watching someone ride with little or no resistance. Bikes like the Keiser M3, Cycleops Pro 300PT and the new Schwinn A.C. Performance indoor cycle offer “Power” measurements that show how much actual work your are creating, but typical Indoor Cycling Bikes offer nothing. So what...

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ICI Podcast #40 – iSpinning™ iPhone® App & SMHEART LINK™ from iTMP Technology

John — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:29:14 +0000

iSpinning™, the new iPhone® App, along with the SMHEART LINK™ is coming to your studio soon! Here’s the link to the new Class Builder iPhone App for Spinning Instructors. As an Indoor Cycling Instructor, I feel it will be helpful for you to have some understanding of how it works and the value it can bring to...

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iSpinning & iNewLeaf iPhone Apps + SMHeart Link Review and Interview coming next week

John — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:58:43 +0000

I have been experimenting with the iSpinning & iNewLeaf iPhone apps and I am preparing a review and step by step instructional video that I will be posting next week. I also have an Interview scheduled with Michael Williams, CEO of iTMP Technology, Inc., the creators of both the iPhone apps and the SMHeart Link...

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ICI Podcast #38 – Monetize your passion for Indoor Cycling and turn it into cash – Pt 1.

John — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 15:08:33 +0000

Graeme Street, the owner of Cyclo-Club (an online bicycle training service) offers you; Three steps to monetizing your passion for Indoor Cycling and turn it into cash! This is a must listen! Graeme offers us some excellent ideas on how you can help your students reach their personal fitness goals while you create additional income...

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The Giretto d’Italia , or “Little Giro” ride in Italy

John — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 13:45:20 +0000

My friends over at Global Ride have developed a concept they call Cycling Fusion, bringing outdoor and indoor cyclists together. To kick if off they are training indoors to ride the first 5 stages of the Giro d’Italia bike race in Italy. Very cool and I wish I could attend. THEY ARE LOOKING FOR RIDERS!...

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What are your participants training for?

John — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:43:41 +0000

I need your help. Beyond fitness and weight management, many of the people in my class are training for some event this summer. Most are tied to a charity fundraiser. The MS 150 is a popular ride here in Minnesota, that happens in July each year. Could you ask your class two things and let...

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ICI Podcast #34 – Stage 5 Cycling Instructor Certification

John — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:39:52 +0000

Stage 5 Cycling CEO Tom Scotto and I discuss his Indoor Cycling Certification program that focuses on proven “Road Cycling” coaching and training techniques. Their 2 day certification program sounds very comprehensive: Developed and taught by Certified USA Cycling Coaches Cycling Anatomy, Kinesiology and Biomechanics at the core of program design Periodization Training Model provides...

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ICI Podcast #33 – Keiser Instructor Certification and New M5 Elliptical Trainer

John — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 17:57:24 +0000

Keiser Master Trainer Suzette O’Byrne and I discuss the initial response to their new correspondence Indoor Cycling certification course. Keiser has recently introduced their new M5 elliptical trainer and have created a certification program so you can bring the cross training benefits of an elliptical trainer into your class. Update: here is a video of...

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ICI Podcast mentioned in Spinning News

John — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:24:46 +0000

In Podcast #27 Bob Rebach, AKA SpinBob, discussed an upcoming article in this months Spinning News and they included a link back to Bob’s Podcast! Starting a Mentoring Program By Bob Rebach Maybe you’ve heard that providing a mentor to new instructors can strengthen and unify your staff and program. Or you might have heard...

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ICI Podcast #27 – Mentoring Programs for Indoor Cycling Instructors

John — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:44:11 +0000

Welcome Spinning News Readers! Would a mentor have helped you when you first started teaching Indoor Cycling? Or are you interested in developing a mentoring program for your club? Jennifer Sage and I discuss the benefits of mentoring with Bob Rebach, or SpinBob as he is known on the forums. Bob has written two articles...

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ICI Podcast #25 – Spinning Instructor Jesse Piersol on how to tell a good story

John — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 19:45:47 +0000

Jesse Piersol is a frequent contributor to the Spinning News and also an Adjunct Professor at West Chester University. There she teaches Public Speaking as well as Business and Professional Speech Communications. We discuss an article she wrote for the June 2007 issue – Literally Speaking. Jesse explains: “I’ve found that fundamental elements of literature,...

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ICI Podcast #23 – Indoor Cycling Down Under!

John — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:17:22 +0000

Hi It’s -5 below zero (F) here in Minneapolis as I write this. After listening to Ryan Hogan, from the Australian Fitness Network, describe how nice it is in Sydney I’m ready to go! Ryan, Jennifer and I discuss Indoor Cycling Down Under (but no, he wouldn’t give me a proper Good Day Mate). New...

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IC Bike Power Readings: Actual or Estimated – Does it Matter?

John — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 03:48:21 +0000

After interviewing representatives from both Saris and Keiser, I have watched the debate about Indoor Cycling Bikes with power readings i.e. Keiser M3 vs. CycleOps Pro 300PT, with great interest. The CycleOps Pro 300PT IC Bike uses a version of their “Powertap” hub to sense torque. The Keiser M3′s method of sensing torque isn’t...

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ICI Podcast #21 – CORE Indoor Cycling Certification

John — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:59:24 +0000

Indoor Cycling Certification and Continuing Education programs for spinning, schwinn and livestrong can be found at the Spinning Indoor Cycling Certification web site. Clair Cafaro, the president of C.O.R.E CYCLING joins me from Toronto, Ontario Canada. C.O.R.E is an acronym that stands for Creating the Optimal Ride Experience. Its an indoor cycling instructor certification program...

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ICI Podcast #19 – Keiser Cycling’s Suzette O’Byrne

John — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:11:20 +0000

Keiser Cycling Master Trainer Suzette O’Byrne and I discuss their M3 Indoor Cycle and it’s unique magnetic resistance system. Suzette also describes the focus of their Indoor cycling certification and module based continuing education programs. You can find Indoor Cycling Certifications and Workshops here. You heard it here first! I think Suzette gave me my...

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ICI Podcast # 17 – Heart Zones USA Indoor Cycling Certification

John — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 01:21:52 +0000

Dr. Alinda Perrine, O.D., M.P.H. and Red Jersey / Master Trainer with Heart Zones USA conducted the Level 1 & 2 Indoor Cycling certification programs I completed during the Active Healthy Living conference this past weekend. I felt the program was very well presented and would prepare a new instructor to teach a very effective...

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ICI Podcast # 16 – Ask the Expert Tele-Seminar

John — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:39:58 +0000

In case you missed episode 13, here is a short interview with Dr. Perlus reminding everyone about the call in “ask the expert” live consulting & training tele-seminar, specifically for my audience, this upcoming Sunday November 23rd, 8:00 pm Eastern Time. The first 25 participants get in free and it’s only 9 bucks for the...

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ICI Podcast # 15 – Angie Sturtevant talks training with power!

John — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:51:00 +0000

I have always felt that there was something missing when you compare riding a Spinning bike indoors with riding outdoors; an understanding (or some measurement) of how much power you are actually creating. We may have found the answer… Jennifer Sage joins me and together we interviewed Angie Sturtevant, the Fitness Education Director for the...

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ICI Podcast # 13 – Conquering Instructor Burnout

John — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 21:16:04 +0000

My guest for this Podcast is Dr. Haley Perlus. Haley and I discuss Indoor Cycling Instructor Burnout, what it is, where it comes from and how to conquer it! Haley is a doctor of sport and exercise psychology. She is an expert at empowering individuals to achieve peak performance. In addition to her expertise in...

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ICI Podcast # 12 – Bike-O-Vision DVD’s for your Spinning Class

John — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 01:50:20 +0000

I have never been a fan of bike racing videos in my Indoor Cycling classes. Too distracting. It’s very much like watching a NASCAR race, you feel compelled to watch, waiting for the inevitable crash or some other drama. The creative team of Liz & Jan Hunter, the co-creators of the Bike-O-Vision DVD series, sent...

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ICI Podcast # 10 – Johnny G is Kranking!

John — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 19:26:37 +0000

What a treat to be able to interview Johnny G along with Jennifer Sage as my co-host for this special Podcast. When you listen to him speak, it’s easy to understand why Spinning has become a household word. Johnny G and Jennifer talk about their involvement with the Challenged Athletes Foundation at the Tour de...

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ICI Podcast #9 – Two Special Announcements

John — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:55:31 +0000

The first is that I’m going to be doing live Podcast Interviews at the Heart Zones USA – ACTIVE HEALTHY LIVING conference, coming up November 14th – 16th 2008, in Denver Colorado. I will be participating as a student in their – Level 1 (primary) and Level 2 (advanced) Cycling Instructor certification programs. I will...

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ICI Podcast #8 – Sally Edwards & The Active Healthy Living Conference

John — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:36:18 +0000

Part two of my interview with Sally Edwards. Listen as Sally explains her upcoming Active Healthy Living Conference 2008, November 14th – 16th, in Denver Colorado. If you are looking to become certified as a Indoor Cycling Instructor, with the latest information on Heart Zones Training, this may be something you should check out. Who...

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ICI Podcast #7 – Sally Edwards talks Heart Zones Training

John — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:17:10 +0000

Sally Edwards, the originator of Heart Zones Training, and I discuss the origin of Zone based Heart Rate Training. Sally explains its importance to conducting an effective Indoor Cycling Class and the fallacy of using age based Max Heart Rate charts and formulas. Listen to the show below or subscribe with iTunes with the link...

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Upcoming Indoor Cycling Podcasts!

John — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:14:14 +0000

I’m finally getting ahead on my interviews so I’m not scrambling to meet my biweekly Podcast commitment to you. Get them automatically (and free) by subscribing with iTunes. Here’s what you can look forward to… ICI Podcast #7 – Part One Sally Edwards talks about the history and importance of Heart Zones training. ICI Podcast...

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ICIP Podcast #4 – Metabolic Testing: The Difference Between Knowing and Guessing

John — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:13:27 +0000

How effective are you at coaching to specific levels of exertion? Do you use the RPE Scale? Or some percentage of age predicted maximum heart rate? As an old bicycle racer it was common for me to reach my max heart rate at the end of a sprint. How many of your participants have really...

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