Don’t Teach Without a Microphone!

Don’t Teach Without a Microphone!

Over the last 8 years, I”™ve come across a number of indoor cycling studios that don”™t provide a microphone for the instructor.  Albeit, these studios are generally small (but not all were) and all of the instructors appeared confident that a microphone wasn”™t...
Don’t Teach Without a Microphone!

Power to the Pedals

With the increase of those interested in getting a healthy start to 2012, more and more people are joining health clubs and attending indoor cycling classes. This is great!  It provides a perfect opportunity to foster good technique and skills as these new members...
Don’t Teach Without a Microphone!

Riding Aero in Class

Should people ride in an aero position during indoor cycling classes?  I”™ve been asked this numerous times by instructors and have battled with more than a few riders over the years on this very subject.  My answer, NO.  Here”™s my take on it: (1) Safely /...
Don’t Teach Without a Microphone!

Let It Hang Out!

Before I risk provoking your wild side, I”™m referring to your stomach. The riders in my classes can be the best informants as to what is circulating around the indoor cycling industry. They are hungry for knowledge and some are even taking workshops to become...