Can you Hang On to the work done in the previous interval?
Workout Basics:
5-minute warmup
3 x 4-minute intervals with 30 seconds recovery after each
1-minute recovery after the third 4-minute interval
3 x 3-minute intervals with 30 seconds recovery after each
1-minute recovery after the third 3-minute interval
3 x 2-minute intervals with 30 seconds recovery after each
1-minute recovery after the third 2-minute interval
4,3,2 minute intervals with 30 seconds recovery after each
1-minute recovery after the 2-minute interval
4 x 30-second intervals with 1-minute recovery after each
5 minute cool down
3 x 4-minute interval goals and specifics:
1st 4-minute intervals should be ridden seated at 80-110 rpm at Threshold wattage, HR or RPE or in the Light Red or Orange Zone if using VismoX or Stages IQ
30-second recovery or reset
2nd 4-minute interval should be ridden seated at 60-80 rpm at the same wattage, HR or RPE as the 1st or in the Light Red or Orange Zone if using VismoX or Stages IQ
30-second recovery or reset
3rd 4-minute interval should be ridden standing at 60-70 rpm at the same wattage, HR or RPE as 2nd or in the Light Red or Orange Zone if using VismoX or Stages IQ
1-minute recovery or reset
3 x 3-minute interval goals and specifics:
1st 3-minute intervals should be ridden seated at 80-110 rpm a wattage, HR or RPE that is higher than the last 4-minute interval or in the Light or Dark Red if using VismoX or Stages IQ
30-second recovery or reset
2nd 3-minute interval should be ridden seated at 60-80 rpm at the same wattage, HR or RPE as the 1st 3-minute interval or in the Light or Dark Red if using VismoX or Stages IQ
30-second recovery or reset
3rd 3-minute interval should be ridden standing at 60-70 rpm at the same wattage, HR or RPE as 2nd 3-minute interval or in the Light or Dark Red if using VismoX or Stages IQ
1-minute recovery or reset
3 x 2-minute interval goals and specifics:
1st 2-minute intervals should be ridden seated at 80-110 rpm a wattage, HR or RPE that is higher than the last 3-minute interval or in the Dark Red if using VismoX or Stages IQ
30-second recovery or reset
2nd 2-minute interval should be ridden seated at 60-80 rpm at the same wattage, HR or RPE as the 1st 2-minute interval or in the Light or Dark Red if using VismoX or Stages IQ
30-second recovery or reset
3rd 2-minute interval should be ridden standing at 60-70 rpm at the same wattage, HR or RPE as 2nd 2-minute interval or in the Light or Dark Red if using VismoX or Stages IQ
1-minute recovery or reset
4,3,2 minute interval goals and specifics:
4-minute intervals should be ridden seated at 80-110 rpm at Threshold wattage, HR or RPE or in the Orange if using VismoX or Stages IQ
30-second recovery or reset
3-minute intervals should be ridden seated at 60-80 rpm at a wattage, HR or RPE that is higher than the last 4-minute interval or in the Light if using VismoX or Stages IQ
30-second recovery or reset
2-minute interval should be ridden standing at 60-70 rpm at a wattage, HR or RPE that is higher than the last 3-minute interval or in the Dark Red if using VismoX or Stages IQ
1-minute recovery or reset
4 x 30-second interval goals and specifics:
The 4 x 30 second intervals should be ridden at the riders choice RPM or position and should be ridden at maximum effort followed by a 1 minute recovery or in the Purple if using VismoX or Stages IQ
Recording of me teaching this profile on the Stages SC3 IC Bike
Below, Premium Members can follow links to download all the above media, view and download a printable Class Profile that can be used in class, read a detailed description of the Power Based Training Zones and download a printable Power Postcard.
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Attached to this post is a 65 minute harmonically mixed music set.
All you need to do is “Play It and Forget It.”
I have also provided an iTunes playlist so you can listen to each song individually.
Premium Members can listen and download this new mix for FREE by following the links below.
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Right Click on the blue underlined link
Select “Download Linked File As”
Select a download location
Once file is completely downloaded, find it in the location you selected
Drag the file into your iTunes or Spotify library OR
Right Click on the file and Select “Open With”
From the drop down menu select “iTunes” or “Spotify”
File should begin playing and is now part of your iTunes or Spotify library
To download the above media on a PC:
Right Click on the blue underlined link
Select “Save Link As”
Select a download location
Once file is completely downloaded, find it in the location you selected
Drag the file into your iTunes or Spotify library OR
Right Click on the file and Select “Open With”
From the drop down menu select “iTunes” or “Spotify”
File should begin playing and is now part of your iTunes or Spotify library Click here to watch a video on how to download media files from ICI/Pro.
Many of my riders know that I'm also a Personal Trainer, so I often get asked questions about all aspects of fitness. Warm-Up is a subject that comes up again and again. I've been using the Movement Prep Warm-up featured below for nearly 15 years.
Cycle training is an exclusively linear exercise and I believe it's important to activate the lateral movers as well as muscle groups that are not emphasized while riding. Keeping all muscle groups active will assist in continued powerful pain-free riding.
These exercises, videos and .pdfs come from the book Core Performance by Mark Verstegen & Pete Williams which should be part of any fitness professional's library.
We're looking for a Performance IQ Rockstar that we can develop into a Master Instructor – joining me to conduct PIQ Instructor trainings.
Master Instructor Qualifications
Are you super experienced at teaching Indoor Cycling classes where Performance IQ Display Training is a focus of the class?
Do you feel you have the passion and personality to enthusiastically transfer your knowledge and experience to other Instructors?
ICI/PRO is planning to develop, and then contract with, a Master Instructor to conduct workshops at North American (and potentially international) club and studio locations, beginning this fall 2016. The successful candidate will partner with me – Master Instructor Dennis Mellon.
If you've wanted to become a Master Instructor, this could be an awesome opportunity for you. My initial exposure here at ICI/PRO really advanced my career and lead to my current Master Instructor position!
Qualifications:
You’re recognised as a ROCKSTAR instructor, consistently filling your Indoor Cycling classes
You hold a current ACE/AFAA Group Fitness or Personal Training certification
You have a current Indoor Cycling certification from one of the established brands
You teach regularly scheduled Indoor Cycling classes at a club/studio that uses Performance IQ — and this is important — your supervisor is willing to be a reference
You have a thorough knowledge of zone based Heart Rate and Power training principles + you apply these consistently in your display training classes
Your classes are an effective mix of conventional and rhythm & movement formats; i.e. cycling specific training meets SoulCycle
Excellent computer skills — you’re the go-to person whenever there's an issue and who’s helping others learn to use PIQ at your studio
Written communication comes naturally to you
You have weekend (Friday — Sunday) travel flexibility
We're tentatively planning our first Performance IQ Display Training workshop for the middle of September at the Greenwood Athletic club in Greenwood Village, Colorado.
This is a contract position and the successful applicant will be compensated per training + travel expenses.
Please email me directly with your resume and a cover page to Dennis Mellon at dennismellon@me.com
