by John | Jan 19, 2026 | Instructor Training, PRO Podcasts
What are the component parts necessary to create an effective Indoor Cycling Class Profile? Tom Scotto joins me to discuss what he's calling The Anatomy of a Profile in the latest episode our ICI/PRO member's only PRO/Podcasts. Download the transcript of this podcast....
by John | Jan 16, 2026 | Engage Your Students, Free Podcasts, Instructor Training, KEEPING IT FUN, Presentation Skills
This podcast is no longer available. Originally posted 2014-11-08 08:03:46.
by John | Jan 13, 2026 | Engage Your Students, Instructor Training
I had forgotten how challenging it is to teach a completely naked Indoor Cycling class! I'm in Jamaica with Amy this week, teaching at Couples Tower Isle on a working fitness vacation. Jamaica is well know for sun, rum, Red Stripe beer, the clear blue ocean and a very...
by John | Jan 7, 2026 | Best Practices, Instructor Tech Help, Instructor Training, KEEPING IT FUN, Master Instructor Blog, Training With Power
"Why do I make less power (fewer watts) standing, then when I'm seated, John?" A great question from one of the riders in yesterday's Performance Cycle class. An observation that shows he's paying attention + it gives me the chance to clear this up, so you can...
by John | Jan 4, 2026 | Best Practices, Instructor Training, New Instructor 101, Zone based Heart Rate Training
I'm noticing that Polar is now promoting a three heart rate zone system. Welcome to the party Polar! I subbed this morning and saw the sign on the right displayed. At first I didn't give it any notice, but then I did a double take; they're showing the five zones...