Not lost as in the “Lost” TV show, but Lost as in episodes of the Indoor Cycle Instructor Podcast that have fallen off the listings in iTunes.
The problem is that the iTunes Podcast Directory will only display a total of 40 individual Podcast listings. All the earlier episodes are essentially lost and not available for download to your computer or iPod.
Now if you have been with us since August of 2008 you have them all, but with Instructors discovering us every day many of you have missed some of our very best interviews!
Many familiar voices were first introduced to our Indoor Cycling Community in these early episodes including; Tom Scotto, Barbara Hoots, Dr Haley Perlus, Gene Nacey and I’ll never forget my interview with Johnny G!
To help those of you wanting these lost episodes, I have bundled what I feel are the very best 24 Podcasts that you can purchase & download. You can find a listing of exactly what is included on this page ICI Podcast — The Lost Episodes
Based on her unbroken string of last place finishes, Sally Edwards is the absolute worst Triathlete in America. But Sally has a good reason for coming in last… it's so no one else has to.
Listen as she describes her involvement in Danskins and Trek Womens Triathlons and she has a challenge for all of our female listeners; grab a girl friend and commit to training and competing in your first Tri.
Sally also has a fantastic opportunity for those of you interested in taking the step to becoming a Heart Zones Triathlon Coach.
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This week it's all about the drums with a powerful track from Cult of Youth. If you are looking for a track to take your class (if they're ready for it) to 124 RPM like Tom Scotto shows in the Cadence Builder video, this may be the one you are looking for. It will also work well as a steady climb at 62 RPM.
To download the song click the orange square or “Right Click” and select “Save Link As” to decide where on your computer it saves. If your settings in iTunes are correct, click the song link after its downloaded and it should open and be saved in your iTunes library.
Do you have a specific computer related question? Please let me know and I will try to answer it for you. If you are having a problem, rest assured that you are not alone and I'm here to help 🙂
On Saturday, March 19, Barbara Hoots and I (along with Spinning Master Instructors; Angie Scott from Vermont and Anthony Musemici from NYC) had the honor of co-leading the 11th Annual Special Olympics Vermont's 6-Hour “Ride for a Reason.” 75 riders packed the Champlain Valley Exposition Center and raised more than $18,000 for Special Olympics Vermont.
This was the third year that I've had the privilege of taking part in this special event, and this was by far my favorite year. The vibe in the room was fantastic, and we fed off that vibe all day long. Many of the event's participants were returning from years' past; 50% of the crowd, however, were riding their first-ever indoor Century. It was overwhelmingly rewarding to contribute in a small way to all of these individuals' experience of profound pride and strength.
We had live performances from local Vermont Brazillian drummer band Sambatucada, and DJ Craig Mitchell mixing live for the final two hours. It was an interesting challenge to improvise up there on stage, contrary to how much time and effort we all characteristically put into our profiles, but a pretty awesome one. The crowd loved the infusion of energy! Equally inspiring, if not more so, was the presence of Special Olympics athletes who spoke to participants, brought them snacks, and let everyone know just how meaningful the day's fundraising efforts were to them and their lives. We also presented a slideshow running in the background throughout the day with photos of Special Olympics athletes competing, along with motivational images and words.
“I never thought of myself as an athlete before today,” said one participant, formerly a casual participant in indoor cycling classes who completed her first indoor Century. “This is probably the proudest day of my life. I feel like I can do anything I set my mind to, now.”
Memories to Cherish from Barbara Hoots
There are some things you have to experience firsthand to know how truly amazing they are: childbirth, fourth-row seats at a U2 concert, and as I discovered on Saturday, March 19, being a part of Vermont’s 6-hour Ride for a Reason. When Melissa invited me to take a seat on stage alongside her team of seasoned instructors, I gladly accepted, armed only with words of encouragement, a healthy dose of positivity and an awesome playlist.
I was prepared for the ride, but not the emotional experience that made an indelible impression on me. The real heroes on Saturday were the countless volunteers and Special Olympic athletes, not the coaches on stage or participants in the audience. Watching these brave young athletes walk in between rows of bikes, serving sliced oranges, apples, and the best homemade Cliff bars I’ve ever tasted, was a moment time stood still and my eyes welled with tears of pure joy.
Melissa and her committee spent countless hours organizing this epic event, and it was evidenced by the ride’s enormous success. Her exuberance, passion, and never ending smile will be in my heart forever.
If you've never volunteered your studio or teaching talent for an organization such as Special Olympics, now's the time – it's an experience you'll never forget!
Music is such an important part of our classes and yet I can find very little information available about what can be done to improve the quality of the sound in the studios where we teach.
That scarcity of info ends starting today with this article, which is cross posted over at www.cyclingstudio.org
As an indoor cycling studio designer, I’m often asked how to prevent class music from pumping through the walls and disturbing businesses next door. After interviewing many reputable sound control companies, Ryan Gibbons with Auralex wowed me with his brilliance and agreed to submit an article that would outline acoustical treatment options that studio owners can implement to ensure a happy environment for all. If you’re considering opening a studio, read this first!
Total Sound Control
By Ryan Gibbons, Sound Applications Specialist
As we all know, indoor cycling classrooms can present an array of acoustical issues for both studio owners and customers alike. Loud music levels and equipment noise can translate to a harsh acoustical environment inside the studio and can disturb neighboring businesses which ultimately leads to lower profits. Obviously, having happy customers and neighbors is essential to a successful business.
A question we often hear at Auralex is, “If I put some of your foam on the walls, will it keep my neighbors from hearing my music?” The answer is unfortunately a qualified “No.” We refer to the limiting of transmission of sound between structures as “isolation.” Properly isolating a space requires construction materials and would likely require a remodel of an existing space. This can be a time-consuming and sometimes expensive process; however, if done correctly it can be well worth the effort.
From our experience, the most efficient way to eliminate room-to-room sound transmission is to build what we call a “room within a room.” This involves two steps. First, decoupling (acoustically separating) the new structure from the existing structure is important to eliminate structure-borne vibrations. Generally these vibrations are caused by low-frequencies travelling through the walls, ceiling, and floor. This can translate to your attached neighbors as “boomy.” Decoupling the structure can help control those vibrations, thus reducing the amount of noise people in the other structures hear. Next, we suggest placing mass (drywall/sheetrock and insulation) between the existing structures to help control higher frequencies from travelling through the existing walls. Accomplishing these two steps should help improve your relationship with your neighbors considerably.
Auralex has a publication on the web called “Acoustics 101.” This is a great resource that can help guide you or your general contractor through the proper construction to isolate your space. It provides detailed drawings on the topics discussed, and is easy to read and understand. You can find this publication on the web at www.acoustics101.com. Also see our page, Bothering Your Neighbors?for helpful diagrams and audio clips.
When it comes to interior acoustics, there are many solutions for these dilemmas and a wide array of products designed to help you reach a comfortable acoustic environment. The two most commonly-used sound absorption materials are high-quality acoustic foam and specialized acoustic fiberglass (no, not the stuff you buy at the hardware store). For brevity, at times we’ll generically call acoustic foam just plain “foam,” although there are very dramatic differences in cell structure and density between acoustic foam and the thousands of other types we could manufacture. (This is why you can’t just run down to the local SuperMart and buy mattress pads with which to acoustically treat your studio.)
In addition to the two most popular types of acoustic absorption materials, a Class A, fire resistant, natural fiber panel called SonoFiber. SonoFiber acoustic panels are the perfect solution for those budget-conscious projects requiring a Class A fire rating without the aesthetic demands of designer treatments such as fabric-covered panels.
Acoustic sound absorption foam is well-suited to alleviate slap and flutter echo, the two most common problems in rooms not specifically designed for music recording and performance. In fact, foam can turn even the most cavernous warehouse or gymnasium into a suitable acoustic environment.
Feel free to contact me if you have any specific questions about your studio, and I’ll be happy to provide any assistance, suggestions, or solutions. You can contact me at Aurale via email at auralexinfo@auralex.com or by calling 1.800.959.3343.
I have an interview scheduled with Ryan on Thursday March 24th. If you have a question you would like me to ask him send it to john@indoorcycleinstructor.com by the end of Wednesday the 23rd.
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