Favorite Track(s) of The Week

Favorite Track(s) of The Week

If you have teenage boys at home like I do, you may have already heard the tracks I'm sharing today.  My guys love both soccer and basketball and when they aren't playing on the field and the court, they are often found in the basement with their friends playing FIFA or NBA on the Playstation.  FIFA 2016 came out earlier in the week and I get just as excited as they do because I love to check out the track lists when the new games come out.  I almost always find at least a few good songs to use in my classes.  (NBA 2K 2016 is coming out Friday.)

Here is a list of the entire track list for FIFA.  You're sure to find something you like.  One of the better known tracks on the list is New Rush by Gin Wigmore which has been appearing on my playlists for a while now.

Try this one for a flat road at around 100 rpm's.  It was just released in August 2015 and it has a great sound:

The Royal Concept — Smile

iTunes link

And here is one that was released in July 2015 and would make a great hill climb at around 62 rpm's.

Jax Jones — Yeah Yeah Yeah – Radio Edit

iTunes link

I can't wait to check out the NBA 2K 2016 playlist starting tomorrow!

Any other songs you're using from the list?

What's your favorite unique place to find new music?

Originally posted 2015-09-25 06:06:34.

Stages Cycling takes on Garmin!!!!!

Stages Cycling takes on Garmin!!!!!

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INTRODUCING STAGES DASH & STAGES LINK

 
Stages Cycling introduces a complete training experience with two new products for 2017 that complement the Stages Power meter: Stages Dash and Stages Link.

Stages Dash is a power-training-optimized GPS head unit that seamlessly integrates with Stages Link, a new cloud-based training and analytic system that includes custom-tailored coaching and education for cyclists of any ability. Stages Link will be in beta release fall 2016 and Stages Dash will be available early 2017, with a MSRP/RRP of US$399/€399.

“When a rider buys a power meter, they’re looking for something more than a number–they have a goal,” said Pat Warner, SVP of Stages Cycling. “After three years providing power to Team Sky, we’ve realized that athletes from professional to recreational have similar aims: they all want to meet their goals and they need simple guidance and immediate feedback to succeed. This new Stages ecosystem enables all riders to maximize their performance and meet their goals, with a simple and intuitive interface featuring unrivaled customization, and training programs that learn and adapt from each rider’s unique characteristics and achievements. “

Stages Dash

The Stages Dash performance training GPS head unit is specifically designed to coach a rider to his or her best performance. In the five years since launching the Stages Power meter, Stages Cycling has optimized its use with 3rd party cycling computers, but discovered a need for a highly-focused, customizable, training device. Stages Dash answers this unmet need with the delivery of robust Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity to Stages Power and 3rd party devices, plus GPS capabilities, while introducing new features including the ability to offer guided workout coaching and specific provisions to manage critical training metrics across all devices.

Stages Link

Stages Link is a hub of cloud-based coaching, education, training analysis and equipment management tools, which were developed collaboratively with the analytics experts at Today’s Plan. The system is backed by the industry’s most advanced analysis capabilities currently being used in the professional peloton. Stages Link custom tailors training plans and daily workouts to benefit rider performance and enable performance goals, whether the goal is to simply improve fitness or target specific races over multiple seasons.

Stages Link will also help you quickly set up your Stages Dash and keep tabs on your Stages Power meter, all while being open and compatible with 3rd party devices. Stages Link plan pricing is TBD, however, riders who purchase Stages Power or Stages Dash will receive complementary access for two months.

“We’ve developed a complete experience that will personally guide a rider through the process of living with and meeting their performance goals with power,” said Warner. “This system we’ve developed is an easy and fast way for a rider to achieve their best performance.”

Read and see more on the Stages website

 

Originally posted 2016-08-30 09:22:08.

How do I get my picture on IndoorCycleInstructor.com?

How do I get my picture on IndoorCycleInstructor.com?

Here is a quick step-by-step guide.

  1. Take a picture of yourself with your class or on your instructor bike. You may want to ask your club manager or one of the kids in the club's childcare to take the picture so no one is left out.
  2. Attach it to an email to: john@indoorcycleinstructor.com
  3. Check the next day and see your picture.

Originally posted 2009-05-22 17:00:05.

How do I get my picture on IndoorCycleInstructor.com?

ICI Podcast 204 Lots of choices for Indoor Cycles at the 2012 IHRSA convention

Star Trac, Schwinn, Keiser, Livestrong and FreeMotion at IHRSA

Lots of Cycles at IHRSA

I couldn't make it to IHRSA this year but Indoor Cycling Studio Startup Consultant Bill Pryor was there and he filled me in on everything that was new in the world of Indoor Cycling.

This is a companion to Bill's article about his visit to IHRSA to see all the new Indoor bikes. 

In this lengthy interview, Bill and I discuss Indoor Cycles from:

  • Star Trac – Spinners
  • Schwinn AC Performance
  • Keiser M3
  • Indoor Cycling Group / Livestrong
  • FreeMotion

You can listen to the interview below or subscribe for free in iTunes and never miss a show 🙂

Originally posted 2012-03-22 17:35:18.

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This makes it all worth while!

I got this email today from my Group Fitness Department Head. It had been forwarded to her by our Club's General Manager.

Email to Spinning Instructor

And no, I don't feel there's anything wrong with “tooting your on horn” every once and a while 🙂

Originally posted 2009-04-30 16:38:48.

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CycleBar Fitness Instructor Jobs Fair on Fox & Friends This Morning

fox and friends fitness job fair for instructors

Fox & Friends ran a special segment this morning, highlighting the job opportunities in the fitness industry. Master Instructor Kari Nicolle from CycleBar said that they would be opening 50 new locations this year, requiring close to 700 new hires. That's an awesome opportunity for Indoor Cycling Instructors!

Watch the latest video at video.foxnews.com

Originally posted 2017-03-04 10:29:04.