For years I have taught classes that were physically challenging to participants but when I started to bring more than the Physical Dimension of Wellness to my classes, MAGIC HAPPENED. Dr. Bill Hettler, the co-founder of the National Wellness Institute (NWI), created a model named, The Six Dimensions of Wellness, in 1976. His idea of Wellness was not merely just the absence of disease, but living a life in which
How Proper Sleep Affects Athletic Performance
If I could tell you that I had access an incredibly effective performance enhancer that couldn’t be picked up on any drug test and is completely and utterly free, I’m fairly sure you accuse me of lying. What about if I then said that you had unlimited access to it too? You’d probably just shake your head and walk away. Well it’s all true. What is this wonder drug? Sleep.
I didn’t know I sounded like that!
I’ll let you in on my little secret. I edit many of my interviews. When my guest misspeaks, has a few too many ums/ahs/likes/you knows or they run off topic. They tend to say “stop” and then ask “please edit that out”. Although I’ve been asked multiple times, I never agree to let a guest listen and then approve the final recording. I also never agree to edit or delete
Using Music – An Instructional Series
This is post one in a multi-post series that will explain how to use and select music to compliment your class. As the series progresses, I will be sure to include the links to the previous posts so that the entire series can be found in the latest post. As an instructor, music can become the most challenging part of any indoor class; however it can be one of
Is Polar moving to a three heart rate zone system?
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 grouped into three… very interesting. When I got back to my office I did an image search to see what
Six More Secrets to Burning Major Calories In Indoor Cycling Class
Glamour Magazine recently published an article The 6 Secrets to Burning Major Calories in Spin[sic] Class written by Faith Cummings. Four of the points raised are solid. One is iffy and another is IMO boarding on BS. Their suggestions; Don’t stop moving, Make sure you have enough resistance, Push yourself and Prep your body before class (that last one is my favorite and I’ll expand on the idea below) are all solid and sound advice. These other
Hey Team > How Would You Answer This Question? Part 3
I received more responses to the frustration originally expressed by new Instructor Irene in this post; Hey Team > How Would You Answer This Question? What I find to be the single biggest challenge as a new instructor is music- music flow, and knowing what drills or activities to do to what music. I feel at such a loss though when it comes to setting up a class…. And
Hey Team > How Would You Answer This Question? Part 2
Here’s more responses to Irene’s question about music in part one of Hey Team > How Would You Answer This Question? ICI/PRO contributor and future studio owner Callie Bowling Kelly responded with… Hey John! Here’s my reply: This is a fantastic question! If I may pull from my background in Psychology to get to the root of what may be occurring… this sounds like a case of Blockage to me. Blockage
What’s the minimum age or height for a Spinning® or Indoor Cycling class?
When I get the same question, from two ICI/PRO members, a week apart, it means I should probably write a post about the subject. First the questions: Hi John – I hope you are doing well and have the prospect of defrosting in the near future! A question came up at one of the places where I teach about minimum age for spinning. Back when I was certified, I understood
ICI/PRO Podcast # 257 Use Subbing to Market Yourself
Great ideas here for our new Instructors! Leverage opportunities to fill in by sharing and showcasing brand “you.” Certified fitness professional and fitness writer Stephanie Vlach and I discusses how Instructors can leverage subbing opportunities to market themselves – from her recent article in the March 2013 IDEA Fitness Journal – IDEA subscription required. Leverage opportunities to fill in by sharing and showcasing brand “you.” Almost every role and function within the
