Here are some of what I came away with from IDEA. I do plan to expand on some of this with Jennifer as a new Podcast episode soon.
- My biggest takeaway from the entire conference... I saw approximately the same Threshold Power (240 watts) on the Schwinn AC Performance, Keiser M3 and CycleOps Indoor Cycles. I know it isn't exactly scientific, but I took classes on all three power bikes and I was encouraged to see they all read similar power. This Threshold Power squares with Cycling Fusion's Power Charts that predict ~ 1.2 - 1.6 watts per pound for a reasonably fit cyclist - I'm 160lbs x 1.5 watts per lb = 240 watts.
- Does the "F" word belong in your class? How about a conference session? I talked with an Instructor who was very upset about the language used in a Saturday 7:30am session. I'm digging into it more...
- Based on many of the Instructors I saw here in Southern CA you can never be too fit, too thin or too tan 🙂
- I have a bunch of short video Interviews, including Paco Gonzalez who will be presenting at our October conference.
- If you ever get the chance to attend any training where Jay Blahnik is the presenter... GO!
- Everyone needs a profile (Instructor and/or Club-Studio) on IDEA Fitness Connect . IDEA launched Fitness Connect this weekend as the largest fitness professional directory, connecting more than 16 million consumers to more than 100,000 fitness professionals with credentials verified by the top 14 fitness certification bodies. Completely free and you do not need to be an IDEA member.
Your profile on these sites coming late in 2010
I have already set up mine (and the two clubs where I teach) here.
- TRX is going to take over the fitness world... it's only a mater of time...
More to come.
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John is a member on the AFS (Association of Fitness Studios) Advisory Council.
Holding certifications from; Schwinn, Heart Zones, Team ICG and Life Time Fitness, John's held regularly scheduled cycling classes between 1998 and 2015 when he moved to Florida.
When the weather permits, you'll find him riding and leading outdoor groups by himself or with his Tandem partner (wife) Amy.
John is a member on the AFS (Association of Fitness Studios) Advisory Council.
Holding certifications from; Schwinn, Heart Zones, Team ICG and Life Time Fitness, John's held regularly scheduled cycling classes between 1998 and 2015 when he moved to Florida.
When the weather permits, you'll find him riding and leading outdoor groups by himself or with his Tandem partner (wife) Amy.
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Hmmm, I’m curious if that was a
Paul CheckIDEA has confirmed that Paul Chek was not at the conference, John session. He seems to think the F-word (and politics and a lot of other things) belong in some of the sessions I’ve seen him in, or heard about at WSSC. Why do they keep bringing him back (WSSC, ECA, IDEA or any conference) is my question? I don’t care how supposedly smart he is (and he loves to tell you how smart he *thinks* he is), there are a lot others who are smarter, humbler and easier to listen to and learn from. Or is it the idea that “controversy” attracts and even bad PR is good?Or maybe this was someone else?
IDEA Fitness Connect seems like an awesome opportunity! Thanks for sharing.
Funny that you say that Jenn because that’s the name that popped in my mind when John mentioned the “F” word session mishap. I attended my first and only conference session with
PaulIDEA has confirmed that Paul Chek was not at the conference, John at WSSC a few years ago and he was obnoxious, rude and charged with Political hatred. I was so upset to have wasted my money and time to hear someone rant about politics in a fitness conference! When will these supposedly “very smart” people learn that by doing this, they alienate the same people who pay lots of $$$ for their “advice”… needless to say, I will never take a session with him again.Okey dokey… I got a little carried away. Looking forward to more insights into the IDEA conference.
Alex
Nice to hear your quick takes John, look forward to catching up next week (right now putting Spynergy into the IDEA database!)
Jay Blahnik gave the closing key note speech at 2010 FILEX convention in Sydney. That was the most inspiring speech I’ve ever heard or read.
Are you talking about the instructor using the f-word or about the f-word in the lyrics of a song.
My personal feeling is that since you never know exactly what the sensibilities of the students in your class are, you should try and avoid it.
But I have to admit, the f-word and the s-word have slipped through in music a few times.
I am the Director of Event Programming for IDEA. As you might imagine, IDEA considers dropping of the “F” word unacceptable. This is something we will investigate. Most likely this information will show up in our post event feedback from attendees. Also, just to clarify: Paul Chek did NOT present on our program this year, so I hope all who are reading this will know that the presenter was not him. Thank you!
Thanks for your comment and clarification Aprile. I will add your clarification to the previous comments.
John Macgowan
Thank you Aprile. That’s good to know, and thanks for posting here!
Silly me thought the “F-word” you were referring to was FAT…although that also leads to an interesting discussion of whether that word belongs in our classes, either.