ICI/PRO Podcast 339 Understanding the floors and ceilings of training with power
I prefer to limit the mathematical computations many Instructors typically ask of their classes. For example you'd never hear me say; "now I want everyone at 85% of their FTP" or... "this next interval is 30 seconds in Zone 5B which is 103 to 106% of your LT/AT heart...
ICI/PRO Membership
- This is very exciting, we have ICI/PRO members from around the world - on every continent, except Antarctica. Not sure if there is even a club there... if you know of one please send me an email. - Scroll down to get your membership started today! Here is an FAQ...
Take the Trail – Preparation Continues
We are less than 60 days from our ride around the Cabot Trail. The group has been very active - increasing distance to 55 km for morning rides, grades to 7+% for hill repeats and making lots of connections between the indoor and outdoor efforts in my classes. We...
Under Construction – New Theme being added
I promised myself I would update this site's theme. It may look like a "work in progress" for a few days while I fight through making all the changes.
Take the Trail
It is difficult to explain how iconic the Cabot Trail is to Nova Scotians and even Canadians. With six significant climbs (some of which are 13-17% for long stretches) it is notorious and glorious at the same time. The scenery is unparalleled and there is a mystique...
ICI Podcast 285 – Understanding Fitness Instructor Professional Liability Insurance
UPDATED 9/14 - We are no longer recommending the company involved in this podcast. When we renewed this month we were told we could no longer add an "additional insured" to Amy's policy unless we paid an extra $155.00. This is totally ridiculous in our eyes and we...
Julie Erdmann is back with another fun Tri-ing to be Athletic Picture Post
Guest picture post from Julie Erdmann at Tri-ing to be Athletic When I was back in Canada last month, my sister, known to all just you guys as GymSis, could not wait to take me to her gym. And since I had inspired her with the posts here, here, here and here,...
Favorite Track(s) of The Week
Seven minutes of climbing is just what your class needs this week and LCD Soundsystem's newest track will help you and your riders make the most of it. After getting back together, the band has come out with two new releases. Many of their songs are on the longer...
Evidence Based Cycling – Blog Post #3
If you are a data-geek, you’ve stumbled onto the right blog. If you love learning about the science behind your training, you should find these posts pretty interesting. If you’re the type who likes to not only know what, but has to know WHY training is prescribed...
I'm not mean…just a little intense!
Amy found this hat on a Group Fitness Instructor site and thought some of my participants would want one.