Chasing Highs 362

Inspiration: I just finished this mix this morning and have been anxious to get it posted up today...it's been a while since my last post, and this is MY NEW FAVORITE hour-long ride. Some favorite artists featured this time...Alma, James Blunt, Emeli Sande, Benny Benassi, Yellow Claw, Lorde and G-Easy. Check them ALL out and … Continue reading Chasing Highs 362

Roll With Me 361

Inspiration: Keeping it simple this time: First day of Spring 2017...Subbing an 45m class in the morning...Great new music via SPOTIFY! Be sure to check out tracks by Danko Jones, Rag'n'Bone Man, Bush and San Holo. Enjoy the Ride! Genre: Alternative, Country, EDM, Pop, Rock Approximate time: 48 minutes SPINlist and Summary Profile: Warm Up … Continue reading Roll With Me 361

Can I Sit Next to You? 360

Inspiration: Starting next week I'm picking up a new weeknight spin class at the Y. It's a 45 minute class, so I'll be posting more of those for another month or two, including this one today. It's a big day in Grand Rapids, as we kick-off the 10+ day comedy event LaughFest. This SERIOUSLY FUNNY … Continue reading Can I Sit Next to You? 360

Beautiful Day: St. Patrick’s Day Ride 359

Inspiration: It's that time of year...here's your St. Patrick's Day Theme Ride! The actual day is more than a week away, but celebrations kick off this weekend...Saturday in Chicago and Sunday in Detroit, so why not get an early start in the cycle studio too! The usual suspects on this playlist include: U2, The Cranberries, … Continue reading Beautiful Day: St. Patrick’s Day Ride 359

Rise and Shine 358

Inspiration: I dedicate this post to the MONDAY MORNING TEAM at the Wolverine Worldwide Family YMCA! I've been on the early (5:10AM) Monday schedule for a while now and start my work week with a great group of dedicated, fitness-minded members...we often declare that WE LOVE MONDAYS! I'm so thankful for the Grand Rapids area … Continue reading Rise and Shine 358

One More Night 357

Inspiration: These days there have been plenty of opportunities to squeeze in a sub class. It's the season of winter vacations, colds & the flu, even injuries...and subbing a co-worker's class. So as long as I'm in good health, in-town and not working one of my other jobs, I'm more than happy sub another class. … Continue reading One More Night 357

TEST RIDE: LIVE CYCLE DELIGHT (West Village – Detroit, MI)

Last weekend my wife I and made the short road trip to the east side of the state to visit our oldest daughter and fiancé for a quick visit. They recently moved into an apartment in the heart of the city, near the iconic riverfront Renaissance Center. About a week before the visit I heard … Continue reading TEST RIDE: LIVE CYCLE DELIGHT (West Village – Detroit, MI)