Power 381

Inspiration: MORE POWER HOUR. Several interval stretches in this HIGH ENERGY Ride...surges, sprints, climbing attacks and high-resistance runs. With some jumps, steep steady climbs and quick, flat runs, this mix should satisfy all riders. For those with access to power/watts measures on your bike (like the Keiser M3 cycles we have at many GR YMCA … Continue reading Power 381

Let Me Go 380

Inspiration: This one started out as mix and profile for a full hour class, but I ended up cutting a few tracks so I could work it into a 45 minute class. Both versions are posted here and both include my favorites: the opener by Alan Parsons Project (a remix), the title track just out … Continue reading Let Me Go 380

Not Giving In 379

Inspiration: NO...NEVER! We're NOT giving in. This is my favorite ride mix of the month (so what if it's just the first of the month). For the kiddos it's back to school, for the rest of us it's BACK TO YOUR HARDCORE WORKOUT ROUTINE, and that includes those 45-60+ minute Spin classes! Here's a ride … Continue reading Not Giving In 379

Obsession 378

Inspiration: There's no doubt about my strongest obsession for the past 5 years! I continue to enjoy my time in the Cycle Studio after a half decade of cycle classes throughout greater Grand Rapids...and blogging about all-things-studio cycling. The fuel for my obsession: GR YMCA and it's members, instructors and management, Spotify and the hundreds … Continue reading Obsession 378

Friends 377

Inspiration: Grab a friend and go for a ride INSIDE! I hope this 60-minute mix and summary ride profile is the fuel you need for a GREAT RIDE! While many of us are preparing for an end of summer celebration and long Labor Day weekend, remember to keep our FRIENDS on the gulf coast of … Continue reading Friends 377