INside Studio Cycling: Les Mills RPM, SPRINT, and THE TRIP

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Fitness enthusiasts probably know this global fitness brand well, by their popular "BODY...." group exercise programs: BODYBALANCE, BODYCOMBAT, BODYJAM, BODYSTEP, and of course BODYPUMP! This New Zealand-based fitness powerhouse has been around for years and offers three unique indoor cycling programs to round out the group exercise offering: RPM, Sprint, and THE TRIP. Since the … Continue reading INside Studio Cycling: Les Mills RPM, SPRINT, and THE TRIP

Drill baby…DRILL: Cycling drills to improve your riding skills

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NOTE: This is NOT a political posts on energy policy! This IS a post about indoor cycling drills you can use to increase awareness, strength, endurance, and fun...while increasing class engagement and active participation. Another benefit of incorporating structured drills...class time passes quickly! Isolated pedaling – two varieties: pick a leg and focus on the … Continue reading Drill baby…DRILL: Cycling drills to improve your riding skills

Turning up the HEAT for your workout?: Addressing the potential benefits, risks, and safety precautions

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This topic is nothing new, but worth revisiting from time to time…and the TIME is NOW. Today’s NYTIMES.com post was my inspiration for this post:  https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/11/well/move/heated-workouts-fitness-benefits.html I also found this blog post on this subject:  https://blogs.bcm.edu/2024/08/26/staying-safe-during-heated-workouts/ In addition to the discussions above, here's my take on temperature in the cycle studio: Everything in moderation Honor … Continue reading Turning up the HEAT for your workout?: Addressing the potential benefits, risks, and safety precautions

Cycling May Reduce Risk of Knee Pain and Arthritis, Study Finds

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Biking or cycling indoors may help prevent knee pain and arthritis of the knee joints, according to a new study. Here's how to add biking into your routine. — Read on http://www.today.com/health/diet-fitness/cycling-for-knee-pain-rcna153246

CycleBar Launches Indoor Cycling Training Program

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CycleBar announced today the International Sports Sciences Association, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the Athletics and Fitness Association of America have all accredited its proprietary Indoor Cycling Training Program. — Read on http://www.franchising.com/news/20240515_cyclebar_launches_indoor_cycling_training_program.html