Caffeine & Cycling performance

I spotted an article teaser from The New York Times: Scientists agree that drinking coffee before working out can improve performance. But it’s important to know the potential downsides and how to best use coffee to your advantage. Here's how to use coffee correctly before a workout...https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/02/well/move/caffeine-workout-exercise.html If you like the pictured mug, check this … Continue reading Caffeine & Cycling performance

Do It To It 528

Happy MLK Day!
Also another 6PM Happy Hour Ride tonight…with an ENCORE of this HIIT mix.

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After reminiscing with a 2015 post earlier this week, I decided to give #252 a REFRESH, and add another 15 minutes for a Full Hour Burner! If you’re ready to DO IT TO IT…this is IT!

From a 2020 Lauv track to an 80’s track from Yes, and lots in between…this really is IT!

All these artists: Cardi B, Bad Bunny, J Balvin, Regard, Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Adele, Journey, DJ Snake, AlunaGeorge, Seether, ACRAZE, Cherish, Lauv, LANY, Fall Out Boy, John Mayer, Black Eyed Peas, American Authors, Fifth Harmony, Kid Ink, Metro Station, Yes, Garbage, The Weeknd!

Summary Ride Profile and Playlist:

WARM UP: I Like It / Cardi B, Bad Bunny, J Balvin

ALT SEATED / STANDING FLAT: I Like It / Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull

ALT SEATED / STANDING HILL: Rumour Has It / Adele

SEATED FLAT: Any Way You Want It / Journey

ALT SEATED…

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From THE OTHER STUFF: Too Old for HIIT — Stay Healthy Weekly

We grew too old, Susan and me. I worked at the fitness center, not in the gym or the pool, but upstairs with the management. I worked out the finances. Twice a week, I biked in before sunrise to instruct spin classes. These are in the news lately, spin classes, the online ones. Peloton made […] … Continue reading From THE OTHER STUFF: Too Old for HIIT — Stay Healthy Weekly

Studio Cycling…a first-timer’s 7-point guide to ENJOY THE RIDE!

’tis the season! Studio cycling s/b on everyone’s list.
I had a long-time YMCA member join us in the Cycle Studio for the FIRST TIME EVER!
She stayed for the full hour…with a smile on her face!

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If you’re thinking about trying an indoor cycling class or know someone who is, the following points will help you get the most out of your first few classes, and get you hooked on studio cycling…for life!

Phone (or text) a friend

Connect with a friend, family member or co-worker and check out a class together.  When you find a workout partner, you have the support and accountability you’ll need to succeed.  And it goes both ways, when someone seeks you out to be their fitness partner…just do it!

If at first you don’t succeed…

Try a variety of classes…studios, instructors, time of day, class format, music selections, etc  There are many moving parts involved in each class and your performance may vary from day to day…so you’ll need to try at least 3 or 4 classes before you throw in the towel.  Consider selecting a studio that has options…

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