Strong Ones 301

Inspiration: This was the ride at 7 and 9 today...for the Strong Ones out early on a drizzly Saturday AM (it really should be snowing by now here). This one covers all 9 of the "Spinning movements". Be sure to check out Slow Down, Born Again Teen, Alive, Snake Eyes and My Body for some … Continue reading Strong Ones 301

Cycling INSIDE the City – 2015 / 2016 Update

Cycling INSIDE the City …from A to Y, your guide to Studio Cycling in Greater Grand Rapids MI The options for indoor cycling in West Michigan are better than ever! Make 2016 your year to get into Indoor / Studio Cycling! Keep in mind that all locations offer no-cost or low-cost options to check out … Continue reading Cycling INSIDE the City – 2015 / 2016 Update

Introducing: The Mary Free Bed YMCA!

With all the recent events associated with the opening of this one-of-a-kind, $31M facility, I wanted to share some of the BUZZ with all of you! Check out the following links to news, pictures and videos of the newest west Michigan YMCA facility...The Mary Free Bed YMCA: Take a look inside the new Mary Free … Continue reading Introducing: The Mary Free Bed YMCA!

Alive 300

Inspiration: Ride Playlist #300! I'm subbing an RPM (Les Mills Indoor Cycling) class at one of the GR Y's this week...not doing an actual RPM class, just a traditional studio cycling class (not RPM certified). "RPM" or not, we'll be getting plenty of revolutions per minute during this 45+ minute ride profile / playlist. Tonight's … Continue reading Alive 300

BWU 299

Inspiration: This post-holiday ride profile and playlist is just what many of us may need after a long weekend of celebrating Thanksgiving with friends and family! 60 minutes of mixed terrain to get in plenty of strength and speed work...intervals and endurance stretches. More sweat-inspiring music from Armin (Embargo), a new track from Third Eye … Continue reading BWU 299