What we’re doing matters: Guest Post by Cori McCurren, Instructor – CycleBar Grand Rapids

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My love affair with group fitness dates back about a decade. I have always been interested in Wellness, so much so that I completed a degree in Exercise Science from Grand Valley State University (GVSU). I had big starry-eyed dreams of 'changing the world' and helping people fall in love with their health. Straight out … Continue reading What we’re doing matters: Guest Post by Cori McCurren, Instructor – CycleBar Grand Rapids

Never in my wildest dreams: A Guest Post by Juanylu Jasso, Instructor – CycleBar Grand Rapids

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My fitness journey started at a young age. I’ve been doing sports and exercise for as long as I can remember, and it always has been a very big part of my life. I’m originally from Monterrey, Mexico and recently moved here to Grand Rapids, Michigan. My father and all my family on that side … Continue reading Never in my wildest dreams: A Guest Post by Juanylu Jasso, Instructor – CycleBar Grand Rapids

FIRST RIDE: CycleBar – Grand Rapids

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This is my first studio review post since COVID-19 shuttered fitness studios back in March 2020...its great to be back in the saddle for another FIRST RIDE! If you haven't heard of CycleBar, where have you been?! In Metro Detroit there are about a half-dozen of them. Back in 2014 I had my FIRST RIDE … Continue reading FIRST RIDE: CycleBar – Grand Rapids

The STATE of INDOOR CYCLING / Metro Grand Rapids, MI – 2022 Edition

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After skipping a 2021 update (thank you Coronavirus!), here's my take on the state of indoor cycling in the greater Grand Rapids market. My purpose here is to feature organizations and local entrepreneurs that share my passion for indoor STUDIO cycling! Let's just keep it real and also acknowledge there are many great AT HOME … Continue reading The STATE of INDOOR CYCLING / Metro Grand Rapids, MI – 2022 Edition

N is for NEW Year 520

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Happy 2022! 🎉 Starting the new year, looking back to traffic on FOR THE RIDE INSIDE over the years…going back to 2012. NEARLY TEN YEARS of memorable rides, great music, fitness friendships, and hundreds of blog posts! Sad to say that 2021 was a light traffic year, with only 26K views and about 12K visitors…the … Continue reading N is for NEW Year 520