ROCKtober v17.2 / Tom Petty Tribute 383

Inspiration: Tom Petty R.I.P. ROCKtober continues and this time the playlist includes several tracks from rock legend Tom Petty. Several other classic rock artists are also featured in the ROCK-themed ride this week. Have a great Fall week...and don't forget to send along your rock favorites for Spin class. Genre: Rock Approximate time: 67 minutes … Continue reading ROCKtober v17.2 / Tom Petty Tribute 383

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

Class Schedule: Fall 2017

Another fantastic Michigan Fall is just around the corner. This month I'm starting my FIFTH year of teaching studio cycling...and looking forward to a new venue this fall: Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation Market Street Studio! The adult fitness program is expanding with the addition of 15 brand new Spinners...what a great option for the … Continue reading Class Schedule: Fall 2017

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

I Don’t Care…Let’s Go: Fall Out Boy vs. Calvin Harris 376

Inspiration: When was the last time I posted a BATTLE OF... Theme ride? Right! It's been too long. Not sure how I came up with this pairing, but no question these artists are AMAZING when it comes to EDM / Pop and Alternative Pop Rock...#1 in their genre. So who's the winner of this battle? … Continue reading I Don’t Care…Let’s Go: Fall Out Boy vs. Calvin Harris 376