Schedule: June / July 2014

So HAPPY to be back on the early AM crew at Spartan Stores YMCA, along with Matt, Ro, Margaret and Melissa...best way to start your day! The new schedule starts next week and runs through mid July. Spartan Stores YMCA – WED 6:00-6:45PM (Intermediate) – THR 5:15-6:00AM (Intermediate) See YMCA website for full Studio Cycling … Continue reading Schedule: June / July 2014

Come With Me Now 166

Inspiration: "Spring Break" starts of with a PTO (paid time off) day and my last 5:30AM at the downtown Grand Rapids Y. Here's a 45 minute mix for the ride. Two favorites on this one are All These Roads and Little Me (Unplugged version) for the cool down...but check them ALL out. Genre: Alternative, Christian, … Continue reading Come With Me Now 166

(Spin) Happy 156

Inspiration: Every other Saturday AM is Beginner Cycle at the Spartan Stores YMCA. All Beginner classes are just 30 minutes long, and it's time for an updated ride mix. Get HAPPY! Genre: Alternative, Pop, Rock Approximate time: 31 minutes Ride Playlist: Happy (from "Despicable Me 2") - Happy (from "Despicable Me 2") - Single Timber … Continue reading (Spin) Happy 156

Spinning®…certified

Now that it's been a year, here are some reflections on Spinning® and becoming a certified class instructor. I'll never forget that first class at the Ramblewood Tennis & Fitness Center in suburban Grand Rapids, MI. It was the mid 1990's and a new exercise class was sweeping the nation...Spinning®. After the preliminary business of … Continue reading Spinning®…certified

Ridin’ music…and more

Here are snapshots of three I worked on earlier this week...plus a favorite Classic Rock playlist from Melissa V., another Cycle instructor at the Spartan Stores Y.  Ride details to follow.  Right now...time to enjoy the weekend UP NORTH!For you foodies, I have a special pic for you (my Grilled Salmon with Butter & Lemon … Continue reading Ridin’ music…and more