Indoor cycling is not only physically challenging but also mentally. Being mentally focused will make all the difference between a great workout and a stressful workout. What do I mean by “stressful workout”? Good form is created by mental repetition until the discipline become second nature. I always remind my class to keep your upper and lower body aligned. Once a section of your body is not aligned, it produces stress in another area of your body. An example is keeping your arms straight and not bending your elbows down creates stress in your neck. Pedaling with your toes pointed down decreases the power from your legs. Staying focus and concentrating on the instructor takes good discipline. A five-minute sprint maintains a consistent pace from start to finish without a mental distraction is tough. I have seen the look on a student’s face zoning out mentally and their form breaking down. My answer to losing focus is taking a break, regroup, and get back into the game.
