Using Real Ryder bikes during indoor cycling classes

The first time riding the Real Ryder was a like riding a bull, I was all over the place.    I finally received some basic tips from David, a fellow instructor and the ride became natural.  After riding a stationary bike for ten plus year, it is a pleasant surprise to see the evolution of indoor [...]

Spinning music that helps indoor cycling workouts

Music is an important ingredient for an indoor cycling program.  It sets the mood and cadence of the class for difference exercises.  Sprinting is usually associated with fast songs and climbing with slow songs.  This is a general assumption because different resistance and cadence counts works with all types of music.  The cadence is one [...]

Need core workout ideas? How about Indoor Cycling?

Indoor cycling contributes to a great core-training workout.  The correct bike set-up can make all the difference.  The seat height should always allow a slight bend in the knee fully extended.  This allows a powerful petal stroke, pulling the knees into the core muscles.  The distance between the seat and the handlebars is the second [...]