Podcast Episode #33: Indoor Cycling, Spinning & Energy Drinks

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In this February 24, 2009 free audio episode, I have a 20 minute conversation with Jennifer Sage, a master spinning instructor, about her new book "Keep It Real", and a huge number of tips, tricks and valuable information about indoor cycling and spin classes, including:

The mechanics of pedaling on a spin bike with a weighted flywheel and the huge implications it has on training techniques, cadence and pedal stroke

Which techniques are applicable to fitness, fat loss, and outdoor riding and which techniques you should sit out, no matter what your spin instructor says

How to select your gear or hill (resistance) and your cadence to best simulate what you do outside, adhering to the rules of "specificity of training"

13 popular movements that all cyclists (and non-cyclists alike) must avoid in indoor cycling classes, and why

How to increase your climbing skills and strength indoors

How to improve your endurance and maximize fat burning and aerobic base

How to change your program throughout the year (periodize) using indoor cycling classes

A comparison of heart rate training zone methodologies and how to choose which one works best for your specific goals

13 drills for indoor cycling classes to optimize your technique

9 high intensity interval profiles to maximize your performance

...and many more tips on how to make the most of indoor cycling classes!

This is a must-listen whether you're a spinning veteran or have never taken a spin class before. Here is a picture of Jennifer's new 14 chapter book "Keep It Real", which you can instantly download to your computer for only $19.97 by clicking here. (After reading, I was amazed at how powerful indoor cycling on a spin bike can actually be).

Also In This Podcast Episode...

Free Training & Nutrition Information from Ben: Just click here to check out the special training and nutrition secrets section of the website. Listener Q&A:

Nate asks: What is your opinion on FRS healthy energy drinks? Comparing it to other sports performance supplements is it a good training product or is it just another celebrity endorsed product that is ineffective?

Calendar of Events:

Saturday, May 9 - Thursday, May 14, 2009: The Critical Speed Coeur D' Alene Triathlon Camp- Come train on the Ironman Coeur D'Alene course for 4 days. The timing of this camp, just six weeks out from race day, cannot be better for those training for Ironman CdA. Race strategy, nutriton lectures, physiology testing, biomechanical analysis, and much, much more from American and Canadian coaches, physicians, and sports scientists.

Tuesday, February 24: “Can Exercise Give You a Heart Attack?” - Exercise can decrease your risk of heart attack and cardiovascular disease, but it can also be risky if you don’t know what you’re doing. Whether your personal heart disease risk is purely genetic, or due to poor dietary and physical habits, you’ll discover from Ben Greenfield how to take the guesswork out of exercising for heart health, and learn how to stay safe during physical activity. 6-7pm at Pilgrim's Health Education Center in Coeur D' Alene, Idaho.

Special Announcements:

-"Delta-Tea"; Ben's Secret Energy Drink Tea Recipe - 1 packet delta-E mixed with 8oz hot water. Click here to get your hands on the delta-E that Ben talks about in the podcast episode - a powerful nutrient rich combo of Green Tea, Pomegranate, Suntheanine (the purest form of L-Theanine) and the most bio-active form of B12 (