It's not necessarily all about the bike. Here are essential elements that every cycling studio should consider to create a memorable member experience.

While the focus of indoor cycling is often on the intensity and duration of the session itself, one crucial element that should never be overlooked is the warmup. This is the easiest way to spot the difference between an expert instructor and an ordinary one. Spending the first 10 minutes of your session warming up riders can significantly enhance their performance, reduce the risk of injury, and maximise the benefits of their workout. And why wouldn't any instructor want that?

Warm ups should be properly planned - just 'allowing riders to move their legs' for a few minutes when they arrive prior to the session isn't enough. How do you know how much resistance they have on? How do you know the cadence is effective? You don't. You're also sending a message about your own expertise if you're abdicating responsibility for the warm up to your riders. If they don't know what it's for, they'll assume you don't either.

Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the central nervous system, causing motor symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with movement. It is a chronic and progressive condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While there is no cure for Parkinson's disease, there are several treatments available that can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. One of these treatments is indoor cycling.
Indoor cycling is a low-impact aerobic exercise that involves pedalling on a stationary bike. It has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular fitness, increased muscle strength and endurance, and weight loss. However, can it help with Parkinson's disease?

In a study published in the Journal of Parkinson's Disease, researchers found that cycling can improve motor function, balance, and quality of life in people with Parkinson's disease. The study included 128 participants with Parkinson's disease who were randomly assigned to either a cycling group or a control group. Those in the cycling group participated in 30-minute cycling sessions three times a week for eight weeks. The results showed that the cycling group had significant improvements in motor function and balance compared to the control group.