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Looking For a New Gym in Kelowna?

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There has been a LOT of changes in the world lately. Some businesses have closed and others have been forced to adapt in order to stay open. While the impact of these changes is astronomical, today we’re just looking at how this effects your workout routine! We’ve talked to a lot of people in Kelowna that are looking to get back into fitness after the quarantine and they aren’t sure what to do.

Many larger gyms have been forced to set up a booking schedule in order to safely monitor the number of people and to allow adequate cleaning time to make sure the facility stays safe. Now, we hear you gym goers – one of the main reasons you go to the gym instead of classes is that you can go whenever you want, and stay however long you want. With this no longer the case, we think it’s time you gave us a try and joined us for a spin class or bootcamp! 

There are so many benefits to attending group fitness classes! We understand they aren’t for everyone, that was us at one time too…”I can get a better workout on my own” was our own mentality at one point, but once you see the results from our quick and effective workouts, it may just change your mind!

So why should you try one of our classes?

  1. Variety
    How often do you wander around the gym doing the same exercises because that’s what your comfortable with? Or skip cardio because you don’t feel like it? Take a class with us and learn some new moves, you can even take these new exercises with you the next time you go back to the gym 😉
  2. Direction
    There is something magic about having a trainer explain each exercise. Small tweaks and adjustments can make the world of difference when it comes to results and injury prevention.

  3. Efficiency
    In and out in under an hour – ah-mazing. When it comes to spin, 45 minutes is more than enough, this isn’t a causal road ride…we’ll push you past your limits and make sure you get the most of the 45 minute ride. What about strength class? We super-set everything with minimal rest time – let’s get it all in.

  4. Community & Accountability
    As you continue to come to our boutique studio, you will get to know the members and become a part of our B family. Together, we inspire each other to be the best we can be.

  5. Motivation
    You will always have an instructor explaining what to do, reminding you to keep going and encouraging you to push past your limits. We are here to support you and help you reach your goals.

So next time you find that you’ve hit a fitness or weight loss plateau, take a look at our class schedule and book yourself in for a quick and effective workout with us in Kelowna’s lower mission. Whether it’s cardio and spin you’re looking for, or a straight strength building class – we have got you covered!

The 21 Day Comeback Challenge

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THIS IS YOUR COMEBACK, BABY!
It’s Time To Step Things Up a Notch!

We’ve taken time off, we’ve rested, we’ve cooked, we’ve cleaned, we’ve de-cluttered (and de-cluttered again) and now we are READY to get back into shape. It can be so hard to stay motivated with your fitness goals when you’re stuck at home, and it’s also very easy to get lazy and to forget what it feels like to be fit, energetic and strong…remember what that felt like?

Our 21 Day Comeback Challenge is exactly what you need to back into the swing of things. We are hopeful to get the go-ahead for a partial re-open June 1, and have designed this challenge to prepare you to hit the ground running when you get back into B, or back to your normal fitness routine. Regardless of your current fitness level (or lack of), your time frame (some workouts are only 21 minutes) or your actual self motivation, this challenge is the perfect workout program for everyone!

The Comeback Challenge is simple:
1. Sign up and receive:
– a password to log into the challenge website
– the file to print your own “accountability board”
– a template to share your progress on social media

2. Each day, log into the website and complete the workout of the day (all workouts will remain on the site, so you can redo your favourites, or play catch up if you get busy!)

3. Check off your workout on your accountability tracker

4. Repeat for 21 days

The challenge is designed to start whenever you want…so, you didn’t “miss it” and it’s not “too late.” Now is the perfect time to get started!

The cost of the challenge is $37 and you can sign up here.

If you’re not interested in participating in the challenge, but are still looking for some inspiration, with a donation of your choice, you can have access to our online workout videos, including isolated exercise videos.

If you are a B member who has left their membership running to help support B throughout the last few months, your sign-up fee is waived; simply send us an email letting us know you’d like to participate and we will send you the password and challenge details. We appreciate your support <3

Let’s get this party started, we can’t wait to sweat with you again!

Last Chance To “B Our Family” For $89/Month

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So you’d like to really get into that “spin life” but aren’t sure how you can manage it? At B, we have the perfect solution for you, and it’s only available until the end of February…

That’s right, for the last time ever, we are releasing an unlimited number of spots to “B Our Family” with our unlimited monthly membership for only $89/month on a 12-month commitment.

With this amazing membership, you can truly experience what it’s like to be a part of the B Family:

  • Try taking a classic spin class and focus on improving your strength and cardio performance without any pumps, dips, or dances moves
  • Join the party on the bike with one of our Rhythm Rides and move to the beat of the music with pumps, dips, and tap backs
  • Experience one of our famous combination classes with 30 minutes of spin, followed by 30 minutes of strength training or 15 minutes of straight core work
  • Step out of your comfort zone and attempt a bootcamp, arms & abs class, or booty blast

The possibilities are endless with this all-inclusive membership; all you have to do is show up at the times that work best for you, and we will take care of the rest.

Watch your body transform, your mind shift and your overall attitude improve by being part of this amazing community.  

Questions? We’d love to hear them, simply send us a message!

Ready to go? Sign up while you still can, this offer will not be available after February 29, 2020.

Your Favourite Kelowna Spin Studio Celebrates Their First Year!

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We’re turning one and we could not think of a better way to celebrate than throwing a party with all of our favourite people.

Get ready to sweat, eat, drink, and laugh with the B Family. We’ll have snacks, games, contests and free classes all day. 

Make sure you come take advantage of the amazing special offers that will only be available in studio! 

We take our birthday seriously, so here’s the schedule:

Saturday, January 11th, 2020

7:30AM –  Doors Open

8:30AM – Classic Spin
Love the ride, but not all the hype? This classic spin focuses more on technique, drills and getting you moving, while providing a little bit more recovery time. It’s brighter, it’s (a little bit) quieter, but it’s still one heck of a ride.

10:00AM – RIDE + Core
Get your daily H.I.I.T. that’ll make you feel better than a lunch time cocktail. This power packed class is 30 minutes of a rhythm based spin class, followed by 15 minutes of a straight up, washboard ab-making core session.

10:45AM – 12:00PM – Mimosa Mingler
Not a class, just a good time. Hang out and have a post-spin mimosa while you get to know the B Family. 

3:30PM – Doors Open for Round Two
Come in and get your hair braided before spin by the girls from Total E’clips!

4:15PM – Beyonce VS Rihanna
This isn’t your average “spin class.” We ride to the beat of music, we pump, we dip, we turn down the lights, and you experience 45 minutes of high intensity bliss, followed by a rush of endorphins that will take you through the day.

5:00PM – 7:00PM – Happy Hour 
Again, not a class – just come join us for some laughs and sangria! 

All classes are free, so reserve your spot today! If you can’t make a class but still want to come, please let us know!  

Buff B Exclusive 6 Week Transformation Series

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Alright ladies and gentlemen, this is it. This is your fail proof program to reaching your fitness goals. This program is designed to be your guided, step by step plan to accomplishing your weight loss, muscle building, tightening & toning, and injury prevention goals. You will work closely with us to ensure you always know your next step and stay on track to accomplishing your fitness goal(s). Following the exercise schedule set out and eating the foods recommended WILL give you results – you just need to be ready to commit to doing what we say, for 6 weeks….can you do it?

Included in this program is:

  • Unlimited classes  (spin, strength, bootcamp, arms & abs, booty blast, spin + strength, spin + stretch)
  • 1 private consult to set goals and create the ideal workout schedule for you
  • 1 private personal training session/week with an optional body fat analysis
  • 1 semi-private 90 minute class/week with only Buff B members
  • 1 basic meal plan outline to follow for the duration of the program
    • Bi-weekly check-ins will occur in your private sessions to determine your progress and adjust your meals as needed
    • The basic meal plan will outline recommended meals, snacks, and contain recipes for some unique additions.
  • Take meal prep out of the equation and use your 10% discount with Kelowna’s new EatClean Healthy Grill, discount will be offered on all  meals you want added to your meal plan. *The price of food is not included in the program cost. 
  • A $15 discount on all additional personal training sessions added throughout the program at a rate of $60/hr.

We are starting this program the week of January 6th, ending the week of February 10th. Accommodations can be made if you need to start later or end earlier. Excuses = Gone. 

If you’re ready to make that change you’ve been thinking about or working towards without much progress this is for you. This is the ultimate new years resolution. 

The cost of this specialized Buff B program is $880 and payment can be made in four interest free installments of $220.  We are accepting a very limited number of people in this program so make sure you sign up right away!

Yesterday you said tomorrow. Stop making excuses and make a commitment and invest in yourself today.

 

SIGN UP NOW

Introducing the 8 Week BCycle Training Program

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This is what you’ve been waiting for, Kelowna!

Whether your just want to feel more comfortable and confident in spin class, or you’re training for a triathlon or Gran Fondo, the BCycle 8 Week Training Program is the perfect way to improve your cycling game, no matter what your current fitness level is.

The BCycle Training Program is a series of 8 spin classes for all fitness levels and is designed to accelerate your cycling ability and improve your overall performance on a bike; whether that’s indoors or outdoors.

In this 8 week registered program, each class will include a warm-up, the workout and a cool down.  The workout portion is executed in intervals that follow a progressive format and periodized structure.  The intervals are designed to help develop stronger cycling in specific zones as well as to help improve technique.  The instructor doesn’t ride for this class, her job is solely to be on the floor coaching you each and every step of the way!

The 8 week program runs on Wednesdays at 5:00PM on the following dates:
January 8, 15, 22,29
February 5, 19, 26
March 4

The instructor for this exciting cycling program is Robin Wallouch.

The class breakdown is as follows:

Class 1 (January 8th, 2020): This workout is designed to find your Functional Threshold Power (FTP) which is commonly defined as the highest average power you can sustain for one hour, measured on the bike in watts.  FTP will be used to determine your training zones for all sessions going forward.  Our first class will be a 12 minute warm-up and then a 5 minute all out effort which will serve as your basis for what you will do later in the 20 minute all out effort.  

Class 2 (January 15th, 2020) :  This session will focus on hard, short efforts followed by settling back into a constant effort.  

Class 3 (January 22nd, 2020): Will focus on anaerobic bursts, followed by sweet spot training.  “Sweet spot” refers to an intensity of training that is hard enough to elicit substantial physiological benefits, but not so hard as to be unsustainable.  It’s 85-95% of your average threshold power.  

Class 4 (January 29rd, 2020): Will focus on steady building from 75% -115% of your FTP.  

Class 5 (February 5th, 2020): Will focus on 30 second efforts with short recoveries to boost your VO2 power (just love your FTP).

Class 6 (February 19th, 2020):  The super peaks pyramid will focus on short intensity in the anaerobic capacity zone.  

Class 7 (February 26th, 2020):  Will focus on sprints. This session is designed to simulate the demands of a road race, in which you are sprinting to get away from a group.

Class 8 (March 4th, 2020): This session will be Time Trials. It will start with a 12 minute warm-up and then a 5 minute all out effort which will serve as your basis for what you will do in your 20 minute all out effort.  This class will allow you to see how much you’ve improved from the first session.  

 

The program cost is $240 per person and there are limited spots available so register as soon as you can to ensure your place in this exciting program.

If you have any questions, or if you’d like more information please don’t hesitate to ask!

Introducing the “B Friends Referral Program”

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We are thrilled to announce the rollout of our new B Friends Referral Program. With this referral program you, our lovely and loyal members will be given the opportunity to receive free classes or a discount on your monthly membership!

Here’s how it works; you retrieve your unique referral link by following these steps:

  1. Log into your account – B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio
  2. Click “My Account”
  3. Select “My Info”

Here you will see a section titled “Referrals” with an “invite a friend” link on the far right, send that link to your friends.

Once a friend creates a new account using the link you sent them, they will be registered as your referral. There are two different referral perks, dependent on which type of membership you have.

  1. If you have an unlimited membership

If your membership is:
The B Pass
B Committed
B Our Family

If your referral also signs up for one of the above memberships you will receive $10 off every month that your referral continues their membership.

ADDED PERK: If you are on the B Our Family pass, your referee is eligible to sign up for the B Our Family pass as well, even though it is no longer a public offering.  Friends supporting friends <3

This perk is virtually unlimited; if you pay $130/month for the B Pass, and 5 of your friends sign up for The B Pass as well, your next payments will be $80/month for as long as those friends continue with their unlimited membership.

  1. If you are using punch passes

Using your unique referral link – you will receive 5 FREE CLASSES, once your referee spends $250.   This is a one time reward (you will not be granted another 5 free classes when they reach $500, etc.) You can however, refer an unlimited number of new people, and receive 5 free classes from each of THEIR purchases. One referee = one chance to receive 5 free classes.

This is a new program, so while we truly appreciate any referrals you have already made, only new accounts created using the referral link will be eligible.

How to Own Your Fitness This Fall

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Making the shift from summer to fall can make sticking to your wellness schedule challenging. How do you overcome this challenge and start this new season strong? Setting clear expectations of what an ideal fall self care schedule looks like will help you avoid feeling overwhelmed down the road.

Here are some of our tips to help you stay focused and ready to own your fitness this fall:

PLAN AHEAD
We understand that life can be chaotic, but research has shown that booking your “Me Time” in advance helps you keep a better life balance because you feel less guilty taking that spin class, or going to that appointment if it’s been planned for weeks. So put it in your calendar (in pen!) and book your spin class or strength class FOR YOU.

RECRUIT A FRIEND
Accountability 101. Find a friend/spouse/child or anyone you can recruit to commit to working out with you, at least for 30 days. Creating a routine will make it easier, and having that person holding you accountable when happy hour is calling your name will help keep you in check, and on point.

Don’t have a friend like that? We’ll be your friend! Book in with a personal trainer here and you’ll be held accountable for your workouts, and you’ll gain a new fitness focused friend for the long haul!

MAKE A PLAN
As they say, “a goal without a plan is just a wish.” What is your goal? Lose 10lbs? Keep up with your kids? Fit into that outfit again? Or just have an easier time going up the stairs? Whatever your goal is, write that sh*t down and make it happen! We’re happy to help you come up with a plan that will help you accomplish that goal! Want to lose a few pounds and tone up? GREAT! Dependent on a lot of different factors, we would start with recommending 1 strength class a week, 1 spin class a week and 1 combination class. See, it’s not hard; but getting started is. Make that first step now.

MORE STRETCH – LESS STRESS
Top contributor to disease and weight gain? STRESS! Solution? RELAX! We know, easier said than done, but working out has been proven to reduce stress and improve overall well-being, so book that class (see a spin + stretch class? BOOK THAT) and sweat and stretch out your stress so that you will be a happier and more productive member of society.

You can handle this. 

A Different Kind Of Spin Class – A Different Kind Of Spin Bike

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What makes the spin classes at B so exceptional?! Well, how long do you have? We have so many reasons to tell you why our classes are amazing, BUT we’d like to keep this article short and highlight just three of our favourites:

  1. The class styles. Love the new age spin with push-ups, dips and tap backs in the dark? it HHit a RIDE class. Prefer to keep things simpler (equally as challenging) but don’t love riding to the beat of the music? Try our Classic Rides, designed to feel more like a road ride.
  2. The instructors! Did you know most of our instructors have YEARS of teaching experience? These motivators not only talk the talk, but they walk the walk. If you’re hitting a Classic Ride class, you better believe those ladies know how to road ride. Be prepared to learn, to grow and to be pushed.
  3. Last, but certainly not least, our BIKES! Why are our bikes so great? We thought we’d let the Johnny G Spirit Bike explain for itself:

    “The Johnny G Spirit Bike is the perfect innovation – with the past molded and forged into the future. Electronically-controlled magnetic resistance creates an opportunity to duplicate, replicate and differentiate your training sessions. Key performance metrics are accessible at all times on the high-visibility LED display. The cockpit-style console has been strategically crafted to transport you into an elevated state of performance through the integration of mind and body.

  • Electronically controlled magnetic resistance system with multiple adjustment touch points.
  • Belt drive system provides the feel of a road bike.
  • Solid steel construction and triple powder coated for durability.
  • Smart, Bluetooth® and ANT+™ enabled electronics.
  • Proprietary handlebar design for comfort and resistance buttons at your fingertips regardless of ride position.”

Why You Need Spin Class AND a Personal Trainer

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“If you always do what you‘ve always done, you‘ll always get what you‘ve always got.” ― Henry Ford. 

It’s really quite simple; if you are trying to change your weight, shape, agility, strength, or body fat %,  and what you’re currently doing isn’t working (even if it worked before), you need to make changes, and we’re guessing if you knew what those changes were you would already be doing them…so it is time for you to try working with one of our amazing personal trainers and learn what you need to know to reach your goals, prevent injury and stay motivated and accountable.

 

Did you know that a personal trainer is a great addition to your group fitness classes too? You bet they are! The spin classes at B are an amazing workout, but you don’t need someone holding your hand while your sweat out all your sins on the bike, do that in dark, with like minded members and THEN let us hold your hand as we address form, injury prevention, diet and goals privately while we work on the strength you need.

 

A personal trainer is so important for so many reasons, but here are the top 10 signs you’re ready for a personal trainer and it’s time you tried private personal training sessions:

 

  1. You’re ready to see results
  2. You don’t even know where to start
  3. You are bored with your “workouts”
  4. You are ready to be challenged to become a better version of yourself
  5. You’re ready for the knowledge you need to workout on your own when you want
  6. You need to be motivated, and held accountable
  7. You’re working through an injury to rehab
  8. You have a specific event, tournament, or sport final coming up
  9. You want hands on guidance to make sure you’re doing what is right for YOUR body – those Instagram ‘how to’ videos just aren’t cutting it.
  10. You don’t do well in groups at the gym. Privacy please.

 

If you can relate to any of these signs, then it’s time you came into B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio (maybe even hop in on that killer spin class you’ve been scared to try) and talked with one of our personal trainers about getting started – and take advantage of a discounted rate of $70/session when you purchase ten sessions.