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Kelowna is Home To Canada’s Only Johnny G Spin Studio

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Local Kelowna spin studio leads the industry in indoor cycling with innovative new bike

Kelowna, BC, October 29, 2019 – The iconic founder of indoor cycling, Johnny G carries his legacy in a locally owned and operated indoor cycle and strength studio in Kelowna, BC with his new bike, the Johnny G Spirit Bike. B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio announced today that they are the only studio in Canada to house the industry leading indoor cycling bikes created by Johnny G himself.

“I’ve been teaching in the industry for over 20 years, and I have never ridden a bike as smooth, and responsive as the Johnny G Spirit Bike that we have at B” states the manager of Lower Missions B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio, Cindy Klann. “ from the electronic shifting to the digital display of watts, rpm’s and gear, you really feel like you’re on a quality road bike” she adds.  

“We’re excited to launch into the Canadian spin studio market and honoured that B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio has selected the Johnny G Spirit bike in their beautiful new studio. The innovative and unique class structure concept they offer combined with my new state of the art bike is definitely going to change the spin game in Kelowna and undoubtedly in Canada as well”  explains Johnny G, the founder of indoor cycling and the revolutionary behind the innovative new bike.

While the capability of the Johnny G Spirit Bike is designed to appease even the most serious road riders, the experienced instructors at B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio work with all fitness levels to leverage the functionality of the bikes to help each rider progress on their own journey; allowing each ride to be different for every person. In addition to each rider being given the guidance to control their own ride, the studio also has a very unique approach in their class schedule; offering classic ride classes which are thoroughly designed around a road ride, as well as RIDE classes which are a rhythm based class that incorporates upper body pumps and dips as riders move to the beat of the music.

“B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio has created the perfect environment to launch this new bike, innovative and unique, classic yet comfortable with the adaptability to suit any fitness level. We are excited to watch this studio take Kelowna by storm” concludes Johnny G.

For more information on B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio or the Johnny G Spirit Bike contact us.

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.”

Introducing the BCycle 6 Week Training Program

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The BCycle Training Program is a spin class for all fitness levels and is designed to accelerate your cycling ability and help you achieve your goals; whether it’s to improve on a Gran Fondo, tackle a charity ride, ride with more experience or simply increase your personal fitness level and cycle knowledge.

In this 6 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.  Robin 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 6 week program runs on Wednesdays at 5:00PM from September 11, 2019 – October 16, 2019 with the fabulous Robin Wallouch.

The breakdown of each class is as follows:

Session 1 (September 11): This workout is designed to find your FTP (Functional Threshold Power) which is commonly defined as the highest average power you can sustain for one hour, measured in watts.  FTP will be used to determine your training zones for all of our sessions going forward and will allow you to measure your improvements over the course of 6 weeks. Our first class will be a 12 minute warm-up and then a 5 minute all out effort which will serve as you bases for what you will do in the 20 minute all out effort.  

Session 2 (September 18):  This session will focus on hard short efforts followed by settling back into a constant effort.  

Session 3 (September 25): 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 that as to be unsustainable.  It’s 85-95% of your average threshold power.  

Session 4 (October 2): Will focus on steady building from 75% -115% of your FTP.  

Session 5 (October 9): Will focus on 30 second efforts with short recoveries to boost your VO2 power (just love your FTP)

Session 6 (October 16) :  The super peaks pyramid will focus on short intensity in the anaerobic capacity zone.  This will most likely be the toughest of the 6 sessions.  

The program cost is $180 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!

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.

 

Unlimited Spin Classes, Strength Training and Bootcamps in Kelowna This Summer!

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We believe in balance. We love working out. We also love wine. We live in Kelowna and we are here to have our cake and eat it too.

We understand that summers in Kelowna are, well, a really good time! There are so many fun activities to get involved in; wakeboarding, boating, hiking, golfing to name a few, and not to mention all of wine tours and day excursions you’ll be taking your visitors on! So when do we expect you to get good use out of your gym membership? Good question! As often as you can, because unlimited is the new punch pass.

We are excited to announce our Endless Summer membership! This limited time membership is $300 for unlimited access throughout all of June, July, and August! That means, if you can make it to 2 classes a week, you are saving money by using the unlimited pass. And history tells us, if you get an unlimited pass, you want to make it worth it, so you’ll come more often than normal.

To further entice you, in addition to our fun and challenging spin classes and bootcamps, we have also added some combo classes to our schedule this summer! These are a 30 minute spin class combined with a 30 minute strength training class or a 30 minute booty blast workout! In and out within an hour, with plenty of time to enjoy the sunshine!

So imagine that, a summer full of fun while improving your health, your body, and your mind. That sounds like a no-brainer to us, Kelowna! So come on down to visit us in the Lower Mission in the Playa Del Sol Resort, across the street from The Eldorado and Mateo Resort! 

Kelowna’s Most Affordable Spin + Strength Workout Plan

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We know, we know, when you come into a boutique fitness studio the last thing that comes to mind is, “oh wow, this is going to be so affordable.” However, what we DO want you to think is, “I need to be a part of this community.” Whether this is your first go at working out, or you’re training for a triathlon, or just want to rock those summer outfits, at B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio our job is to make you happy! We want you to feel comfortable, physically, mentally and even financially. While we would love to offer everyone free spin classes, that’s obviously not something we can offer (sorry!) however, we do have such a large variety of different class packs and options, that attending spin, strength, and bootcamps is something that can fit into most budgets, if you’re willing to commit to your health and fitness.
Let’s look at it this way…. Our B Pass Unlimited is $130/month. That includes full unlimited access to:
• Spin classes
• Strength Classes
• Bootcamps
• Arms & Abs
• Booty Blast
The variety of classes, means you don’t really need to pay for memberships at various places. Why pay for a gym membership if you’re going to go walk on the treadmill for 15 minutes when you can get a full small group training guided session?!
Let’s break down the cost per class
3 Workouts Per Week = $10.80/class
4 Workouts Per Week = $8.13/class
5 Workouts Per Week = $6.50/class

We know you hate hearing, “That’s the price of your latte!” but really, it is. And while we love coffee, looking in the mirror and loving your results is even better than that sweet brew, or that one dinner out a week, with that extra glass of wine… There will always be excuses and reasons to skip your workout, but at the end of the day, they are just that – excuses. Hold yourself accountable, commit to your health, and give yourself the fun, professional and structured training you deserve.

Change Is Scary. Introducing A Trial Offer For Spin Classes + Strength Classes

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Before you try something new, there’s always a little bit of fear, nervousness maybe; an uncertainty of the unknown. We get that, change is hard. Whether it’s changing something small or large, it’s a tough process to finally get where you want to be. You think about the change, you may even decide that you truly WANT the change, but it can still take weeks, even months before you go ahead and make your move. What happens after you make that move? Almost every time you say, “I wish I did that sooner!” Don’t you? We knew it.

Let’s make a decision together, right now, to make the next change in your life today! Assuming your change is fitness related, because you’re reading our blog, we can help you make that next move. How? Well, we are currently offering an unlimited trial offer for all new members – get unlimited access to all spin classes, all strength classes, and all bootcamps for an entire month, for $79! That’s over 30 classes every single week that you could join! Talk about getting a kick start on your summer fitness goals.

If you’re in need of some extra motivation, professional guidance. and for someone to hold you accountable then you may be looking for a personal trainer. You’re in luck, we have some amazing trainers in our line up; they are dedicated to helping you accomplish your fitness goals and ensuring you stay consistent with your workout regime!

Come in for a visit today. But first, create your account online so we know you’re coming (accountability – level 1), and then get ready to improve your life, one class at a time!

Why You Should Try Taking A Spin Class

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We’re all looking to better ourselves in one way or another. Oftentimes we are trying to improve our health by committing to a regular workout routine; we join a gym, download an app, or sign up for some classes at the local spin or yoga studio. The truth is, a lot of people aren’t sure what the best fitness option for them is, and find themselves plateauing or even worse, giving up completely. We’re here to tell you that’s okay! You don’t have to love every form of exercise that Kelowna has to offer. What we do want you to do however, is give them a try! You may hate the idea of attending a spin class, bootcamp or lifting weights, but after a few classes you might find yourself actually enjoying the workout, and loving the results – but if you don’t try, you’ll never know!  

We might be biased, but we want to tell you why we think spin is such a great workout for everybody, and encourage you to try a class or two to see if it’s something that will work for you!

  1. You Are Not Alone.
    At B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio, we have community of people all working towards their unique goal, and all of us are doing it together. We ride together, we sweat together, we grow together. Sit in the back, keep to yourself if you want, but the sense of community you’ll belong to will always be there.
  2. It’s Quick & Convenient.
    You might need to ride for hours outside to get a good workout in, but with our Johnny G Spirit Bikes and motivating instructors, our 45 minute spin classes will fly by. The music is loud, the lights are low, the instructors are full of motivation, and the only thing you need to do, is move your legs and adjust the tension and pace when you’re told. No planning, no prep, no thinking – just get on, and ride. We handle the rest.
  3. It’s Not Just Cardio.
    We have a lot of people (*cough*men*cough*) that avoid spin classes because they don’t want to attend a cardio class. While you certainly improve your cardiovascular health, and burn a ton of calories, you are also putting in a LOT of work in building those leg, calf, and core muscles. If you think it’s just a cardio class, just wait and see how sore your legs are after a good class; you’ll be pleasantly surprised!
  4. It’s A Great Low Impact Activity.
    Knee issues are so common today that a lot of people who were once very active and athletic find themselves unable to participate in their normal activities without pain. Another reason to come in for a spin class! Your knees, hips and ankles don’t take the usual impact they would in a lot of other activities. Your joints are kept in check throughout the class and you can (literally) walk away without pain. To top it off, if you are coming back from an injury, spin is one of the best ways to build back strength and muscle without putting too much pressure on the injury.
  5. It’s Fun!
     Again, we might be biased, but if you haven’t been to one of our classes then you don’t know, it is so much fun. With the music blaring, your body moving, the lights changing and the instructor calling out drills and motivation, it’s not hard to forget that you’re in an intensive workout class. Your sweat may remind you, but we promise you’ll leave with a smile!

Kelowna’s Newest Spin Studio Offers Six Different Class Types

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When it comes to working out in Kelowna, we know you have a lot of options; there are spin studios, bootcamp facilities, fitness classes at the gym, and at home training programs, so what’s a fitness goer to do? Well, at B, we have taken the “work” out of planning your workout. We offer a wide variety of spin and strength training classes that will hit every muscle in your body, every day. With one membership you can improve your cardio, decrease your fat, and build lean muscle, and we almost forgot to mention, you’ll have fun while you’re doing it! We don’t believe fitness is “one size fits all” so we offer a variety of classes to ensure there is something for everyone. 

Here’s a breakdown of the six fitness classes we are offering at our new studio in the lower mission:

RIDE: Our signature class. This isn’t your average “spin class.” We ride to the music, we turn down the lights, and you experience 45 minutes of high intensity bliss, drills, sprints, and a ride that will leave you with a rush of endorphins that will take you through the day.

Classic Ride: Love the ride, but not all the hype? Think of this classic ride as more of a road ride that 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 hell of a ride.

Rise N’ Ride: Wake up in the morning feelin’ like P-Diddy – there’s no better way to start your day than this high-energy class packed full of intervals, hills, races, and rhythm riding to the latest and greatest beats. This class will spike your heart rate, get your muscles fired up, your metabolism revving and make sure you start your day with a smile! We promise it’s better than brushing your teeth with a bottle of jack. Extra motivation included, because, mornings. 

Lunch RIDE – The slightly less excessive sister of our standard RIDE class. Five minutes shorter, at noon, so you can get your sweat on and sneak in a lunch before you get back to the grind.

Bootcamp – This class has got it all. Muscle sculpting exercises designed to get every muscle firing, executed in a H.I.I.T. style class that keeps your heart rate up, and your body firing on all cylinders.

Straight Strength – Skip the cardio. This class is dedicated to building strength, toning the body and developing muscle in all the right areas. No cardio required.