If you want to be happy, just B. Spin & Strength Classes In Kelowna.

Spin + Strength Classes Currently At B

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As times change, we are forced to adapt and while this can be scary and off-putting at times we at B are excited and proud to continue to offer our members an amazing variety of fun fitness classes to help them reach their goals! Our studio is a safe sanctuary for you to sweat, laugh and maybe even cry in. With extra sanitation protocols in place, you can come to B with one thing on your mind – getting the best workout you can! Let us worry about covid for you, if only for the 45 minutes.

Currently, we are offering the following fitness classes at our studio in Kelowna’s lower mission.

Rhythm RIDE:  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, pumps/dips, drills, sprints, and a ride that will leave you with a rush of endorphins that will take you through the day.

Classic Spin: Love to ride, but not all the hype? Think of the our Classic Spin as a road ride; focusing more on technique, road style training 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. 

Spin + Core:  Name a better combo…we’ll wait. This class has everything you want/need in a 30 minute rhythm based class, followed by 15 minutes of core work on the mat. Guaranteed you’ll walk out feelin’ like a boss.

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.

Arms & Abs: All things upper body. Toned arms, back and shoulders, not to mention core exercises that are destined to build rock solid abs. Yes.Please.

Booty Blast: Need we say more? You’ll have legs for days (not to mention a butt worth taking a second look at) after this class! Off the bike and into the strength room we go for this leg day.

 

It’s time to let go of whatever has been holding you back. Today is the day.

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!

Spin Bike Set Up 101

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We’ll admit, spin bikes aren’t the MOST comfortable things in the world to sit on…especially when you’re just starting out or getting back into the spin life.  However, a proper bike set-up will make the experience a little more enjoyable! With the increased awareness of health and safety in mind, we are encouraging all B riders to read through the bike set-up details below to gain a proper understanding of  how to set up your bike. This allows our staff to keep a safe distance from you, as well as reducing any additional contact on the bike.

Step One: Find Your Bike

In order to continue spin classes, we have had to move our spin bikes around to allow proper social distancing. Take a look at the bottom right corner of the bike to see the bike number, and if you don’t remember which bike number you’ve booked simply ask our front desk staff and they will remind you.  

 Step Two: Where to Start 

Adjust the seat, then the handlebars.

Step Three: Hip Don’t Lie

As a starting point, the seat should be about hip height. Stand right next to the saddle and place your hand on your high hip bone and then lift your knee closest to the bike up to hip height to get an idea of what height the saddle should be. Take a look at the height number so you can set up more easily next time.

  1. Take A Seat

Clip your shoes in by aligning the cleat to the clip and press through until you hear a ‘click’.  Next, pedal through so you are in the bottom of the pedal stroke – You want a relatively full extension of the leg with a slight, soft bend at the knee. If you hyper-extend the knee  or feel as though you are reaching for the pedals, you need to lower the seat. If the knee is too bent and you are not getting a full extension, you will need to lift the seat higher.

  1. Find Your Power Position

The saddle slides back and forth and you will select its proper position by looking at the angle of your knees and where they fall over the pedals. You want your knees to be over the ball of your foot. Start with the saddle in a neutral position (a good starting point is placing your elbow to the end of the saddle and allowing your fingertips to just touch the handlebars).  Then, get your body into riding position (hips back, neutral –  not rounded or hyper-extended) and bring one pedal directly in front of the other so that the cranks of the bike are even with each other.

With your feet parallel check to see where the knee is sitting in relation to your foot. If the knee goes too far forward over the toes, slide the seat back. If the knee falls over or behind the ankle, slide forward.

  1. Raise The Bar

Handlebar height is more of a rider preference. An avid outdoor cyclist may prefer the handlebars quite low, while indoor riders are often more comfortable with the handlebars at seat height or higher. If you have back issues, it’s recommended that the handlebars be up a little higher. Our Johnny G Spin bikes are designed to feel like a road bike, so the handlebar height doesn’t go extremely high. Again, take a look at the number when raising the handlebars, it will say ‘max’ when they cannot be raised anymore.

  1. Final Check Before Go Time

Make sure all the knobs are tightened and your seat and handlebars aren’t loose or wobbly at all. Take note that the handlebars also slide back and forth – If you feel like you need a slight adjustment,  start at a neutral position and see if you can comfortably grip handlebars without reaching for them while keeping shoulders drawn back away from the ears and maintaining a soft bend at elbows. Always have a light grip on the handlebars and let the legs bear the body weight. Check that your knees don’t hit or come uncomfortably close to the handlebars as well, check your positioning for both seated and standing positions.

  1. We’re Here To Help

    While we work to maintain proper social distancing, our staff is still available to come and help you get set up. If you are uncomfortable with bike adjustments from staff, we can guide you from a safe distance to ensure you get the proper bike set up.

 

See you soon, Kelowna!

Kelowna Residents Eligible For “Family Rate” At Local Spin Studio

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Unlimited spin and strength classes for $89 ends this month

February 10, 2020 – Kelowna, BC – B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio announced today, that they have opened up their “B Our Family” rate for the month of February to all local Kelowna residents. This rate of $89/month entitles the member to unlimited spin, strength and bootcamp classes at the trendy, lower mission studio.

“We have offered this package for short durations in the past, but with only a limited number of spots,” explains the studio’s owner, Britney B, “we won’t be offering this package again after February, so we have decided to open it up to all local Kelowna residents until the end of the month.” The package allows members to commit to 12 months of unlimited spin and strength classes for only $89 per month. Britney continues that “you are essentially making great use of it even if you only come 5-6 times a month!” This particular membership can be put on hold once per year, for a minimum of a month – perfect for those snowbirds or for those who like to spend the summer exercising outdoors.

“It really holds me accountable to working out at least twice a week,” adds a current B member, “I know that I have unlimited classes, so I want to make good use of it.” With over 30 classes per week, the lower mission studio makes it easy to improve your cardio, build strength and lose weight in an inclusive community of welcoming members.

The classes at B differ from other spin studios in Kelowna as they offer two styles of spin classes;  rhythm based classes that go to the beat of the music, as well as road ride focused classes, called “Classic Spin” where there is no rhythm or experience required to keep up with the class that is designed around a road ride. Additionally, their strength classes have a maximum class size of 12 people, so members always get the attention they need; allowing them to see results, while avoiding injury caused by incorrect form or technique.

About B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio
B is built on the philosophy, “If you want to Be Happy, Just Be.”

Creating a positive, encouraging, and motivating fitness experience, B offers 45-minute indoor cycling and strength classes that feature high-intensity cardio, muscle-sculpting strength training, and rhythm-fueled movements for men and women alike. It’s so much more than your standard workout – with unique play-lists and sequences designed to the beats, or to the road (no rhythm required on your part), we ride & work together, as a pack, and no matter where you are on your fitness journey, nobody is left behind. We are designed to be your everything when it comes to your fitness goals; equal parts strength and cardio, you are on the path to success when you join the B family. We’re fueled by motivating instructors, who coach us, encourage us, support us, and push us to be our absolute best, one day at a time.

We sweat, build, smile, and recover, together.

www.bcycleandstrength.com
enjoytheride@bcycleandstrength.com
778.478.1129

 

Kelowna Spin & Strength Studio Celebrates One Year!

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Offering free spin classes and exclusive in studio offers

Kelowna, BC (January 8, 2020)- Today, Britney B, the owner of B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio announced the locally owned studio will be celebrating their first anniversary, on Saturday, January 11th, 2020. “It has been one year since we opened our doors and started offering  spin classes, strength classes, boot camps, and personal training in the Lower Mission,” announces B, “we are so excited to be celebrating this milestone, and are offering in studio special offers, three free spin classes and an open house party on January 11th , 2020.”

“We have been fortunate enough to have been welcomed into this amazing community with open arms, and are so grateful to be celebrating one year in business with the people of Kelowna!” explains B, “we opened B with the intent to create an inclusive fitness community where members of all ages and fitness levels can feel comfortable working out. We offer several different styles of spin classes, various strength training classes, and high intensity bootcamps; our members range from the elderly trying improve their bone density, to athletes training for their next triathlon, and that’s the magic of B – we adapt our classes to challenge everyone, and give each person the attention they need to walk out of our doors feeling successful.” The studio has been receiving exceptional feedback from the community and looks forward to continuing to grow over their next year.

The anniversary celebration is open to the public and will take place at the studio located at 648 Cook Rd, in the Playa Del Sol Resort.

To register for a free spin class, participants must create an account online and book themselves in. The studio will remain open with snacks, drinks and staff available to answer any questions from 7:30AM – 1:00PM and 3:30PM – 7:30PM – attendance of class is not necessary to attend the party.

The schedule of events for Saturday, January 11th are as follows:

7:30 AM – DOORS OPEN

8:30 AM – 9:15 AM – Classic Spin

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM – Spin + Core

10:45 AM – 12:00 PM – Mimosa Mingler

3:30 PM – DOORS OPEN (Party is just getting started)

4:15 PM – 5:00 PM – Beyonce VS Rihanna Team Teach   

Please feel free to contact B Indoor Cycle & Strength studio if you have any questions or would like more information about the class schedule, pricing, or personal training options.

About B Indoor Cycle & Strength Studio
B is built on the philosophy, “If you want to Be Happy, Just Be.”

Creating a positive, encouraging, and motivating fitness experience, B offers 45-minute indoor cycling and strength classes that feature high-intensity cardio, muscle-sculpting strength training, and rhythm-fueled movements for men and women alike. It’s so much more than your standard workout – with unique play-lists and sequences designed to the beats, or to the road (no rhythm required on your part), we ride & work together, as a pack, and no matter where you are on your fitness journey, nobody is left behind. We are designed to be your everything when it comes to your fitness goals; equal parts strength and cardio, you are on the path to success when you join the B family. We’re fueled by motivating instructors, who coach us, encourage us, support us, and push us to be our absolute best, one day at a time.

We sweat, build, smile, and recover, together.

www.bcycleandstrength.com
enjoytheride@bcycleandstrength.com
778.478.1129

 

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!  

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. 

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!

FIT FIFTEEN – 30 Day Spin + Strength Challenge

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15 spin classes. 15 strength classes. 30 days.

This is our no BS take on a 30 day challenge. Why 15 of each? We love spin (obviously) but it is simply not ALL you need to stay in shape; this is especially true if you have weight loss or toning in mind. The FIT FIFTEEN is designed to push you out of your comfort zone, to allow your body to transform, your mind to reset and your life to take a turn for the better.

With these 30 classes in one month (May 1 – June 1) you will be ready for summer. And we mean READY! Whether that’s going for those long beautiful hikes, partaking in a European road ride, spending your time doing water sports on the lake, or just rosé all day-ing on the patio. Your body will be where you want it to be, and we can’t wait to help get you there!

Interested?
Here’s what’s involved:
• 15 spin classes (any style class counts!)
• 15 strength classes (includes: straight strength, bootcamp, arms & abs, booty blast and personal training)
• 1 free personal training session (to use towards a strength class OR for days when you just can’t get our schedule to work for you.)
• Weekly weigh in with body fat analysis (optional)
• Fun surprises along the way (think theme rides, 90 minute ride, and giveaways!)
• Everyone who completes the challenge will have 2 free classes added to their account and be entered into the draw for a three month unlimited membership. But if we’re being honest, if you complete this you’re already a winner.

Cost: $175* PURCHASE HERE

*All current memberships can be frozen for the duration of the challenge.

Once registered, participants will receive an email before May 1st explaining the challenge and process in more detail.

LET’S GET OUR SWEAT ON KELOWNA.