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

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!

We Like Our Beats Up High & Our Squats Down Low

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Join us this November for our SQUAT CHALLENGE!

We’ll keep this short, this is how it works:

  • You must do 100 squats, every day for 30 days
  • Challenge starts October 30th and ends November 30th
  • Share and post using #LetsGet100B
  • Take a before and after picture (you don’t need to share it, but you might want to 😉)
  • Everyone who completes the challenge and posts a before/after picture using #LetsGet100B will be entered to win a 1 month free membership and an AminoCuts BCAA mix.

Rules:

  • You do not need to do 100 at one time. You can do them in as many sets as you like
  • You do not need to come into the studio to them. Do them at home, work, the airplane, etc.
  • Write your name on our accountability board and put a check every day that you complete your 100 squats
  • Squats done in any of the classes count
  • Feel free to get some squats in before or after your favourite spin class 
  • Smile, and have fun

If you think you’ve got what it takes to complete this challenge then we want you on board! Simply come into the studio and sign your name on our board and you’re in!

We’re excited for this fun challenge, we hope you are too!

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!

The Fit Fifteen 30 Day Challenge Is Back!

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15 spin classes. 15 strength classes. 30 days.

It’s baaaaaaack!!

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. 15 spin classes to hype up your cardio and endurance and 15 strength classes to improve your muscle tone and strength. Win.Win.

With these 30 classes in one month (September 15th – October 15th) you will be ready to get back into shape after summer (and before the holiday season 😉) 

This challenge is the perfect way to create a healthy lifestyle leading into the cooler, less active months. Making an effort to come for a workout everyday for a month will show your body and mind, exactly what it’s capable of when it’s treated right!

So let’s set that goal –

Do you want to lose weight?
Do you want to gain muscle?
Do you want to see some tone and definition?
Do you want to have more energy?

Whatever your goal is, this challenge is a HUUGE step in the right direction.

 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 ($75 value) 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, free 90 minute feature class, 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. 

 

Cost: $175* PURCHASE HERE

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

Once registered, participants will receive an email before September 15th explaining the challenge and process in more detail.

IT’S TIME TO PUT IN WORK! 

 

Ps. It’s going to be really fun.

 

 

LIMITED SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE. Book in now to reserve your spot! 

Create Balance This Summer – Spin + Strength + Patio Time

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 We are lucky to live in one of the most beautiful places in the world – Kelowna! We are spoiled with all of the best wineries, lakes and trails just in our backyard, but it can often be difficult to fit everything in, AND stay committed to your health and fitness routine, right? We understand. That’s why our spin classes, strength classes and bootcamps are just 45 minutes long; you’re in and out within the hour, giving you more time to live your best life in the beautiful Okanagan.

So what’s the easiest way to create that perfect balance? We recommend using the following tips to help you plan your days:

 

  1. Keep a Routine: It’s easy to get out of your routine in the summer months! With company in town, more events and activities than you’re used to means your “normal” suffers. But, if you want that spin class on your schedule – book it in! Even if you only come twice a week, book yourself in and work your day around it. If you attend the 9:15AM spin class every Tuesday and Thursday it becomes less daunting than trying to fit it in between all of your other plans.
  2. Consistency is Key. While it’s fun to take time off, the summer often makes us guilty of overindulging, which means we need to keep up with our fitness more than ever. Have fun, but try and keep your exercise routine somewhat consistent amongst your chaotic summer plans.
  3. Make it a Group Activity. The only thing better than sweating out all of your summer sins in a killer spin class or bootcamp, is to bring a friend in with you! Misery loves company, right? All jokes aside, we find a lot of out of town visitors really do appreciate a fun and healthy morning activity once in a while! Your mimosa will still be waiting for you when you’re done.
  4. Workout Smarter. You know the “basic gym workout” where if you’re like most people, your efficiency is mediocre, at best, and your intensity is anything but stellar. But you are THERE, working out so it counts for something. And you’re not wrong, it is certainly better than nothing, but we encourage you to try and workout smarter this summer. Join us for a 45 minute spin class, bootcamp or strength training class and maximize your time. Looking for a little bit more? You could also try out one of our combo classes; that is a 30 minutes spin class followed by 30 minutes of strength training. One power hour workout.

Once you’re done your workout at B, you’re also just a few steps away from the Eldorado and Smack Dab… your patio time awaits!We hope you all have an absolutely amazing Kelowna summer and we hope to see you in class soon!

 

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.

What’s Your Spin Style?

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When it comes to “spin classes” people seem to either love them or hate them. But what makes that difference? It is the workout? Is it the type of music? Or the volume of the music? Or the style of the drills? Everyone has a preference when it comes to how they like to workout, and that’s why we believe in offering several different styles of spin class. We know what you’re thinking, “spin is spin.” We beg to differ…

Our Classic Ride spin classes are designed for road riders. Don’t do it on the road? You won’t do it in this class. Pumps, dips, and a dance party on a bike – not here. This class focuses on time, gears, distance, cadence, and watts – our electronic consoles make it easy to track your ride and apply your training to the road. The music is motivating, but not over the top, and the lights are low, but it’s never pitch black.

Our RIDE spin class is equally as challenging as the Classic Rides, but this is the dance party on a bike – we pump, we dip, we slide, and we pedal to the beat of the music. The studio is mostly dark, with the music turned all the way up! If you don’t love cycling, but love the benefits of the workout, you’ll enjoy this class. Even if you do love cycling, but want something with a little extra spice, this class is for you.

Our Rise N Ride spin classes are a combination of both, how is that you ask? They are full of motivation and inspiration, while combining the best of both worlds with some rhythm based songs to ride to, as well as some drill focused songs. The lights are low and the music is everything and anything to pick you up for the day!

If you have any questions about any of our spin classes, or if you’d like some more information please don’t hesitate to ask. We’d love to hear from you!