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CREATING THE PLAYLIST
• Incorporating music in a workout requires extra planning time for the instructor
• Music selection is not as simple as queuing up a series of fast, high-energy songs; consider
the emotions and associations that different songs may evoke
• Listen to a variety of songs. Choose enough songs to cover the desired class duration
• Choose from various music genres to appeal to different audiences
• Decide which song goes best with various segments of a ride. For example, a song with a slower,
heavier beat may be perfect for an intense climb.
• After determining how the song would best fit into the workout (e.g., fast flats, light climb, moderate
decline) choose an imaginary terrain or drill to accompany the song
• There are various music editing programs that can help with the design of the session
PURCHASING MUSIC
• The Internet provides indoor cycling instructors with tools for searching and finding music
• Maintaining industry professionalism means respecting copyright regulations
• There are a number of music companies that make music specifically for indoor cycling or permit
instructors to download music legally
USING A MICROPHONE
Teaching with a microphone is an added instructional bonus. Not only will riders be able to hear the
instructor’s voice over the music, it makes the instructor’s job easier. Here are a few tips on correct
microphone use:
• Check if the system works before the class begins
• Avoid placing the microphone directly at the mouth — move it away for a less muffled sound
• Never yell into a microphone
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The microphone is meant to amplify a speaking voice. Turn up the microphone volume and lower
your voice.
• Check that there is a good balance between music and mic volume; neither one should drown
out the other
PSYCHOLOGY
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