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Absolute evolution
Ben Karoonkornsakul has spent more than 20 years shaping Southeast Asia’s boutique fitness scene. Now, as the market crowds in behind her, she’s preparing the next wave: new brands, partnerships, programmes and an urban wellness club
A credibility issue
As social media rewards spectacle over substance, indoor cycling is drifting away from the principles that make it safe, effective and inclusive. Melissa Power outlines the issue – and what needs to change
From Universe to UNI10
Since 1995, Børge Neessen has helped shape fitness culture in the Danish city of Kolding. Now he and his wife Hanne are cementing their legacy with a new club brand, UNI10. He speaks to Kate Cracknell
Getting recovery right
Recovery is one of the fitness sector’s hottest buzzwords right now – but how do gyms and studios shift gear from talking the talk to walking the walk? We ask our expert panel
Built on belonging
At H2L Studio, community isn’t manufactured. It’s lived, shared and woven into everyday local life. Studio manager Courtney Farinelli speaks to Kate Cracknell
CHAIN reaction
Could cycle studios be the new physiotherapy clinics? For hip osteoarthritis, they might just be. Kate Cracknell reports on the findings of an exciting new study
Raising the Bar
CycleBar Culver City is one of only a few cycle studios globally to receive a five-star rating from The Fit Guide. Owner Steph Sklar-Mulcahy shares her secrets in this excellent new podcast
Extraordinary Brands
Following its recent acquisition of CycleBar and Rumble, Extraordinary Brands is slowing the brands down to speed them up, say COO Katy Richardson and CycleBar brand president Lori Klein. They speak to Kate Cracknell
What’s your personal brand?
As soon as you become a fitness coach, you should be thinking about your personal brand, says Alicia Portelli. She tells RIDE HIGH why – and how it’s done.
Training talent not labels
What does best practice instructor training look like for neurodiverse individuals? The same as it does for everyone else, say our experts. Kate Cracknell reports.
Riding into Helsinki
TRIB3 Finland has opened a second studio that offers indoor cycling and reformer pilates – and where the ideal member comes just once a week. Co-founder Sami Hurme speaks to Kate Cracknell
More than a logo
A strong brand is your differentiator in the market, but how do you create one? Raphael Marinho, founder of fitness branding agency Creative Fit, shares his advice
The ABC of studio excellence, by XYZ
As we continue our Fit Guide series, we dive deeper into the fantastic new podcast that explores the secrets of the world’s top studios. Our journey this time takes us to Hong Kong – and to XYZ.
Lise Kuecker
Indoor cycling can flourish if we stop rehashing old ideas, says the founder of Studio Grow, as she shares new thinking and learnings from around the world
Reframing neurodiversity
How can we better cater for neurodivergent individuals? By lowering the barriers but raising the bar, says Greg Austin, co-founder of Inclusive Fitness
Innovate for success
With the right innovation, your indoor cycling studio can be the most profitable space in your club, say Phillip and Jackie Mills
Breaking the rules of diabetes
Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 11, Lauren Plunkett refused to merely survive. In the decades since, she has challenged the norms of nutrition and exercise to actively thrive.
Rethink your playlist
Used correctly, music can reduce perceived exertion in indoor cycling, boost performance and even promote exercise adherence, says Professor Costas Karageorghis
Live life to the VO2 max
Increasing VO2 max – the measure of our cardiorespiratory fitness – is the single best predictor of life expectancy. Oli Patrick tells Kate Cracknell how it works.
GymNation
Blending boutique concepts into an affordable gym model and with plans for 20 new clubs a year, GymNation is eyeing #1 status in the Middle East within three to five years. Kate Cracknell reports
Ride the Storm
In a new series for RIDE HIGH, we’ve teamed up with The Fit Guide podcast to uncover the secrets of the world’s best indoor cycling studios. First up, Dubai’s Storm Cycling!
Emma Masters
At Therapy Fitness in Queensland, Australia, mental health sits at the heart of the concept and positive ‘therapy’ is woven throughout. Its co-founder speaks to Kate Cracknell.
Jack Thomas
Global research from The Fit Guide reveals the good, the acceptable and the must-do-better of indoor cycling studios. So what are the biggest things studios can do differently? The Fit Guide co-founder shares his insights with Kate Cracknell
Set your riders up for success
In indoor cycling, bike set-up can make the difference between a good ride and a great ride. Download this free poster for your studio, with its QR code to launch our expert set-up video.
Bike4clubs
In Denmark, sponsored cycling events are a popular way to raise funds to keep smaller sports clubs alive. Bike4clubs takes it up another gear, say founders Jesper Sørensen and Hans Klarsø
The perfect set-up
Correct bike set-up is the foundation of a great indoor cycling workout – so you’d be surprised how many people get it wrong. Our resident expert Lee Smith explains how it’s done.
The Year of the Dragon
SC Fitness has refurbished its Solinca-branded club at Dragão Stadium, home to football team FC Porto. Daniel Vieira, head of sales & operations at Solinca, speaks to RIDE HIGH.
Exercise: The secret ingredient in medicated weight loss
How does exercise dovetail with medicated obesity treatment – and can it improve results? Behavioural scientist Dr Lou Atkinson shares her advice for clubs seeking to support those on weight-loss drugs
Melissa Power
TikTok, Instagram and the cult of the superstar instructor have been bad news for indoor cycling, says the founder of MPowered and Cadence. She tells Kate Cracknell why she’s leading a movement to fight back.
Bumps on bikes
What are the benefits and practical considerations of indoor cycling during and after pregnancy? Dr Lou Atkinson shares her expert advice.
The power of visible effort
If you want to motivate those new to exercise, let them see their effort data while they’re working out. Karen Tejedor Bowen, lecturer at Leeds University Business School, takes Kate Cracknell through her research.
Scent-sational
Signe Fjord has combined indoor cycling with aromatherapy to create a concept she calls Aroma Bike, adding new layers of experience to every class. She speaks to Kate Cracknell
Brett Sutton
Indoor cycling is far from dead at Les Mills New Zealand, says its CEO. In fact, it’s part of the ‘boutique in a box’ strategy that’s driving the brand’s success. He speaks to Kate Cracknell.
Paco Gonzalez
The legendary master trainer turned education expert has enjoyed a decades-long love affair with indoor cycling. He offers his advice to the next generation of instructors
Focus on the feelgood
If consumers no longer seek physical perfection, we have to stop selling it, says Carrie Kepple, owner of Styles Studios Fitness and former IHRSA chair
Uffe A Olesen
As BODY BIKE marks its 27th birthday, its CEO celebrates his own milestone of 20 years with the company. He takes a walk down memory lane with Kate Cracknell.
Happy hour
Exercise, and cardiovascular exercise in particular, has proven benefits for brain health and happiness – and they come far quicker than physical results. So, are we marketing fitness all wrong? Kate Cracknell asks the experts.
The power of light
Profound experiences can be achieved when illumination is combined with movement, music and motivation, says fitness studio design expert Barbara Chancey
Life cycle
Indoor cycling can be hugely beneficial as we age. Our panel of experts discuss the science, the secrets of engaging older people, and why our sector must embrace this agenda
Kaleigh Cohen Fitness
From creating an online class for her mum, to full-time content creation and a community that’s hundreds of thousands strong – Kaleigh Cohen shares her story with RIDE HIGH.
David Watt
As Psycle celebrates its 10th birthday, its CEO outlines plans to scale the brand in the London market as a springboard to growth across the UK and beyond. He speaks to Kate Cracknell.
APProved by you
We asked you to tell us about your favourite indoor cycling apps. In no particular order, here’s what you voted for…
Dis/ability
Graham Burns was the first wheelchair user in the world to complete Schwinn’s indoor cycling instructor training, challenging perceptions of what it means to be disabled in the fitness sector. He shares his story with RIDE HIGH.
Cycle change
Indoor cycling has great benefits for women going through (peri)menopause, but how you approach it may need to change. Our panel of experts share their invaluable advice for exercisers, clubs and instructors.
RPM 100
The OG of all indoor cycling programmes has turned 100 – and Les Mills marked the occasion by filming the 100th release at LES MILLS LIVE Los Angeles, powered by 175 BODY BIKES
Cycling Sophie
Sophie Joline Fischer is a pro cyclist turned indoor cycling influencer whose YouTube channel is changing the face of indoor cycling in Germany – and beyond. She speaks to Kate Cracknell.
The Saudi game changers
Fatima Batook and Rasha Bubshait were instrumental in changing the laws in Saudi Arabia, empowering and enabling women to exercise, improve their health and change their lives. They tell Kate Cracknell the story behind Studio55.
Clothing for when it matters
In Denmark, Fusion Sportswear System puts functionality before fashion to create “clothing for when it matters”. CMO Troels Vest Jensen speaks to RIDE HIGH about zero compromises, world records and a commitment to sustainability.
Mobile vs Console
When it comes to indoor cycling, what is the future of onboard technology? Will consoles stand the test of time or will mobile phones take over? RIDE HIGH asks the suppliers for their initiatives and predictions.
A sustainable agenda
When it comes to eco-friendliness, indoor cycling is off to a good start, as most studio bikes don’t need a power supply. Now operators and suppliers in this space are upping the sustainable ante still further, as RIDE HIGH reports.
