Meet The Studio Cycle Staff - Fitness Incentive

“I asked our team of cycle instructors six questions about their teaching style, playlist, indoor cycling advice, etc. They came back with some great answers.”

Theresa Christensen

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I asked our team of cycle instructors six questions about their teaching style, playlist, indoor cycling advice, etc. They came back with some great answers.

Janet Lang

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words
Upbeat, Challenging, Positive
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Sex on Fire – Kings of Leon
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: Wavelength – Van Morrison
4. Guilty pleasure song: Eminem – “Lose Yourself”
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin
I am very passionate about planning challenging classes with great music and being able to motivate my students to push past their limits. The energy I get back from my class is uplifting. It is very motivating to know I am helping people stay healthy and happy.
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back:
Don’t stress about doing the class perfectly or keeping up with anyone else. Just relax, get used to the bike, and do what feels right for you. With each class, you will gain strength and knowledge and become addicted to cycle classes forever!

Carmella Milano

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words:
I’ll entertain you!
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Clarity by Zedd
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: Solsbury Hill by Peter Gabriel
4. Guilty Pleasure Song: Into the Mystic by Van Morrison
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
The people, the friends I’ve made over the years.
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back:
Just do it!

Jourdan Ilardi

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words.
High-energy, FUN, & motivating
2. Favorite song to sprint to: A Milli – SIDEPIECE remix.
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: Ribs – Lorde
4. “Guilty Pleasure” song: Anything Taylor Swift
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
The absolute electric energy that’s created in that room
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back?
Just relax and have fun!

Theresa Christensen

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words:
Challenging, Fun, Motivating
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Diablo Rojo by Rodrigo Y Gabriella
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: Bad by U2 (8 min EP version)
4. “Guilty Pleasure” song: Islands In The Stream by Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
I love seeing people push past their limits and, of course, the adrenaline rush that comes with the class’s energy. I also love the process of creating a new ride and putting together a great playlist.
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back?
Don’t feel intimidated. The best thing about cycling is that it can be done at almost any fitness level.

Jackie Niciforo

1. The vibe of my class- Dynamic, Intense, Lively!
2. My favorite song to Sprint to Like It Like That – Cardi B
3. Favorite song for a Hill: Chain – Fleetwood Mac
4. Guilty Pleasure song: Baby- Justin Bieber
5. My favorite thing about teaching spin is motivating people through the music I choose for class!!🙂
6. Advice for a new member:
Three things:
– Don’t compare yourself to anyone else in class.
– Jump on and get lost in the music
– HAVE FUN

Vanessa Costantino

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words:
Empowering, upbeat, tempo-driven (rhythmic)
2. Favorite climb: You’re On Your Own Kid by Taylor Swift
3. Favorite song to sprint: Talamanca by Burns
4. Guilty pleasure song: Princess Diana by Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
I love putting together a playlist that people will enjoy! I also love pushing my class out of their comfort zone. The energy is contagious, and everyone in the class works hard together and enjoys the ride!
6. Advice for anyone new to spin or just coming back?
My advice to someone new is to find the right “FTW” because it can really make or break how you feel about spin. Don’t put so much pressure on yourself to stay in the colors until you find the right FTW for you. Once you find it, the ride is priceless. Working out is supposed to feel good! Adjust your bike to make that happen.

Mia Flanagan

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words: Energetic, challenging, and empowering
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Anything Foo Fighters
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: When Doves Cry by Prince
4. “Guilty Pleasure” song: Pray for Me, Kendrick Lamar
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
Encouraging people to break out of their comfort zone through movement, music, and sweat
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back?
Get to know the bike before you ride it. Spend time with the instructor to help you set up and ask questions. Get the feel of the bike first, and the rest will come. Any movement is a success!

Julia Girani

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words:
Energetic, intense, invigorating
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Calabria Firebeatz remix
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: Cinderella Man by Eminem
4. “Guilty pleasure” song: Blue by Eiffel 65
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
My favorite thing about teaching spin is sharing an experience with other people who have the same intentions as you—to get a good workout and have a great time. Working hard and singing along to your favorite songs makes the workout more fun.
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back?
Allow yourself to be a novice. Learning how to use the bike and getting your body used to doing spin takes patience with yourself and can take a little bit of time. I took my first spin class when I was 17 years old, and I walked out because I didn’t understand what to do and the vernacular used by the instructor. Be teachable, don’t take yourself too seriously and you’ll be a pro in no time. You got this: the most difficult part of the ride is getting on the bike!

Mary Krisowaty

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words:
Fun fact fun
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Mumford and Son’s The Cave or Little Lion Man
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: Elton John, Rocket Man
4. “Guilty pleasure” song: I Feel Love, Sam Smith
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
Sharing my real-life shenanigans with my class. Some are pretty hilarious.
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back?
Come on in, enjoy the ride. No matter what, it beats sitting on the couch.

Angelica Hahn

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words:
challenging, motivating, exciting
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Blame – Calvin Harris (John Newman)
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: River – Bishop Briggs
4. “Guilty pleasure” song: Shut Up and Dance – Walk The Moon
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
The adrenaline rush
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back?
Don’t push yourself too much in your first class, and try different instructors to see what style you like best!

Sharon Donnelly

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words:
Fun, fast, furious
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Sandstorm. Original Darude
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: I Feel Love 12″ version, Donna Summer
4. “Guilty pleasure” song: I Put a Spell on You, Annie Lenox
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin? The pure energy in the room.
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back?
Get ready to sweat! A stronger you starts now!!

Megan Krisowaty

1. Describe the vibe of your class in three words:
Fun, Loud, & Uplifting
2. Favorite song to sprint to: Anything techno! A beat drop gets my legs moving.
3. Favorite song to use for a long hill: Any early 2000s rap song!
4. “Guilty pleasure” song: Pop Punk Songs such as I Write Sins Not Tragedies or The Great Escape.
5. What is your favorite thing about teaching spin?
My favorite thing about teaching spin is encouraging others to get through a tough workout and reminding them of how strong they are.
6. Advice for someone new to cycle or just coming back?
My advice for anyone new to cycling is not to get discouraged. It takes some time to really get the hang of it!

There you go – quite an interesting and diverse group. Now it’s time to meet them in person! Try a Studio Cycle class or two – you may just discover your “perfect fit!”