Quote Originally Posted by Raindrop View Post
I'm on the same page as Resi. I'm not just a indoor cycling instructor (14yrs) that is an outdoor cyclist as well, I'm also a personal trainer (9yrs) and I place the most emphasis on a safe ride that provides the workout they want, the training they can use and try to let them know the "whys" of each workout.

It's not aerobics on the bike, but it is using a bike for an aerobic workout. The best result of well run classes are clients that achieve their fitness goals...and if it also inspires them to ride outdoors...all the better!
Agreed 100%. I also am a certified personal trainer and I let people know the how's & why's of what we're doing without lecturing. Yet, some people will still hang over the handlebars on climbs - no matter how many times I admonish (to the crowd) "keep your weight back."

With bathing suit season coming up and my clientele becoming younger college kids (spring break is around the corner) I've been trying to encourage them with things like, "Hills are your friends. They'll make that rear view look really nice!"