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October 17, 2014

Flytunes: Boston’s Finest Playlists

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Fact: A great playlist can push you to the max during your sweat session, so it’s imperative to have tunes that will get you amped to reach your goal, or exceed it! Luckily Flywheel instructors have a knack for curating playlists that will pump you up – whether it’s 6 am or your boss totally got on your last nerve (we’ve all been there). The rhythm of the beats and inspirational lyrics keep you energized for those fast sprints, motivated during a hill sequence and cruising through a set of tap backs. From Tiesto to Bon Jovi, we asked Flywheel Boston instructors to share the artists currently on the top of their playlists.  Get to know their music style and listen to their playlists now on spotify!
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In Community
October 16, 2014

#8WeeksToChange: Did it Change Us? Yes.

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Eight weeks to train exclusively with Master Instructor Lacey Stone isn’t something to take for granted. For participants Suzie Brown and Angelica Suarez, this custom eight-week program left them stronger and healthier, but not without a few bumps along the way. Despite several workouts that seemed impossible to finish and some mentally-challenging days, the motto both Suzie and Angelica kept in mind was simple: the greater the effort you put into a goal, the more you get back. Read their story on how their focus and determination boosted their self-confidence and helped them achieve results both inside and out.

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October 15, 2014

BCA: Flywheel Instructor Candee’s Story of Survival

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Flywheel Millburn instructor Candee McAloon was diagnosed with — and conquered — breast cancer twice in a span of five years. What kept her strong? “Always keep your head up. That’s how I stayed positive while battling through Stage 0 and Stage 1 breast cancer.” Candee’s story inspires us in more ways than one. Refusing to let breast cancer direct her life, she focused her energy on raising her two young children and continued teaching at Flywheel while enduring exhausting treatments and chemotherapy. While many riders look to their instructors for motivation, Candee says it was her riders’ dedication that kept her going. Read her story here: Continue Reading

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In Gear
October 13, 2014

Fall #FLYgear: Moody Floral, Varsity Hoodies & More.

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For our latest collection of FLYgear, we embraced this season’s trends — “moody” colors, fall florals, camo prints and the most essential accessory, the cozy hoody. Perused our racks this weekend? You might be wondering what the meaning is behind that stamped number 10. With our five year anniversary just around the corner, Flywheel is excited to celebrate all of the amazing experiences (thanks to you!) that we’ve shared since our first studio opening in 2010. This collection, modeled by some of our veteran FLY instructors features words of wisdom and phrases often heard in the studio (can you name all seats in FlyBarre?) — check out the looks in the slideshow below and get pumped for your next class!

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October 9, 2014

Flywheel Boston’s Meredith DeJesus: What’s In My Gym Bag?

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As a practicing attorney in downtown Boston, Flywheel instructor Meredith DeJesus can relate to many of her riders’ need to escape from the stresses of the workforce through exercise.  Meredith leads each class with a driving intensity,  mirroring her upbeat and fast-paced lifestyle out of the saddle. From the instructor bike to the courtroom, see what she packs in her bag to effortlessly remain on-the-go:

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October 6, 2014

BCA: What Two-Time Breast Cancer Survivor Jena Karp Wants You to Know

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There’s a lot we can learn from our Flywheel instructors — lessons that extend much further than the bike or the mat.  In honor of  Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re sharing the incredible story of Millburn  instructor Jena Karp who was diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2004 and then again in March 2007.  After undergoing radiation and then a double mastectomy, Jena is now cancer free. “This bump in the road never stopped me and I feel stronger than ever before. I never gave up hope and I never will,” says Jena.   Read more about how this two-time cancer survivor stays in tune with her body and stresses the importance of being proactive with your health.  Continue Reading

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In Fuel
October 3, 2014

FLYFUEL: FLYWHEEL BOSTON INSTRUCTOR RACHELE POJEDNIC

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With a PhD in Nutrition  Science and Exercise, Flywheel Boston instructor Rachele Pojednic has made it her life mission to promote healthy eating and physical activity. When she isn’t on the instructor bike, the Harvard University Research Fellow is doing academic research at the Institute of Lifestyle Medicine at the Joslin Diabetes Center, working on her health and wellness blog, and consulting for the Today Show, Huffington Post Healthy Living and more. It’s a no-brainer that we take any advice she offers, especially when it comes to staying fueled and energized for class! See what Rachele eats to keep her body —and her brain—sharp all day long. Continue Reading

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September 30, 2014

Why I Fly Bright: By Lindsay Avner, Founder and CEO, Bright Pink

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Lindsay Avner, Founder and CEO, Bright Pink, with Flywheel Chicago instructor Alicia Miller

Bright Pink® is a national non-profit focused on the prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer in young women. The organization’s mission is to save women’s lives from breast and ovarian cancer by empowering them to live proactively at a young age. Flywheel is proud to support Bright Pink through charitable and educational initiatives throughout the year. This October, purchase a Flywheel x Bright Pink sweatshirt in studios nationwide with proceeds benefitting the organization and pick up life-saving educational materials at the front desk.

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September 29, 2014

September is Yoga Month: The Perfect Moves for the Flywheel Athlete

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Master Instructor Kate Hickl has been with Flywheel since the very beginning. In the past six years, she has not only surpassed the expectations and goals the company holds for their instructors, but has blown past her own personal ones as well. Ten years ago, Hickl knew she needed to make a change and follow her passion for fitness. She left her 9-5 job in marketing and spent a year obtaining her yoga certification. In honor of Yoga Month, read about how Kate discovered a love for yoga, cycling at Flywheel and how the two forms of exercise go hand-in-hand for both physical and mental health.  Continue Reading

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September 28, 2014

FLYTUNES: NYC’S GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL

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Yesterday in Central Park, NYC, headliners such as Jay Z, Tiesto, Carrie Underwood, Alicia Keys, No Doubt and more performed in a free concert in an effort to help end poverty and promote activism. In it’s third successful year, the Global Citizen Festival has significantly impacted lives of those in need of vaccines, food, water and sanitation. But most importantly, it’s given them a voice. So, what is Global Citizen exactly? Continue Reading