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Recover Post-Class with these 5 Avocado Recipes

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Famished after class? You’re not the only one.

As a registered dietitian, Flywheel rider Megan Wolf is constantly asked for healthy snack and mini-meal ideas, especially for consuming post-class when the hunger pangs start to kick in. Wolfe believes in three simple letters: PFC [proteins, fats, carbs]. For maximum nutrition and satiation, each meal and snack should include a little bit from each of these important categories, especially when looking to refuel after your time on the bike or at the barre.

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“For those 45 minutes, I was forced to think about something other than school.”

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Flywheel Philly rider Lilly Wilson with instructor Tal Meirson.  

A pre-med student at the University of Pennsylvania, Lilly Wilson was searching for the perfect way to unwind and decompress after long days in the classroom and the library. After venturing off campus and discovering Flywheel Center City, she never turned back. Now, the Flywheel student ambassador rides as much as she possibly can, even fitting in class between her midterm exams (she had three on the same day!). Lilly also joined the FLYfam as a Club Coordinator at Flywheel Bryn Mawr this past summer. Read her story here: Continue Reading

What’s In My Gym Bag: Philly’s Hayley Broder

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Hayley Broder wears multiple hats at Flywheel, serving as Philadelphia’s Regional Manager, an instructor and most recently, handling marketing responsibilities for the region. A typical day ranges from budget analysis and marketing meetings to high energy rides, so her gym bag is packed with tools to facilitate these transitions. Hayley believes in three essential truths: passion, sweat, and music and is proud and honored to work for a company that shares her core values. Take a look at what she keeps in her gym bag to effortlessly FLY from the stadium to the conference room: Continue Reading

GOING GREEN: INSTRUCTORS SHARE THEIR GREEN JUICE RECIPES

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Green juices are all the rage these days – and for good reason. Not only are they a quick and easy way to energize before or after class, but the proper ingredients can also provide essential nutrients that help repair, recover and rejuvenate your muscles and joints. It’s fun to play with ingredients, too! Check out what our instructors throughout the country whip up when making juices and smoothies at home and what they order at their local juice shop. We’ve also got the scoop on the latest app that helps you find the closest green juice bars, smoothie bars and health food stores nearest you.

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Troy Aikman Turns Up the Torq at Flywheel

The Flywheel Challenge At The NFL House Hosted By Shannon SharpeRetired quarterback and Super Bowl XXVII MVP Troy Aikman successfully led the Dallas Cowboys to three Super Bowl victories throughout his 12-year career in professional football. These days, the FOX sportscaster is staying fit and active in a different kind of stadium. The West Coast native frequently rides at Flywheel Dallas and has been spotted turning up the torq in many of our studios nationwide, including NYC, Seattle and Charlotte. Aikman even brought out his competitive side when he participated in the annual Flywheel Challenge at the NFL House in New Orleans during Super Bowl XLVII. So, as we head into week two of the NFL season, we asked Troy to dish on his fitness routine, his pre-FLY fuel and his favorite memory from his days on the field.

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FlyGear: Rock and Roll into Fall

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Everybody’s talkin’ ’bout the new sound
funny, but it’s still rock and roll to me

In the wise words of Billy Joel, rock and roll will never go out of style – and neither will you with our rocker collection of FLYgear. Our newest pieces—featuring lace printed leggings and sports bras, music-themed tanks and tees and performance wear you already know and love—will give you an edge both on and off the bike. After all, our instructors already motivate you to unleash your inner rockstar in class…

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#NYFW: OUR HEAD OF RETAIL TALKS FASHION AND FITNESS

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With Lincoln Center abuzz for New York Fashion Week, we sat down with Flywheel Master Instructor and VP of Retail, Natalie Cohen, to get some insight on the latest trends. Natalie not only teaches ten classes a week in NYC, but she also heads up the retail team at Flywheel, pairing her love for fitness and fashion in what she describes as a “dream job.” Cohen has been teaching group fitness since she was in college and she kept up with it even after moving to NYC and landing a full-time job. “My schedule doesn’t even phase me because it is completely second nature. I could never pick between fashion and fitness and I hope to never have to. Thankfully I have an amazing husband who accepts my insane schedule: teach, work, teach, playlist, repeat!”

From waking up at 5:15 am to her weekly trips to 16 Handles, see what a day-in-the-life of Natalie looks like and what designers are inspiring her right now.
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FLYFUEL: Flywheel Chicago Instructor Erin Schirack

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As a full-time fitness instructor, Erin Schirack of Flywheel Chicago knows the importance of staying fueled to ensure her energy levels are consistent throughout the day. Always on-the-go, teaching both Flywheel indoor cycling and Pilates, Erin’s snack selections keep her on point from day to night. Looking for some new ways to stay satisfied? See what Erin reaches for throughout the day to stay fueled, satiated and ready to FLY:

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Flywheel at SEA: FLYing on the Royal Caribbean

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Did you know that you can FLY while cruising the caribbean? In October 2012, Flywheel Sports partnered with Celebrity Reflection, an exclusive cruise operated by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd, to unveil “Flywheel at Sea” on the cruise’s inaugural European voyage. Since then “Flywheel at Sea” has expanded on the high-seas with studios on the world’s largest cruise ships – Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas,  Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway to provide the ultimate ‘fitcation experience.  Seriously, what could be better than cruising the seas, enjoying the sun and still fitting in your daily FLY? As soon as Charlotte riders Anne and Don Schmit discovered they could turn up the torq while on vacation, they immediately booked their annual springtime cruise-and already plan on going back in 2015! Read about their experience here:   Continue Reading