30-Minute Pop Punk Power Hour Class Template

The Energy of Pop Punk

If I'm being blunt, pop punk is the best genre for indoor cycling. It has that aggressive, angsty energy that makes people want to push hard. I use On the Beat to map these tracks to the beat drops, so I know exactly when the chorus hits and when we surge.

It saves me hours of clicking around in Spotify trying to find the right drops for a 30-minute pop punk cycling class.

My 30-Minute Pop Punk Ride Plan

Here is exactly how I run this 30-minute pop punk ride. A good playlist makes all the difference.

Coaching the Pop Punk Vibe

• Keep the cues simple. Tell them exactly what is coming. "In 15 seconds, we drop the hammer and sprint."
• Let the angst do the work. Pop punk is emotional. Tell them to turn the dial and take their day out on the pedals.
• Watch their form. On fast tracks, people start bouncing in the saddle. Remind them to brace their core and pull up on the pedals, not just mash down.

FAQ

How do I cue out-of-saddle pushes on fast pop punk tracks?

You take it on the half-beat. Cue them to hit a heavy grind out of the saddle, using enough resistance to support their body weight.

Can I use this playlist for a 45-minute class?

Yes, just add three or four more pop punk tracks. I usually throw in a heavy climb and another pace track to fill the extra 15 minutes.

Get in there, turn the music up loud, and let them work.