Sue brings us her rocking Southern SOUL all the way from South Carolina. Living in Los Angeles, when her kickboxing guru moved away, she was forced by friends to try spinning. After her first class, Sue decided that spinning would REALLY ROCK if she could play her own music. So she got certified and ended up teaching spin at Gold's Gym in LA for almost ten years, before heading East to SoulCycle®. When she is not riding, you can find Sue in the air—as she has been a flight attendant with United Airlines for 18 years (and counting). Sue likes to think of her cycling classes as Music Appreciation 101, rather than an "exercise class." She builds each class with specifically cadenced music so that the challenge is keeping up with the different beat of each song—at varying levels of resistance. She encourages singing along, "hootin' and hollerin'", and enjoying the inspiring sense of camaraderie that can only be found in group exercise. Sue resides in New York City with her two cats, Jack and Prudence.
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Bruce Springsteen
"The Loft" on XM Satellite Radio
Lake LBJ outside of Austin, Texas
Central Park
Cheeseburger with BBQ potato chips and sweet tea (and I never care if anyone is looking!)
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Clare brings us her youthful SOUL!! In 2007 after graduating from the prestigious Hotchkiss School in Connecticut and at just 18 years old, Clare headed to New York City to pursue a career in acting and singing. That fall, she joined the friendly front desk staff at SoulCycle®, and by the end of December 2008 Clare became a spin instructor. Clare fell in love with indoor cycling when she realized it was the perfect antidote to stress, and with a healthy diet lost weight changed her body type. When not on a bike at the studio, Clare is busy studying both acting and voice, running in Central Park, learning how to cook and texting boys! Clare resides in New York City .
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A tie between the Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Eagles
Lady Gaga’s “The Fame” and Lilly Allen’s “It’s Not Me, It’s You”
My family’s home in Lakeville , Connecticut
Central Park
Cool Whip!!
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Ayana brings us her singing SOUL all the way from...Long Island. She began teaching fitness 17 years ago during her summer break at college. What she thought would be just a summer job, soon turned into a fulfilling career! She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Science with a concentration in Physical Education. Her love affair with indoor cycling began 10 years ago. She still loves the music, the people, and the energy that happens in a rockin’ class! She is also an actress, and has performed in Off-Broadway as well as in regional plays, film and television. Ultimately she strives to live a healthy, happy & Soulful life.
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Janet Jackson
The Black Eyed Peas
Central Park, it reminds me of growing up on Long Island. Watching and experiencing the seasons change is beautiful and calming.
Anything involving chocolate, yum!
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Nick brings SoulCycle his charismatic SOUL from sunny Los Angeles. Starting his career in marketing, Nick had no idea his passion for fitness and health would turn into his “day job.” In 2001, Nick discovered his passion for indoor cycling while leading a bike journey through Alaska to raise money for AIDS research. Shortly thereafter, Nick began teaching at Gold’s Gym and Equinox in West Hollywood where his indoor cycling classes quickly gained notoriety. Nick is thrilled to be in the Big Apple riding at SOUL.
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Coldplay
Usher
St. Tropez
Central Park
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
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SoulCycle East 83rd Street’s newest addition, MB has been an avid athlete all her life. MB has participated and competed extensively in downhill skiing, soccer, softball, swimming and diving. She began her dance training at the age of three studying with Charles Hughes and Charles Kelly in New York. This combination of dance and athleticism is what brings the SOUL to her cycling classes. MB was trained in indoor cycling by Debbie Rocker in Los Angeles and certified by Johnny G. Pre-Spinning MB had a whole life in the Theater. She was classically trained at and was a movement instructor for The National Shakespeare Conservatory as well as toured the United States with The National Shakespeare Company. MB created an Off-Broadway show called “THE DIRTY GIRLS” but ultimately hung up those shoes to focus on fitness. MB received her personal training certification from New York University.
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Madonna
Donna Summer, Janet Jackson, Master's at Work, Georgie Porgie, Dennis Ferrer Remixes
Aruba
Running along the Westside highway
"Jackson Hole" Cheeseburger and "Pop Diner" Cheese Cake
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Janet brings us her inspirational and rhythmic SOUL from Los Angeles with over 20 years of private training and leading group fitness. Her spinning classes are based on a foundation of discipline, focus, intention, rhythm, and dance. Janet creates an exhilarating atmosphere with her pioneering teaching style, her deep connection to music, and the ability to lead her students on an inspirational journey towards total self-empowerment.
"When you create your intention, close your eyes, and align your pedal strokes with the rhythm of the music…it’s like a dance. When you can learn to dance and breathe through the challenging moments in your life….all of life becomes a blessing. We are not training to become better spinners…we are training for this exciting journey we call life. I believe in dreams coming true one pedal stroke at a time."
Janet was featured in Vogue’s exclusive article “The Next Establishment of Women to Watch” and has been highlighted in Self, People, W, Allure, Women’s Sports and Fitness, Angelino, and LA Magazine. She is also known for her motivational speaking and seminars specializing in self-discovery through breath meditation. This work has inspired her to lead spiritual fitness retreats in magical destinations like Kauai, offering a transformation of both the body and the soul.
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Cruel to make me choose! David Bowie, Eminem & Lady GaGa
Several SoulCycle classes & cocktail music like Pink Martini
Kauai's North Shore
The Sphatika Spa http://www.sphatika.com/index_desktop.html
The Corner Bistro in the West Village
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Todd Mendiola drove all the way cross-country in three days to bring us him rhythmic Soul. Raised in Seattle by his mom Eda and his Aunt Millie (identical twins), he was a model for 13 years before beginning his career as a fitness instructor in Los Angeles in 1992. Todd has taught indoor cycling, step and Tae Bo, and brings his knowledge of a full-body workout to each SoulCycle class he teaches. When not at Soul, Todd loves to ski, listen to music and spend time with his friends and family.
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Barry White, Madonna, Michael Jackson
Aretha Franklin, Bill Withers, Mary J. Blige
Maui
Water, The Hamptons, the beach. Water cleanses my spirit.
Chips and Salsa!
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I don’t play favorites; I love all music!!
Some old classic dance music from my old DJ years: Go Pal, Mario Castelli and Masterbeat re-mixes!!
India—it changed my life
Definitely the Hamptons with “the girls” (Debby, Jenna, Cloe, Lilli and our three dogs: Cassie, Jazzy and Shizzle)
Chocolate-chocolate cupcakes from Buttercup Bakeshop and the plain frozen yogurt from Bloomingdale’s “Forty Carrots” cafe!!
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Laurie Cole brings us her motivational SOUL all the way from the West Coast. Born and bred in Los Angeles, her dance background combined with her unique sense of rhythm and diverse taste in music make each of her awesome classes a true cardio party! Her focus on form, and ability to push SoulCyclist's to their limits take her classes to a whole different level. Formerly a competitive gymnast and dancer, Laurie is a certified cycling instructor and has been teaching cycling for nine years. When she is not rocking-out on a bike, Laurie is also an actress with a background in Theater, Film and Television. Laurie resides in New York City with her pets Evie and Elvis.
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Ahem, is this a rhetorical question: U2
Kings of Leon, New U2, My Morning Jacket, Arcade Fire
The Pacific Ocean: (it brings me back to nature and nurtures my spirit)
A cupcake from the Harlem Cupcake Bakery
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MELANIE GRIFFITH is a shining example of what is possible for those who commit to take a SOUL journey. Melanie took her first ever spin class just over three years ago at the newly-opened West Side SOUL CYCLE. What began as a search for a new form of excercise after her third child was born quickly became a spin addiction and blossomed into a new chapter in her life. Melanie is an attorney and fundraiser, but her SOUL journey has led her to become a certified spinning instructer. Melanie has spent many years as a student of dance, pilates and yoga and is thrilled to have crossed the threshold from student to teacher. Her inner rhythm, love of dance, and soulful approach to life are evident in every joy-filled and groovy ride. Melanie lives in New York City with her husand and their three young children (and two dogs).
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Depends entirely on my mood . . . so many good ones!!
Everything and Anything . . . Neko Case, Citizen Cope, Blue October
Fire Island, New York . . . No place like it . . . (But St. Barth's in the off-season is pretty spectacular . . .)
Pinky's Nail Salon for a 30 minute back rub
Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Kaili brings us her athletic SOUL from the Midwest. Her journey to NYC began in Kansas City Kansas, where she developed her love of training and team sports. As an undergraduate standout NCAA Division I Volleyball player at Georgetown University, she developed the knowledge of core strength building and weight training for flexibility, speed and endurance.
Although Kaili started at SoulCycle part-time, she was quickly coerced into forgoing her post-graduate studies in medicine to join SoulCycle full-time!!! (and devote her SOUL to the pursuit of a Master's degree at SUNY Downstate School of Public Health.) Kaili recently made the transition to instructor after lots of encouragement. On the bike, she brings her experience as a highly conditioned athlete and motivates riders to surpass their personal best. Kaili lives in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn.
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Michael J. Jackson, The King of Pop
Lil Wayne- Rebirth , Fiona- The Bridge, Yeah Yeah Yeahs- It's Blitz, Jill Scott- Who is Jill Scott?, Kanye West- 808s & Heartbreak
Any place where there's BRIGHT SUN and a BEACH
Prospect Park (Brooklyn!)
Cheeseburgers and Fries (but, I don't hide it!)
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Hip hop: K-OS; Rock: Led Zepplin; Blues: John Lee Hooker
Talib Kweli’s “Ms Hill,” Will.i.am, MGMT, Peter Bjorn and John the Knife, my dad’s old Motown records and Bon Iver (when I want to mellow out)
Cape Town , South Africa
The hammock in my backyard or riding through Prospect Park in Brooklyn
Ice cream. And why bother hiding? As long as I work it off!
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Lindy Flowers brings her pint–sized SOUL to SoulCycle. Although she's petite in size and sweet in nature, don’t be fooled…her killer workouts are fierce and focused. A certified instructor in Ashtanga Yoga (Power Flow) and Mad Dogg Spinning, Lindy has been an avid athlete her whole life. In 2008, Lindy received her M.F.A. in acting from the University of North Carolina with three years of voice and movement training. Lindy incorporates elements of her yoga and performance background into each class, focusing on breath control, body awareness, and staying mentally present. And while she loves to rock out to Lady Gaga and Jay-Z, she blames long car rides with her dad for her love of CCR and the Oldies. She currently resides in Manhattan with her feline buddy, Finnegan.
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Ever-changing!! Fleetwood Mac, U2, and Dave Matthews are close to the top.
MIA, Prince, The Killers, P.Diddy, and Regina Spektor
London... or anywhere on the Sceptred Isle:)
Central Park Reservoir
Coffee, peanut butter & banana sandwiches, TOP CHEF!!!
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Martha Kaplan brings her seasoned SOUL to SoulCycle with more than 20 years as a fitness professional. She is known for her dynamic, energetic and challenging rides. Martha has appeared on NBC’s “TODAY Show” and has written fitness articles for Woman’s Day and Redbook magazines and The Journal News. In her spare time Martha is an avid skier and runner, has completed three NYC marathons and has placed in her age group in several NY area biathlons. A native of Toronto, Canada she resides in Larchmont, NY with her two children.
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The Rolling Stones, U2, Van Morrison
John Mayer, Joss Stone, Counting Crows, Nelly, Madonna
Toronto (Back to the comforts of home and family)
Cuba restaurant on Thompson Street (cozy with live music).
Guacamole and chips, chocolate covered anything.
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A native New Yorker, Daniel brings his stylish SOUL to SoulCycle. A published fitness and beauty expert, he has been an integral part of the fitness/beauty community in New York for the last fifteen years. His cycling journey began back in 1995 and upon riding his first indoor bike he found a new exercise addiction. Daniel inspires his students to embrace their inner beauty and push beyond their boundaries.
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Tina Turner (Of course! Look at those LEGS!!!)
The new Mary J Blige album: Stronger with Each Tear. One of her best albums yet.
Montreal. A beautiful balance of city and nature.
My bathtub. My weekly ritual: bath bomb, bubble bar, candles and opera.
Haagen-Dazs Reserve Fleur de Sel Caramel Ice Cream. Clearly, this is the crack of all ice cream!
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Christine brings us her passionate SOUL from NYC. Christine’s cycling classes are a form of 'inner-Olympics'. She guides students to explore a deeper emotional connection to their physical efforts. Christine is a true believer that we create change by stepping outside our comfort zone to cross our personal finish lines.
Christine is a competitive track cyclist and 2009 Masters National Champion in Match Sprints. She brings an authenticity to her cycling classes founded in her years of racing. In addition to her athletic approach and solid foundation in the biomechanics of cycling, she brings a musical precision to all her classes, rooted in 13 years of dancing. Christine resides in NYC with her family and hopes to soon have a French Bulldog named Goose.
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Miles Davis - Kind of Blue
Snow Patrol- Just Say Yes, Heather Small- Proud
Montauk
Home
I don't associate guilt with pleasure ; )
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Bethany brings her Zen SOUL to SoulCycle via the yoga world. Bethany is an internationally featured fitness instructor and educator whose rides are a journey of letting go, facing resistance and embracing a meditation-in-motion on the bike.
In 2001, as a classically trained dancer, Bethany completed a Power Yoga certification and continues her studies today with Baron Baptiste. In 2004, on the West Coast, she found spinning. Proud to be one of the original SoulCycle instructors, Bethany educates with a mix of presence, authentic sharing and kick-booty energy. Constantly seeking ways to help others "turn the lights on," her work extends beyond the studio. Bethany happily resides in Chelsea with her multi-talented husband and partner John Murray (and their two felines, Mocha & Lily).
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Madonna, Billy Joel, The Police, George Michael, Aerosmith...Can you tell I grew up in the 80s?
Kings of Leon, Sara Bareilles, Kate Havnevik, Goldfrapp, Keith Urban, Tinted Widows, Seal, Norah Jones, Lady Antebellum, The Killers, Hans Zimmer (and some sugar...Lady Gaga, Beyonce & Britney)
Savannah - a magical place (also where my husband & I got engaged).
3-way tie: THE MANDARIN ORIENTAL - the spa is heaven; the cocktail lounge perfection. BARNES & NOBLE - I could spend days there without noticing time pass. TIMES SQUARE - seeing wonder & amazement in people's faces never gets old.
Pasta & vino all the way.
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