In fitness (and in life), we’re often reminded to be “present.” Present in our own bodies, present with our thoughts and present among our fellow yogis, runners and riders. Peloton, the most high-technology cycling experience on the market, extends the idea of being present a step beyond, bringing cyclists across the country and around the globe together for a 45- or 60-minute workout, whenever and wherever they want.

First, there’s the bike. In my opinion, it’s the most superior indoor cycling bike out there. Highly connected, it offers up each rider’s personal cadence, resistance and output along with a real-time leaderboard, so that we can see how we measure up against the rest of the class and others tuning in from home.  It rides like a dream.

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For virtual cyclists, Peloton is the first experience to provide streaming of live and on-demand classes, right from their home gyms, libraries or living rooms.  So, if you skipped Lisa Niren‘s 10:30am class last Sunday because you slept in, were on a plane or simply live in Detroit, don’t worry, because it’s available…24/7. (And, trust me, if you want to be in amazing shape, you don’t want to miss Lisa’s Endurance ride–check out her way enviable abs.)

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For New Yorkers, Peloton’s 23rd Street studio is the brand’s home base. With a spacious lobby lounge that’s like a comfy-meets-chic living room and a Jack’s outpost with freshly-brewed coffee and fruit-infused water, the pre-and post-ride experience is made to feel equally important.

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And, as always, there’s a full collection of branded tees, tanks and crop capris on your way in and out. (If you don’t have your own cycling shoes, they’re complimentary with the ride, along with water.)

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In New York, we often grumble that everyone is always looking for the next best thing in lunch spots, labels and even love. But, after having taken three Peloton classes with another scheduled for tomorrow morning, I gotta admit: my present is pretty perfect.

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5 thoughts on “Present Perfect

  • November 6, 2014 at 10:37 PM
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    Wish I were young again i.e. under 60.

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  • November 7, 2014 at 8:15 AM
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    Classy club. Great pics.

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    • November 7, 2014 at 10:19 AM
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      Thanks!

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  • November 7, 2014 at 10:26 AM
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    Looks like a great place to get or stay in shape

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