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Inside the Cult of Group Fitness — SoulCycle, Peloton

Inside the Cult of Group Fitness — SoulCycle, Peloton

FromHot Takes & Deep Dives


Inside the Cult of Group Fitness — SoulCycle, Peloton

FromHot Takes & Deep Dives

ratings:
Length:
54 minutes
Released:
Nov 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Jess is a joined by a career fitness professional to go inside the culture of their former cycling employer, while Jess shares her personal experience with SoulCycle. We go deep on: lack of certifications required to teach spin, the “training programs” at different studios, instructors abusing drugs, sexual accusations from riders and the “God Complex” cult of personality these studios cultivate. Plus, stories from Equinox/Soul corporate, the Peloton fall-out and more. IG: @jessxnyc  Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines. 
Released:
Nov 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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