off the bike

Join us as we celebrate a decade of dedication with Mary Jo, a seasoned Zenergy rider, sharing her journey from her first class to becoming a cornerstone of the community. Discover how fitness, community, and resilience intertwine in her inspiring story, especially through challenging times like the COVID pandemic.

In this heartfelt interview, Sharon Mulyk shares her inspiring journey of overcoming grief, rediscovering herself through Zenergy, and planning a new life in Tennessee. Discover how community, self-discovery, and resilience can transform life's challenges into new beginnings.

In this episode, Kelly Merikas shares her journey from a creative upbringing in Pittsburgh to becoming a high school art teacher and a key member of the Zenergy community. She discusses the influence of music on her artistic perspective, her transition to Zenergy through her friend Kenna, and her multifaceted role in managing social media for the organization. Kelly emphasizes the importance of co...

In this conversation, Jacob Greenfield interviews Nick Staples, the founder of Zenergy, exploring his personal journey, the company's evolution, and the challenges of leadership. Nick shares insights on balancing personal growth with professional responsibilities, the importance of community, and the future direction of Zenergy as it embraces multimodality in fitness. The discussion highlights the...

In this episode of Off the Bike, host Nick Staples engages in a heartfelt conversation with Megan, a fitness instructor from Morgantown. They explore Megan's journey in the fitness industry, starting from her initial foray into fitness in 2016, where she transitioned from studying geology to discovering her passion for fitness and teaching.  Megan shares her experiences of misalignment in her life...

In this episode, Kristen shares her journey from being a social worker to becoming a senior instructor and manager at Zenergy. She reflects on her early life, athletic experiences, and how she discovered the supportive community at Zenergy. Kristen discusses her transformation through cycling, the challenges of instructing, and the lessons she has learned about perfectionism and connection. She em...

In this episode of Off the Bike, host Nick Staples interviews Lauren Elizabeth Campbell, a law student with a rich background in music. Lauren shares her journey from a small town in West Virginia to the bustling music scene in Los Angeles, detailing her experiences with Grammy U, working for Warner Music Group, and her passion for cycling at Zenergy. The conversation explores the intersection of...

In this episode of Off the Bike, host Nick Staples interviews John and Chris Fagan, a couple who discovered Zenergy, a spinning studio, later in life. They share their journey of finding fitness in their retirement years, the sense of community they found at Zenergy, and their experiences owning a dance studio. The conversation highlights the importance of staying active, building relationships, a...

In this conversation, Carly Scala shares her journey of discovering fitness through early morning classes in Charleston. Initially hesitant, she recounts her experience of missing her first class and the guilt that followed. However, this led to a newfound enjoyment of fitness and the development of friendships through shared interests, particularly in dental hygiene.

In this episode, Shannon Baird shares her journey of navigating life transitions, from growing up in a small town to living abroad in Dublin and returning to Pittsburgh. She discusses the importance of finding community, the challenges of living in a different country, and how cycling has transformed her emotional and physical well-being. Shannon emphasizes the significance of self-care, establish...

In this conversation, Erin discusses her struggles with self-identity and mental health during her residency. She reflects on the pressures of proving her self-worth to others and the toll it took on her personal life, leading to feelings of burnout and disconnection from herself.

In this conversation, Meg reflects on her journey through significant life transitions, grappling with the challenges of leaving behind familiar environments and relationships. She shares her thoughts on aging, personal growth, and the importance of understanding one's feelings during these changes.

In this episode, Kenzie Ryburn shares her journey from San Diego to Pittsburgh, her experiences as an instructor at Zenergy, and the profound impact of music and community in her life. She opens up about facing challenges, including her fiancé's life-changing diagnosis, and emphasizes the importance of living one’s truth and embracing vulnerability. Kenzie highlights the power of connection an...

Turn the volume up, it's time for another episode. Taking the step to audition and train in our Instructor Training workshop can be a daunting and intimidating task. For these two, Katilin and Jailynn, they've mastered the feat with superb excellence. Nick sat down to learn more about their background, how training has been, and what they look forward to the most when getting on the podium...

For the first time in Zenergy's History, we welcome 4 people to our podcast - Meg Stallard, Brett Staples, Aaron Bishop and Nick Staples. Buckle up, it's a long one! 

She's been in and around our Morgantown studio since inception and today she opens up about her story, her life, and where she is now. Turn the volume up, it's time to meet Sarah! 

We may think we know someone, but do we really? The origin of Zenergy is no stranger to Aaron, he's been with us since near inception. What you get in Aaron's classes is an experience that ties the entire journey together, but do you know where it all started? Turn the sound up, it's time to take a ride. 

What's an experience that you've loved? If you were to ask anyone that question who's taken one of his classes, they'd tell you Jacob's class. Jacob combines the power of his music with the energy of the room to create an experience you'll never forget. Listen in to see where he pulls it from, what he does outside of the studio, and his continued advice to riders that walk into our studios. *This...

We're bacckkkk! After a long hiatus, we can't wait to introduce you to Season 3 of OFF THE BIKE! A new season brings new things, clip in, and let's go!

Join Nick as he sits down with one of our Morgantown Instructors, Jordan! In this episode, you'll hear about some of her roots as well as her plans post-college. Clio in, volume up, podcast on!

Join Nick S. as he sits down with Morgantown Studio Manager, Alex Fox, to learn how she tackles her day to day duties on top of all things outside the studio. Clip in, volume up, podcast on. 

Five years ago she never thought she'd still be riding a bike that goes nowhere. Join one of our Zenergy originals, Meg Stallard, as we talk about all new things in her life. This episode was recorded during the first lockdown in April 2020. 

In April 2020 we sat down with one of our Pittsburgh Instructors and Studio Leads to chat about how we found the bike, new exciting things coming to her family, and her life outside of the studio. Listen in on the life of Loghan Wright! 

Listen along as Nick sits down with Sara, an instructor at our original studio, Charleston. When she's not on a bike she's working day in and out with diamond. Let's go! 

Listen in as we hear how Pittsburgh Instructor, Presley, found Zenergy, creates magic on and off the bike, and lives with the biggest smile.