Shop GRITSTRONG to Support the GritCycle Team
When the going gets tough, the tough band together in support of one another! In the midst of the coronavirus crisis, we've seen some truly remarkable generosity within our community. We're proud to share the creative initiatives of two of
The Nitty Gritty Smoothie
We could go on and on about how much GritCycle loves Nekter Juice Bar. They use fresh, healthy ingredients to make smoothies, bowls, and treats that taste more indulgent than nutritious. One such indulgence was created by Charleen of Nekter Juice
Join us for Lunch & Learn with Elissa Goodman!
Join Holistic Nutritionist and Cleanse Expert, Elissa Goodman for an open discussion about wellness, nutrition, and healing followed by a plant-based lunch prepared by her personal chef. Through a journey of healing herself from Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at age 32, losing her
Working Out for Brunch with Lauren Duff
When she's not lighting up the Saddle Room with her heart-pounding choreography and shazaam-worthy playlists, instructor Lauren Duff is quite the connoisseur of the what's hot in dining! Always on hand with a reservation at the newest must-eat restaurant, we consider Lauren our own personal GritCycle Zagat Guide.
We decided Lauren was the best person to turn to for recommendations on Southern California's best brunch destinations after a sweaty Saddle Room session. What better way to reward yourself for enduring double sets of handhops and motorcycles than with avocado toast and a bloody mary bar!??!
Here's what Lauren had to offer for her favorite in Southern California Brunching:
Charmaine Shares her Recovery from a TBI
You wouldn't know it from watching her teach sold-out classes and lighting up our Monarch Beach schedule, but our superstar South-County instructor, Charmaine Shelter, suffered a very serious traumatic brain injury almost two years ago. Many don't really have much knowledge
Meet the Founders of Mary Joe Brand
Can we take a moment to talk about one of the fastest growing health trends of 2018? Insert CBD here. This miracle potion is quickly becoming famous for its host of health benefits. People are eating it. Drinking it. Supplementing
A Grit Story: Ashley Wheeler
It’s the holiday season and we’re keeping spirits bright by introducing you to one of GritCycle’s greatest: Ashley Wheeler! As a very familiar face down in Monarch Beach, we wanted to spotlight Ashley’s tenacious energy here! Check it out! Hi! Tell us
A Grit Story: Dina Francis
Everyone knows the foundation of what makes GritCycle amazing is the people who fill our Saddle Room every week. Their stories are the single biggest motivator we keep in mind while we’re planning, scheming, and creating. One such story comes
Grit Story: Peggy Lee
Today's Grit Story is none other than Peggy Lee. Claimed more "friend" than client, Peggy is quite the Grit celebrity {and not just for the Lululemon hookups she used to give us when she was manager at Fashion Island.} Peggy is as
Indoor Cycling 101
SO…it’s your first time taking an indoor cycling class. Or…you’re thinking about it! Here’s a cheat sheet for everything you need to know BEFORE the first song starts! Wear tighter fitting workout pants Shorts are going to ride up and give you