Les Mills RPM™ 56 (released in the first quarter of 2012) is a classic example of how the RPM program delivers high-intensity interval training through cycling. This release is remembered for its high energy, challenging interval structure, and a, particularly memorable, fast-paced racing track.
Her husband used to stand next to her. Liam had loved Track 4—the “Steady Climb”—because he said it felt like their life. Long, predictable, hard, but beautiful at the top. They’d been a team: Maya the sprinter, Liam the mountain goat. When the instructor shouted “Add a half turn!” Liam would grin, sweat dripping off his chin, and say, “Just like real life, babe.” les mills rpm 56
After the brutal intensity of Track 5, Track 6 rewards riders with an uplifting, fast tempo. The resistance is backed off slightly, allowing the legs to spin at a very high cadence. This helps oxygenate the muscles and clear out the waste products accumulated during the intervals. Track 7: Mountain Climb (The Final Summit) Song: The Rockafeller Skank – Fatboy Slim The Terrain: The ultimate peak of the ride. The Focus: Total exhaustion of the lower body muscles. Les Mills RPM™ 56 (released in the first
The choreography is designed so that your feet strike on the heavy beat of the music. If you lose the rhythm, add a touch of resistance to find your footing again. Liam had loved Track 4—the “Steady Climb”—because he
Whether you are an instructor looking for throwbacks or a participant revisiting a classic, here is a detailed breakdown of Les Mills RPM 56.
This guide covers the tracklist, the coaching "nuggets," the specific technical challenges of this release, and the energy profile for each track.