What To Listen To (And Wear!) While Working Out
1/6Why do you think SoulCycle is a great workout?
Ok, business first: SoulCycle provides a full body workout in only 45 minutes. In under an hour, we pack in cardio and strength training. What makes it fun is the emphasis on rhythmic movement, the careful selection of music, and the tremendous amount of wild, dance party energy that we generate in the room!
_A light-weight, quick-dry tank will keep you from overheating during a cycling class.
Under Armour Charm Seamless Tank, $35. ua.com._
2/6How do you motivate yourself when you really, really don’t want to work out?
When you finally discover the joy of movement—how fun it is to dance on the bike when the lights are low and the music’s pumpin’—your workout becomes something that you look forward to and the highlight of your day! But I get it: We all have days when it’s too tempting to hit the snooze button or you’re just not feeling it. My heartfelt advice is to just get up and do it, and close your eyes—two songs into the workout, there’ll be no other place you’d rather be.
_Shorts or tights specifically designed for cycling will help keep your "sit bones" comfortable.
Adidas by Stella McCartney Cycle Performance Short, $150. shopadidas.com._
3/6What tips do you have for fitting ercise into a busy schedule?
One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned that’s applicable to fitness, work, friendships—everything—is that the time will never just fall into your lap. You’ve got to carve it out. Even if you can’t commit a full hour, just fifteen minutes of activity is better than nothing. Blast music in your living room and dance around! Just move!
_I’m so obsessed with this star-print top, I’d consider wearing it outside of class too.
** Adidas by Stella McCartney** Cycle Performance Zip Top, $120. shopadidas.com._
4/6What are your favorite songs to get you motivated?
On the poppier side of the spectrum, I can’t seem to get enough of Rihanna’s "Where Have You Been" and "Talk That Talk" off her new album. If we’re talking dance music, David Guetta and Martin Solveig are some of my go-to producers to get the party poppin’. Also, I have a bit of a reputation for playing a little too much Robyn; start with "Dancing on My Own," but you can count on any song from her album Body Talk to get you going!
_Flaunt your dedication in these super-cute SoulCycle capris!
SoulCycle Capri Pant, $88. soul-cycle.com._
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6/6_These tights have subtle padding for a non-bulky look.
Athleta Spin Knicker, $64. athleta.com._
