Could I have ever imagined a time where working out had actually become the highlight of my day? Absolutely not, but I also couldn’t have imagined a time where I’m physically not allowed to leave my house on government orders. Sh*t is crazy, people! Anyway, I’ve been super grateful for all the at-home streaming workouts because, to quote Elle Woods, “Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy. Happy people just don’t shoot their husbands, they just don’t.” Or, in my case, replace “husbands” with “roommates.” So since my daily workout is the only occasion I’ve been changing out of my pajamas for, now more than ever I want my workout gear to be cute and chic. (If not just for the Insta story alone.) Plus, now I can justify spending money on new workout clothes because of all the money I’m currently saving not being allowed to go to all my beloved overpriced classes. Fortunately, the online sales have been ongoing, so now’s a good a time as ever to shop activewear on sale. Here are some of my favorite sale activewear pieces that you can shop right now!
Shopbop
Year of Ours Leopard Print Victoria Bra, $77 $46.20 & Leopard Print Football Leggings, $114 $68.40
Terez Reversible Foil Bra, $86 $60.20 & Terez High Rise Foil Leggings, $104 $62.40
Adidas by Stella McCartney Loose Performance Tee, $85 $59.50
One of my favorite sites to shop, Shopbop, currently has tons of activewear on sale. Oh, and while you’re at it, they also have a lot of great women’s clothes in general on sale right now too, so maybe just go ahead and add a few more things to your cart while you’re there. I mean might as well, right?
Nordstrom
Good American Corset Seam Crop Top, $69 $41.40
Adidas University Racerback Tank, $30 $18
Good American The Trendsetter High Waist Leggings, $115 $69
Another favorite, Nordstrom, has been treating us to lots of different online sales during this quarantine time. Does it fix the global crisis at hand? Nope, not at all. But does it help just a little bit? Yes, of course it does.
Koral
Koral Terrain Peach Jersey Crop Top, $80 $52
Koral Valo Crop Top, $135 $87.75
Koral Drive Paradise High Rise Legging, $125 $81.25
I know none of us can actually escape to paradise right now because like, quarantine, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still dream of paradise while we work out. Escape this dim reality with these super cute leggings from Koral, which are currently 35% off. Koral is also offering 35% off select loungewear, but for a limited time only.
Alala
Alala Peak Tight, $125 $93.75 & Peak Bra, $80 $60
Alala Crop Vamp Tight, $105 $78.75
High-end activewear site, Alala, is currently having their friends and family sale, which means their amazing workout gear is all 25% off for a limited time. They have trendy high-performance essentials guaranteed to make you actually want to work out during quarantine. Or, at the very least, make you want to want to workout. Hey, it’s progress!
Singer 22
P.E Nation Centre Mark Legging, $139 $81.75
P.E Nation Provision Sports Bra, $119 $66.75
LnA Leopard Bike Short, $79 $59.25
If you’ve read any of my previous articles then you know I’m obsessed with Singer22. They carry so many incredible brands, which even include some of my favorite activewear brands too. With their current sitewide sale you can get the same high quality activewear that your favorite celeb works out in, now for just a fraction of the price.
Marika
Brooklyn Sports Bra, $50 $32.50
Sterling Tummy Control Side Pocket Bike Short, $55 $35.75
Geri Side Pocket Woven Short, $50 $32.50
Another activewear site offering incredible deals right now is Marika, which is currently offering 35% off new arrivals with code “APRILNEW”. They have an awesome assortment of activewear, all already at very reasonable prices. And now, with the discount, it’s all even more affordable.
Splits59
Elma Cotton Jersey Tank, $64 $48
Clare High Waist Techflex 7/8, $108 $81
Whoever runs the marketing at Splits59 GETS IT. They’re currently doing a Workout @ Home sale where they’re offering 25% off select styles. Plus, not only that, they’re also doing an additional 35% off sale, so why not treat yourself to some workout-from-home gear while you simultaneously pretend you’re working from home on your Zoom call? So meta.
Carbon38
Contrast Square Neck Longline Tank Top, $128 $77 & Contrast Stitch Legging, $158 $95
Metal Mesh Hoodie Sweatshirt, $158 $95
Washed Satin Racerback Tank Top, $98 $49
Carbon38 is the epitome of a brand that flawlessly merges fashion with activewear. The majority of their pieces could easily transition right from the gym to dinner at night. Now, I don’t know why anyone would even want to do that but, just letting you know, that if you did want to then you easily could.
Bandier
Danya Double Moto Bra, $68 $49
Beach Riot Leopard Legging, $108 $79.97 & Beach Riot Bowie Top, $88 $69.97
AGOLDE Balloon Sleeve Tie Dye Sweatshirt, $158 $144.97
Probably one of the more well-known destinations for stylish workout gear is Bandier. They have stylish and trendy activewear perfect for working out, or even just for pretending you’re going to work out. Whether you actually plan to break a sweat or just want to embrace the athleisure trend, they are definitely a must-shop site.
Morgan Stewart Sport
Morgan Stewart Sport Cantaloupe Sweatshirt, $88 $61.60 & Cantaloupe Legging, $92 $64.40
Morgan Stewart Sport Cantaloupe Sports Bra, $78 $54.60
Morgan Stewart Sport Noir Neoprene Hoodie, $118 $82.60
If you know who Morgan Stewart is then you also already know that she, herself, is the definition of “style.” Which means that you can also assume that her workout line would only consist of the cutest activewear styles and prints EVER. And, lucky for us all, the whole site right now is 30% off so you can get yourself a set or two and finally be that girl. You know, the one who only works out in full matching sets and somehow never sweats. Yeah, hate her, but sure wouldn’t mind being her.
Noli Yoga
Noli Yoga Liquid Leggings, $80 $56 & Studio Bra, $50 $35
Noli Yoga Core Bra, $55 $38.50 & MVP Legging, $98 $68.60
Noli Yoga Metallic Stripe Mesh Top, $68 $47.60 & Tiger Foil High Rise Legging, $108 $61.60
Right now, Noli Yoga is doing their part to get me motivated to do that 10-minute ab circuit I keep seeing on TikTok by offering 30% off sitewide for a limited time. They have an incredible assortment of cool-girl workout pieces, like their black gloss liquid set and metallic stripe mesh top that I’m obsessed with.
Ultracor
Leo Legging Limited Edition, $209 $114.95
Tie Dye Legging Limited Edition, $198 $108.90
Animal print and tie-dye are two of the biggest trends for spring. Of course, we unfortunately haven’t had a chance to flaunt those trends out in the real world yet because we’ve all been on lockdown. However, thanks to Ultracor and their incredible Ultra Super Sale happening right now, you can still sport the trends in your house (and on your Insta Story) while you work out.
Niyama Sol
Niyama Sol Icy Hot High Waisted Legging, $92 $64.40& Criss Cross Sports Bra, $58 $40.60
Niyama Sol Cami High Waisted Legging, $88 $61.60 & Eclipse Medium Support Sports Bra, $58 $40.60
Niyama Sol Python High Waisted Legging, $88 $61.60 & Diamondback Sports Bra, $58 $40.60
Anything J.Lo does, I will blindly follow suit. (Minus the whole not drinking thing, but that’s it). J.Lo is a huge fan of this brand, Niyama Sol, and, if that alone isn’t reason enough for you to check out their site, they’re also offering 30% off right now on all their amazing J.Lo-approved activewear.
Fitness Hub
Girlfriend Collective Paloma Bra, $38 $26.60 & High Rise Compressive Legging, $68 $47.60
Adidas by Stella McCartney Warp Knit Tights, $120 $84
Year of Ours Bandana Carly Bra, $77 $53.90 & Bandana Rocky Legging, $108 $75.60
Never heard of Fitness Hub? Well let me introduce you because this just may be my new go-to destination for activewear. They carry all of the top activewear brand names you already know and love, and are currently offering 30% off all their full price product with code BEWELL30.
Beyond Yoga
Beyond Yoga Lost Your Marbles Bra, $68 $47.95 & Lost Your Marbles Leggings, $110 $77.95
Amanda Kloots Biker Bodysuit, $120 $102.99
Beyond Yoga Twinkle High Waisted Midi Legging, $99 $69.95
Add some feminine sparkle to your activewear with these super cute sale pieces from Beyond Yoga. For example, this marble activewear set which, let me tell you, also happens to conveniently be available in three different colors. I’m not going to tell you to order all three, but I’m not not going to tell you to do it either…
If you haven’t been motivated to workout then I highly recommend you treat yourself to some new activewear. And, who knows, maybe once you start making it a daily thing then you’ll even become one of those people “addicted to the high” that it supposedly brings. In quarantine times, anything is possible and let’s just say, crazier things have happened.
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Admit it. Working from home sounded fun, at first. We were going to have so much time for self-improvement. There was no doubt we were going to work out daily, get that killer summer body, focus on skincare, get dressed, the whole nine yards.
But, here we are on what feels like day 500 of social distancing. Hair has not been brushed, pajamas have been on for three weeks straight, and working out has been replaced with “how many cookies can I eat before I pass out”.
Given that here in NY, the stay-at-home orders have been extended for another month, I decided it was extremely important I find new motivations to work out and give a sh*t about my health and wellness. How does one get motivated to workout aside from the obvious end goal and results?
Two words: cute clothes.
If you’re feeling uninspired, take a peek below at my current favorite workout brands and the pieces that motivate me the most. If these don’t get you off the couch, godspeed.
Gigi C Sport
I’ve always had a thing for pastel colors, because they compliment everyone. I mean it when I say there isn’t a single person that looks bad in a pale pink or soft blue. Gigi C Sport just launched their Spring 20 Active Collection, and I’m obsessed. If I was rich and fabulous, I would honestly purchase the entire collection, because that is how much I like it. I DO own the Eden top + Katrina legging set in Sky Blue (pastels, FTW), and I am proud to say I actively searched for online workout classes to put this look to use. I must also mention the Maxine Romper, which is like an 80s workout dream done right in 2020. I’ll stop rambling on, but yeah, this is currently my favorite activewear brand.
Gigi C Eden Top & Katrina Legging
BrownDyedGirl
If you’re like me, the thought of wearing a sports bra and leggings to a public gym is more terrifying than going on a date with Joe Exotic. That being said, I’ve always turned to sweatshirts and sweatpants for a workout. They need to be cute, obv, and although we are now working out in the comfort of our homes, I’m still rocking my sets from BrownDyedGirl. My absolute favorite is the Pastel Crew Set (pastels, FTW, again!), but they’re honestly all cute AF if you’re into tie-dye. Some noteworthy names can often be found rocking the sets, including Hannah B + Hannah G of Bachelor Nation, Danielle Bernstein of @weworewhat, and model Camille Kostek, just to name a few. If you prefer hoodies over crewnecks, my favorite is this grey set. A little birdie (aka Jordan Baker, the founder of BrownDyedGirl) also told me that a T-shirt and biker short sets are coming soon, SO I’ll definitely be snagging those to work out in.
Yummie
Aside from looking cute, I want to be the MOST comfortable when WOFH (not sure if this is a thing, but I’m making it a thing). Yummie leggings are great, because I can lounge in them for an hour while avoiding the workout, but also feel cozy once the workout commences. The Seamless Shaping Legging comes in five colors, and are my personal favorites (Grape Leaf is my color of choice), but browsing the site there are a ton of cute options, including a 4-Piece Legging Kit which covers all the bases and is a major bang for your buck.
Yummie Seamless Shaping Legging
Terez
Calling all the girls who take the front and center spot at every workout class: Terez is the brand for you. All of their matching sets are really cute, fit well, and come in the most fun colors and prints that are going to make you stand out, no matter where you position yourself. But during these times, since we obviously don’t have the people around us to motivate us in a class, putting on a brightly colored sports bra and legging set will give you the kick you need to get off the couch. I’m obsessed with literally all the active sets, but especially love Rainbow Haze Balayage Reversible Sports Bra and matching Tall Band Leggings because they make me feel like I’m at a rave, so like, perfect motivation to do that at-home dance cardio class.
Terez Rainbow Haze Balayage Reversible Sports Bra & Rainbow Haze Balayage Tall Band Leggings
Alo
If you’re channeling your inner zen during this time, I give you all the credit. I have been trying to do yoga daily, in hopes of feeling calm for at least 30 minutes of the day (yes, dramatic, I know). I turn to my Vapor Snakeskin Set for yoga because it still makes me feel like *that bitch* while shuffling between a mental breakdown and mountain pose. It’s all about balance, amiright? Alo also has THE coziest half zip hoodies, which I’ve been wearing during walks around the block (please practice safe social distancing when exiting the home!).
Alo Vapor Snakeskin Bra & High-Waist Short Set
All Access
I like All Access for a few reasons. One, the brand was founded in NYC, so it’s fun to support a local brand. Two, they allow me to channel my inner 80s workout video (I’m sensing a theme here). The Front Row Bra + Center Stage Leggings in Hot Coral are so funky and are sure to catch your neighbors’ attention (whether you want it or not). When I open my drawers, I’m instantly drawn to this set and it reminds me to put down the Kinder Bar (these have been my weird weakness throughout quarantine and I honestly can’t be stopped) and start the cardio.
All Access Front Row Bra & Center Stage Leggings
Year of Ours
I’m hot and cold with paisley print, but I am o b s e s s e d with this set from Year of Ours. The Bandana Bra + Leggings are so dang cute. I ordered the blue set, which is exclusive to Bandier, but they also have a red/white and black/white set on their own site here. I choose this set when I want to do cardio or something more active (not because it’s specifically designed for that, just because this print excites me).
Year of Ours Banana Bra & Leggings
Girlfriend Collective
Girlfriend Collective is a f*cking awesome brand who focuses on ethical manufacturing, celebrating diversity and beauty in all its forms, and sustainability—their clothing is made out of recycled materials. Don’t ask me how, but it works. And the result is simple, comfortable activewear you can feel good about buying. I’m looking to their high-rise bike shorts and accompanying sports bras, hoping that when the weather is warm enough to wear them, we will finally be allowed outside.
Girlfriend Collective Saguaro High-Rise Bike Shorts & Saguaro Paloma Bra
Outdoor Voices
If you, like me, do a 40-minute workout and sweat so much that you are convinced you have some sort of disorder, Outdoor Voice’s TechSweat leggings are for you. The fabric is light and breathable and the waistband won’t slide down. Also the color blocking is so chic. Pair them with the Doing Things Bra, also made with TeachSweat™ fabric, and get ready to get gross.
Outdoor Voices Techsweat 7/8 Zoom Leggings & Doing Things Bra
Koral
Once I discovered Bandier, it was over for my wallet. They are not a designer, but a retailer that has tons of activewear brands, among them, Koral. From leggings to sweatshirts, tanks to sports bras, they have fashionable pieces that you can wear during the day on your Zoom calls to make your coworkers think you got dressed, and then during your workout.
Proud
This ethically-sourced activewear newcomer donates 10% of proceeds from every sale to charity—and you get to choose the charity (St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Pink Ribbon Girls, Baby2Baby, Homes for Our Troops, Off The Street Club, or the Rezvan Foundation) when you check out. With a completely neutral color palette, those of you who wear all black will want to buy everything. Their hoodies and zip-ups look bad-ass, and I love the ballerina leggings, which have a chic tie detail at the bottom, are super comfortable, and won’t slide down during your HIIT live stream.
Proud Be Passionate Asymmetrical Tank
And with that being said, I wish us all luck. Let us have strength to say yes to Instagram live workout classes. We can get through this!
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