With the 2012 summer Olympics happening as well as the launch of our adidas Originals x Opening Ceremony collaboration collection, we're feeling sportier than ever! In our "Let's Get Physical" series, we checked in with friends of OC to find out what they do to stay in shape.
During the 80s, fitness was all about Jane Fonda and her legwarmers, in the 90s many of us let out all of our aggro via Tae Bo, and the 2000s re-introduced us to Bikram. These days, just to bring you up speed, the latest fitness phenomenon is SoulCycle. Not familiar? Search SoulCycle (or soul cycle [sic]) on Twitter and you’ll begin to understand this NY-based obsession. So where's the beef? Is it just like spinning? Nuh-uh! It’s a full-body workout situation (bringing in push-ups, squats, and weights) while your legs spin around like crazy! Add in a candelit stuido, awesome music, and motivational vibes from the instructor, and you have yourself a fitness experience. OC gal pals Audrey and Joana got physical with SoulCycle instructor Kym last week. (Should you ever feel the need to eat those Ho Hos again, let Kym be your inspiration.) Peep the pics from the shoot and read about Audrey and Joana's workout essentials below.
Name: Audrey Gelman
How long have you been taking SoulCycle classes? Six months
How often do you attend classes? Three to four times a week
How do you prepare for the class? Drink a double shot of espresso, especially if it's at 7am.
Immediately after SoulCycle class, I like to: Take a shower and restrain myself from buying SoulCycle workout clothes.
In high school, gym class was: a full bummer!
Top songs on your workout playlist? "Dance (A$$)" by Big Sean, "Mercy" by Kanye, "Hounds of Love" by Kate Bush, "Heartbeats" by The Knife, and "Sweet Jane" by Cowboy Junkies (cool down song).
Favourite workout moment in pop culture? Louie CK goes to the gym
Fitness inspiration? Kelly Ripa
Any tips for someone wanting to start this class? Drink a ton of water before, pace yourself, and get funky!
Workout mantra? "I'm a steamroller, baby, I'm 'bout to roll all over you" —Elvis Presley
SoulCycle to me is like: Batteries to a battery-powered car
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Name: Joana Avillez
How long have you been taking SoulCycle classes? Four months
How often do you attend classes? Twice a week
How do you prepare for the class? By reminding myself I have no choice because I already paid for it.
Immediately after SoulCycle class, I like to: Wander into the nearby Whole Foods and buy groceries for dinner.
In high school, gym class was: a nice time to sing Britney Spears and practice dance moves
Top songs on your workout playlist? Blazin' hip-hop and R&B
Favorite workout moment in pop culture? The strength train
During the 80s, fitness was all about Jane Fonda and her legwarmers, in the 90s many of us let out all of our aggro via Tae Bo, and the 2000s re-introduced us to Bikram. These days, just to bring you up speed, the latest fitness phenomenon is SoulCycle. Not familiar? Search SoulCycle (or soul cycle [sic]) on Twitter and you’ll begin to understand this NY-based obsession. So where's the beef? Is it just like spinning? Nuh-uh! It’s a full-body workout situation (bringing in push-ups, squats, and weights) while your legs spin around like crazy! Add in a candelit stuido, awesome music, and motivational vibes from the instructor, and you have yourself a fitness experience. OC gal pals Audrey and Joana got physical with SoulCycle instructor Kym last week. (Should you ever feel the need to eat those Ho Hos again, let Kym be your inspiration.) Peep the pics from the shoot and read about Audrey and Joana's workout essentials below.
Name: Audrey Gelman
How long have you been taking SoulCycle classes? Six months
How often do you attend classes? Three to four times a week
How do you prepare for the class? Drink a double shot of espresso, especially if it's at 7am.
Immediately after SoulCycle class, I like to: Take a shower and restrain myself from buying SoulCycle workout clothes.
In high school, gym class was: a full bummer!
Top songs on your workout playlist? "Dance (A$$)" by Big Sean, "Mercy" by Kanye, "Hounds of Love" by Kate Bush, "Heartbeats" by The Knife, and "Sweet Jane" by Cowboy Junkies (cool down song).
Favourite workout moment in pop culture? Louie CK goes to the gym
Fitness inspiration? Kelly Ripa
Any tips for someone wanting to start this class? Drink a ton of water before, pace yourself, and get funky!
Workout mantra? "I'm a steamroller, baby, I'm 'bout to roll all over you" —Elvis Presley
SoulCycle to me is like: Batteries to a battery-powered car
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Name: Joana Avillez
How long have you been taking SoulCycle classes? Four months
How often do you attend classes? Twice a week
How do you prepare for the class? By reminding myself I have no choice because I already paid for it.
Immediately after SoulCycle class, I like to: Wander into the nearby Whole Foods and buy groceries for dinner.
In high school, gym class was: a nice time to sing Britney Spears and practice dance moves
Top songs on your workout playlist? Blazin' hip-hop and R&B
Favorite workout moment in pop culture? The strength train