10 Workout Essentials for Your Summer Workouts

By Jessica Ourisman | May 17, 2021

Feature Image by Caley Vanular

As we prep for the hot and humid summer weather (depending on where you’re located), we’ve been thinking of how to tweak our at-home workout regimens. For instance, the heat is ideal for stretching, which is on point for our yoga and pilates practices!

As for staying motivated to keep up your fitness regimens this summer, Anna Chapman, yoga instructor on Joyn.co and size inclusion expert, notes, “My tip for staying motivated is shifting to feeling-based goals. When I work out to feel joyful, strong, and powerful I am unstoppable. Let go of the number metrics, they are joy killers!”

Now, shop 10 of our fitness essentials to get your sweat on this summer.

Retrospec Pismo Yoga Mat 5mm $26.99

Of course, you need a yoga mat with the moon phases on it. The next time you get grounded in your flow, be reminded of your cool, cosmic self while working on your downward dog. Stay wild, moon child.

glo Pure Bottle $49.90

Never forget to stay hydrated with this reusable, plastic-free water bottle. The self-cleaning, BPA-free design uses a built-in UV-C light to kill 99.9% of viruses and bacteria contaminating your water. Plus, 5% of sales are donated to Daughter’s Rising, a non-profit that helps to encourage young women to attend school.

rē•spin by Halle Berry Fitness Collection: Speed Jump Rope $10

If you’re in the mood for some cardio, you have met your portable fitness match. Burn calories in intensive little bursts of fast-paced jump rope sessions thanks to this affordable (and fun) fitness find.

Core Club Trio Bundle $72

Fans of pilates can enhance their at-home practices with this trio of necessities: resistance bands, a stability ball, and a pilates ring. Use them on your own, or when you tune in to one of their challenging mat-based classes developed by celebrity pilates instructor, Amanda Kassar.

Superfit Hero SUPERHOLD Sport’s Bra $65

This size-inclusive fitness line features a long line design for extra coverage and sufficient support during medium-to-high impact activities. The fabric is ultra-soft, quick-drying, and will not chafe the skin — ideal for babes with big boobs. “I love the set because of the fit,” Chapman says. “The shorts don’t roll and the bra fits perfectly!”