Most Recommended Home Workouts

“Now that it’s cold out, all that running, hiking and outdoor exercise is less fun. Here are some ideas of the best workouts that can be done right from your living room.
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It’s almost winter now and you know the routine. When it’s cold outside and there’s nowhere to go, a little daily exercise not only improves your health, but undeniably boosts your overall mood. Summer was nice, but now that we’re all stuck at home because it's cold and well, the pandemic, there are actually more ways than ever to turn your home into a gym, yoga studio or even bootcamp class. 

To beat the chilly quarantine doldrums, we asked the women of Passerbuys how they’ve been working out and where they find their fitness inspiration. We’ve rounded up where they like to virtually workout to help you stay motivated or maybe try something new and they’re for everyone from the nervous novice or a seasoned pro.

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Chloe Ting 

recommended by ivy weinglass, annika hansteen-izora 

YouTube star Chloe Ting uploads weekly workout videos along with healthy eating ideas to supplement the lifestyle. Want ideas for fifteen minute workouts or a two week plan to gain a six-pack? Ting might have the plan for you. 

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Alo Moves 

recommended by natalie pace, melissa flashman 

Offering unlimited yoga, meditation, and fitness courses, Alo Moves has thousands of classes for you to replicate the studio experience from the comfort of your home. Along with the regular classes, they also offer crash courses on mindfulness and building individual skills, such as doing splits or handstands. 

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Blogilates 

recommended by janine lee 

Blogger and YouTuber Cassey Ho, known as Blogilates, has been inspiring women around the world since 2009. As Janine Lee says, “Cassey and I are in like a long-term relationship.” Ho’s channel and blog offer a wide variety of workout ideas and routines, meal plans, and printable fitness plans. 

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Move With Nicole 

recommended by rachel nguyen 

Nicole, a Barre & Pilates instructor from Sydney, Australia, has a little bit of everything on her channel. Along with regular mat workouts, she also has videos for barre workouts utilizing everyday objects, like a chair, and focusing on specific parts of the body. 

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Sky Ting Yoga 

recommended by zan goodman

Sky Ting Yoga, which at one time had three New York locations, Chinatown, Tribeca and Williamsburg, now offers online classes and workshops for all levels. Classes range from physical asana postures, breathwork, meditation, and philosophy and aim to provide a balanced yoga experience. 

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Body by Ciara 

recommended by natassia dreams

Ciara London, a personal trainer and body sculptor, has been able to take her training program global with the transition online. With over 30 live workouts a week, they are saved on Instagram to be streamed later. Focusing on body positivity, proper nutrition, and empowerment, London’s classes are truly for everyone. 

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Sydney Cummings

recommended by whitney fierce 

A NASM Certified Personal Trainer, entrepreneur, and college athlete, Sydney Cummings’ bootcamps and specialized workouts come from a well-refined background. Whitney Fierce swears “Sydney Cummings has actually changed my life, I am stronger than when I used to go to the gym every day.” With workout plans ranging from 20 minutes to an hour, there’s something for everyone. 

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Elena Brower via Glo

recommended by rian fossett 

Glo, an online website dedicated to fitness classes, offers unlimited access to classes in yoga, meditation, Pilates, and fitness for its members, as well as a community platform to spark conversations about health. With over 4,000 classes immediately available to stream at your convenience, you can also join into a live session to be in the moment. Rian Fossett specifically recommends tuning into Elena Brower’s classes. 

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Obe Fitness 

recommended by liz turrigiano 

With online classes ranging from beginner to advanced levels, Obe Fitness maintains a plethora of programs that can suit all of your needs. With expert and certified instructors, you can choose to tune into one of the 5,482 classes offered on-demand or to one of the twenty-two live daily courses.  

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Fitness Blender 

recommended by jenna saraco 

Run by a married couple, Fitness Blender aims to make fitness affordable and accessible to everyone. With recipes, a blog, videos, and programs, they ensure that your fitness journey is attainable. Feeling lonely? They offer a discussion board and blog to foster a sense of community. 

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Other recommendations include A Second U and Maria Cutrona (as recommended by and Erin Allweiss), dancing to homecoming by Beyoncé (as recommended by Jameela Jamil), Move with Tash and Maxeffort (as recommended by Folasade Adeoso), Movement for Modern Life (as recommended by Shawana Grosvenor) and sWORKIT (as recommended by Annika Hansteen-Izora). 

Words by Ashley Hajimirsadeghi

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The Passerbuys 2016 Holiday Gift Guide

“If you’re starting to panic about how you’ll find something for everyone on your list in time for the holidays, take a deep breath and check out our 2016 Gift Guide. ”

We’re sharing our top picks from our own wish list so you can stop stressing about shopping and start enjoying the season, preferably with some mulled wine and a slice of pie. The best part? We’re including some exclusive discounts to help get you in the spirit. Happy Holidays, from Passerbuys.

Fur Oil

A bottle of Fur Oil is our top pick for your product-obsessed friend whose bathroom looks like her personal drugstore. She’s the queen of indulgent bathtime rituals, and she’ll love the new addition to her routine. Plus, the pretty bottle of chartreuse-colored oil will look great on one of her many fully-stocked shelves. Get 15% off your order through Jan. 2 when you sign up to receive emails from Fur.

Laura Lombardi

When we visited Laura Lombardi’s studio as part of our Meet The Makers series, we immediately knew that a piece from her elegant jewelry line would make a perfect gift for any number of women on our holiday shopping list. We’re already picturing how perfect the XL Classic Hoop Earrings will look dangling from the ears of any number of our well-dressed friends, from the polished minimalist dresser whose wardrobe is strictly neutrals, to the funky modern hippie who loves to rock a colorful headscarf. Order a pair with our exclusive code PasserBuys and get 25% off through Dec. 20.

Upstate

You can get 15% off two of our favorite styles, Earth Itajime and Kelp Arashi, through Dec. 31 with the codes PASSERBUYS-EARTH and PASSERBUYS-KELP, respectively.

Seeing Upstate founder Kalen Kaminski in action when we visited her studio made us fall in even more in love with the brand’s shibori-inspired tie-dyes. One of her sarongs, which can be used as anything from a scarf to a swaddle-ready blanket, is our top pick for that globe-trotting friend who’s always on the go. 

Floss Gloss

Some of us collect shades of lipstick. Others collect sheet masks, or won’t stop until they’ve tried every serum under the sun. We’re also told that some people collect objects that aren’t beauty products, but we’re skeptical about that one. For the friend whose favorite obsession is nail polish, a little bottle of something pretty (or fierce, or punk rock - the options are endless!) from the Floss Gloss Holidaze 2016 Collection will be a guaranteed hit. And with 15% off the whole collection through Dec. 31 with the code LOVEPASSERBUYS you can order a shade for everyone you need a little something small for. 

AYR

Anything from independent clothing label AYR is guaranteed to fit seamlessly into the thoughtfully curated of closets of your best-dressed friends. With high quality materials and designs that won’t go out of style with the changing of seasons, the splurge will be worth it if you’re shopping for someone high on your list, like a best friend or sister. Make the purchase a little easier on your budget by using the code AYR-PASS to get 15% off your order and free shipping through Dec. 31. 

RUDAS

If your roommate is Arianna Huffington (or equally obsessed with naps and general lounging around), they’re going to love some Idlewear from Rudas. We know, they already manage to always look so well-rested, and your jealousy kind of makes you want to get them a year’s supply of ground espresso in hopes of messing up their perpetual calm. But you know they’d look too chic relaxing in the Oyster-colored Dune Jacket for you to start acting petty now. Good job! As a reward, take 20% off your order with the code CHEERS20 through Dec. 31. 

Glossier

From Glossier's many holiday specials, we'd pick the Phase 1 + Black Tie combo set for our trendy younger sisters (who may need a little push to take care of their skin as they party through their college years), and take advantage of the 4 for 40 deal on Flavored Balm Dot Com to gift to the friend whose chapped lips always suffer all winter long. Either way, we'll feel extremely satisfied that our purchase will qualify for free shipping on orders over $30.

Tinker

We think a Tinker watch would look great on anyone’s wrist, but it seems like a particularly good choice for that friend who just rented a rustic cabin in Vermont for New Year’s...sans electricity. Even brave, adventurous souls need to know when the clock strikes midnight, and a watch from Tinker is an especially stylish way to know the time long after iPhone batteries die. Opt to design the watch yourself to give your gift a personal touch. For 10% off your purchase through Dec. 31, use the code Tinkerbuys.

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Illustrations by Rachel Campbell