indoor cycling gear: what to wear so you get there

There’s good reason that indoor cycling has been around since the 1980s. A full body cardio workout, these days it’s usually packed into 45 to 60 minute sessions that target your legs, core and self-determination. It’s not too bad for your personal life, either.

“My husband and I discovered it was the first workout we enjoyed doing together,” says Jillian Sheridan, owner of the serene new, Moroccan-inspired Eastwood Cycle Sanctuary in Vancouver.

To kick off a day that includes cycling, a substantial breakfast—definitely with carbs—and a big coffee are morning musts, says Jillian. Soup, juice, and a whack of water keep her going all day until a protein-and-greens heavy dinner.

Dashing between class, meetings and instructor rides, she styles her sweat apparel with boyfriend jeans, sweaters, hats and slip-on sneakers. “I keep a locker full of clothes in case I need to change roles,” she admits. For spin, though, it’s always “a sleeveless top with a high neck, a sports bra with firm support, lightweight cropped leggings or padded shorts—medium length.” On her headphones? “Anything old school rap with a good beat,” she says.

So you’re not left scrambling to get dressed, packed and out the door for your pre-dawn cycle to your indoor cycle—and to lighten your bag—wear versatile pieces over your sweat outfit for warmth. Pack a change of clothes that will continue to wick sweat as you cool down post-ride, and get you through your day stylishly. Now go, get (back) into the saddle.

Your day kit (from top left):
Yin To You Sweater in Alberta Lake (psst… this is a sneak peek, watch for this product coming soon)
in White

in Atomic Red
in Black
Clip In Long Sleeve (optional warm up item) in Heathered Alberta Lake

in White
Clip in Tank in Silver Spoon (psst… this is a sneak peek, watch for this product coming soon)
Smith’s Rosebud Salve

in Classic Chevron Black
Vagabond “Kasai” Shoes

Bonus: If your body needs a stretch, you’re set up for a yoga session with this tank-and-pant base layer.

Elim is a lover of all things fashion and style. When she isn’t championing our athletic style as lululemon’s Brand Stylist, she can be found wearing a lot of black, running, hitting the mat or consuming copious amounts of Vogue and Porter. She loves exploring whatever life hands over and captures most of these moments on Instagram.