I’ve been working from home for almost a year now and, like many others who are navigating this new work/life balance, I’m finding myself working harder (and longer) than I ever did while in office.

I’ve shouldered more stress and anxiety than usual, which has forced me to find new ways to preserve my mental sanity. Enter: Peloton. 

Let me clarify first. I’m not a fitness junkie or gym rat. I don’t run. My face turns beet red when I do any form of exercise. But my Peloton bike has been one of the few things I’ve relied on to maintain good mental health. 

It’s my motivational pep talk. My refresh button. My confidence boost. As good as it is for my physical health, it’s twice as beneficial for my mental health. 

Without a doubt, the instructors make the difference between a workout you dread and one you look forward to. Some days, I feel like Robin Arzón – my favorite instructor – is my life coach / therapist / mentor / best friend. Her classes have made me laugh, dance, sing, clap and even cry. They’re cathartic in every sense of the word. 

That’s why when I need a midday pick-me-up, I hop on my bike and sweat it out. One of the advantages of working from home is having the flexibility to exercise during my lunch break without completely derailing the entire day. 

So, if you’re like me and could use a little stress relief from WFH life, bookmark the below classes. These are my personal favorites and I can guarantee they’ll make you feel like the queen or king that you are. But first, straighten your crown (as Robin says). 

30-minute Lizzo Ride with Robin Arzón 

Description: Lizzo is the epitome of someone who lives her life unapologetically, and y’all know I subscribe to that ethos. This ride is a reminder to always wear your crown proudly and celebrate yourself. 

Difficulty Rating: 7.7/10

30-minute Hip Hop Ride with Tunde Oyeneyin

Description: Old school, new school, East Coast and West Coast. Sweat to the beats of the hottest hip hop throughout history.

Difficulty Rating: 8.5/10

30-minute Lady Gaga Ride with Cody Rigsby

Description: Be who you were born to be on the bike as you sweat in Cody’s Lady Gaga ride.

Difficulty Rating: 8/10

45-minute Queen Pop Ride with Robin Arzón 

Description: Join Robin for the next 45 minutes as she features hit pop songs from Queen. We promise this is one ride you do not want to miss!

Difficulty Rating: 8.5/10

30-minute Nicki Minaj Ride with Ally Love

Description: Live this moment for life and unleash your Barb as you ride with Ally to one of the best to ever do it, Nicki Minaj.

Difficulty Rating: 8.1/10

30-minute Pop Ride with Robin Arzón

Description: We dare you not to dance as you ride to all the hits from the pop music charts. Let’s party!

Difficulty Rating: 7.7/10

30-minute Miley Cyrus Ride with Jess King

Description: Unleash your inner party animal to these Miley Cyrus bangerz with Jess. 

Difficulty Rating: 7.7/10

30-minute Beyoncé Ride with Ally Love

Description: Join Ally on the bike to celebrate creativity, passion and excellence in this 30-minute Beyoncé ride.

Difficulty Rating: 8.3/10

45-minute Sweat Steady Ride with Jess King

Description: Steady, sweaty & sweet, this ride series will focus on long sustained intervals. Ride to a soundtrack of beats, bangerz and songs of celebration!

Difficulty Rating: 8.7/10

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