Peloton offers a wide variety of workout classes led by a diverse group of instructors. This guide explores different instructor styles and personalities to help you find the perfect fit for your desired workout and mood.
Peloton is one of the most popular fitness companies in the U.S., offering a range of machines and classes, both online and in person at its studios in New York City, where you can actually meet some of the best Peloton instructors.
Peloton started in 2012 with its stationary bike, which exploded in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, when congregating in large groups at places like gyms was discouraged. Over the years, Peloton has expanded to offer even more machines and types of classes. These include the Peloton Tread and Peloton Row, as well as strength-training, yoga, meditation, stretching, walking, outdoor running classes and more. If you're a Peloton member, it can be overwhelming to decide what kind of workout to try. For each option, there are at least several instructors who all bring a different energy, play different types of music and have different approaches to motivating their students. Even if you've had a Peloton membership for years, the new teachers who join every so often can mean you'll still need to do some research from time to time. What's more, you may be in the mood to do multiple types of workouts in one session, like cardio followed by strength-training, stretching and meditation, so there's even more to choose from! While some early, popular Peloton instructors have left, like Kendall Toole and Ross Rayburn, many fan-favorites remain, like Cody Rigsby, Robin Arzon, Matt Wilpers and TODAY contributor Ally Love. Here's a guide to some of the best Peloton instructors and how to choose one based on your desired workout and mood. Cycling When you want to feel the burn: Tunde Oyeneyin, Alex Toussaint Tunde Oyeneyin is one of Peloton’s most challenging instructors — she’ll leave you breathless. But as she commands you to crank up that resistance, she’ll also remind you that “the pain you feel today shows itself as strength tomorrow.” Alex Toussaint is another good bet if you’re looking to go hard. “Alex’s motivational quotes inspire me to work on my dad bod,” Dan Fixler, of Sudbury, Massachusetts, tells TODAY.com. “Even my 3-year-old walks around the house saying, ‘Get your vibe right, get your game tight!’” TODAY's Carson Daly is also a fan of Toussaint's motivating military-style workouts. 'You're talking right through that microphone, you're looking right at us. You're looking right into our hearts and our souls, and it's much more than just motivating us to kick the resistance up. It's deep,' Carson told Toussaint when he appeared on the show last year. When you want to party: Jess King, Ben Alldis Nicole Phelps — married to Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps — is a big fan of Jess King. “Jess’ rides are like a party!” Phelps tells TODAY.com. 'She just puts me in a good mood.” Joanna Howarth, a marketing manager in Boston, feels the same way. “Particularly during the pandemic, her classes instantly bring me to that party I’m dying to go to or to the club nights of my 20s,' Howarth says. She also connects with King on an emotional level. “Something about her fiery, colorful energy really speaks to me. ... She never fails to motivate, not just in the moments when I want to give up, but in moments when I feel triumphant, too.' If you're looking for a party on the bike, London-based instructor Ben Alldis never disappoints. Alldis serves up some of the best EDM and house music classes on the platform, which makes sense as he’s a trained DJ. You’ll love his calm and encouraging vibe. When you want good tunes and chill vibes: Denis Morton, Emma Lovewell It's all about the music with Morton — classic rock, '80s and country — are his jam. He's low-key, rides to the exact beat of the music and has a voice that many members find soothing. Emma Lovewell, like Morton, will leave you feeling mellow but joyful. “I find her to be the most balanced instructor. She's always able to find the right blend of being inspirational, motivational and entertaining without overdoing it,” DJ Aven, a small business owner in New York City, tells TODAY.com. “Above all else, she always seems to know when to let the tunes do the talking.” When you want to do some soul-searching: Christine D'Ercole The decorated track cyclist leads with her mantra, “I am. I can. I will. I do.” D’Ercole’s rides are rooted in self-talk, and she shines during her reflection rides. Micol Zimmerman of Natick, Massachusetts, appreciates that D’Ercole encourages riders to focus on their own journey and strength. “She constantly reminds us that it’s not about numbers and even instructs us not to look at the leaderboard,” Zimmerman says. “She urges us to listen to our bodies and to practice self-love. When you want to feel invincible: Robin Arzón The vice president and head instructor at Peloton infuses a dash of tough love into all of her rides. “She gets me thinking almost as much as she gets me sweating,” Rennie Dyball, an author in Baltimore, Maryland, shares. “I’m building back up after an injury right now and can only do 10- or 15-minute classes, so I have been repeating a few of them. One of my favorite Robin lines, from a low-impact class, was: 'Think you can’t get something done in 10 minutes? Stick with me.'” Kate Frank, a producer in Toronto, calls Arzón her “North Star.” 'She makes me feel like I can do anything,” Frank gushes. “On and off the bike.' When you're new to the bike: Jenn Sherman Radio host Howard Stern and freelance writer Kait Hanson both rave about Sherman, who has been with Peloton since day one. “I’m new to this exercise class stuff where there’s am instructor,” Stern said on his Sirius XM show in 2020. “But she speaks clearly. She understands what it’s like to be riding. She’s not caught up in her own personality.” Hanson likes that Sherman focuses on technique. “I would recommend her short rides for beginners because she talks about form. When you’re ready to take the plunge on longer rides, try her 30-, 45-, or 60-minute rides,” Hanson advises. “Just be sure no small children are around. She does curse a lot.' Ande Schoenfeld, a mother of two in Boston, looks up to Sherman. “She inspires to me to be badass in my 50s,” Schoenfeld says. “She makes me feel like there’s a lot to look forward to.” When you only have 20 minutes: Ally Love, Olivia Amato Think you can't squeeze in an effective workout in 20 minutes? Think again. Both Ally Love and Olivia Amato are well-known for their brutal, high-intensity interval rides. Give them 20 minutes and they will have your heart racing by the end of the warmup. When you want to laugh: Cody Rigsby You may find it hard to believe that you could ever enjoy a workout so much that you'd be chuckling the whole way through, but that's because you have taken a Cody Rigsby class yet. His emphasis on the importance of simply showing up is super motivational, and when you're staring down the barrel of several minutes of intervals, he just knows a hilarious rant or story is a perfect distraction to make the hills fly by. Running When you want to feel in control: Matt Wilpers 'Taking a class with Matt is like having a personal run coach running right next to you,' Kristy Baumann, a registered dietitian and owner of Marathon Nutritionist in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, tells TODAY.com. 'His workouts are well thought-out, and he explains how to approach the run, giving you tips and guidance along the way to help you become an efficient, strong runner.' When you want to love running: Becs Gentry 'Becs always has a smile on her face and an upbeat attitude,' Baumann says. 'Her love for running shines through each class and it’s contagious. But it doesn’t stop there. I love how her inspirational words not only keep you going during the run, but it makes you reflect on your life beyond the run. Because running isn’t just about running — it’s a portal that allows you to uncover things about yourself to become the best version of you.' When you want to make progress: Jess Sims Sims' coaching will take you places you never thought you could do — like from not being able to run for more than a few minutes to a 9-minute mile. Sims makes workouts fly with games: For instance, she’ll choose one word from a song and ask you to up the speed by .1 every time you hear it. After one class with the former kindergarten teacher, you’ll want to be her best friend. Fans who have met Sims say she’s just as bubbly and kind IRL. When you want to push past your limits: Marcel Dinkins Dinkins, a former Army lieutenant, has a devoted legion of fans who tune in for her military-style workouts. “She coaches as if we are all track athletes but doesn’t complicate things,” Pamela Willey, a small business owner in Humboldt, California, shares. “I actually feel as though has tricked me into becoming a better runner. But she is also hilarious and every run is over before I feel like it even began.” Strength When you want to focus on a certain body part: Adrian Williams, Selena Samuela With or without weights, any kind of strength workout with Adrian Williams will leave you sore the next day. His instructions are clear, easy-to-follow and accessible for all levels. TODAY.com editor Amy Eley Moran says Selena Samuela is her go-to for any strength workout. 'I love that she’s no-nonsense while also fun to spend 30 minutes with. She also picks great music.' When you want to tone without weights: Hannah Corbin Don't let Hannah Corbin's sweet demeanor fool you. Her barre and Pilates classes are intense. Corbin rarely lets you take a break, so even a 10-minute class will leave you hurting ... in a good way, of course. Yoga and meditation When you're new to meditation: Cody Rigsby 'Cody's really good for beginners,' says Molly Mulshine, who lives in London and is the host of 'Space Trash' podcast. 'If you’ve never meditated before and you have no interest in meditation or spirituality up until this point, I think Cody is really good.' When you want to start your day off right: Aditi Shah Nicole Solomon, based in Boston, loves Aditi Shah's yoga classes. “Yoga can be perceived as intimidating, but Aditi expertly balances being easygoing and playful, while pushing us to find our strength and focus in her practices,' she says. 'She makes yoga feel much more attainable and keeps me coming back for more. Not to mention, she has killer playlists that introduce me to new artists.” If you want to go to sleep: Chelsea Jackson Roberts Jackson Roberts is so soothing that she can even put young children to sleep. If you're a parent, try playing your kids a 10-minute meditation class and watch them drift off in half that time.
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