The whole celebrity gym-going thing has always kind of amused me. For one, don’t celebrities already have their own in-home fitness centers (or at the very least, ellipticals)? If so, why bother making the oh-so-public trek to the nearest Equinox just to get photographed looking sweat-tastic? The answer is twofold: for one, the gyms and hiking trails A-listers frequent might as well be on the red carpet—they’re swarming with nearby paparazzi, onlookers, and fellow stars. Secondly, the “celebrity gym run” is so much of a publicity stunt in itself, it’s clear that their stylists outfit their workout ensembles, so as to make us mortals feel even more reluctant about gym going than we already are.

And while I do not recommend sporting a knit cap or Hermès Birkin bag to your nearest Equinox, I do recommend choosing a pair of fun, colorful gym shoes that make you feel like a celebrity in your own right. Check out my favorite under-$100 stylish gym shoes below:

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These tops bring whole new meaning to sports “clubs.”

Although Adidas by Stella McCartney has already been around for seven years, I guess I never really gave it the proper credit it deserves (it could have something to do with my equally neglected gym membership…). But upon viewing the collection on Net-a-Porter, I was shocked at two things: 1. the fact that it looks absolutely nothing like athletic apparel 2. the affordable price points (likely due to the fact that despite the aforementioned statement, it is supposed to be athletic apparel). And thanks to deductive reasoning, I discovered #3: it makes sense to buy from the Stella McCartney for Adidas line because it’s so reasonable, and just wear it everywhere BUT the gym. Check out my favorite picks below:

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So we can’t all look like we belong in the Victoria’s Secret swimsuit catalog, but hey, we can try. And what better way to get into the workout groove than with new multi-weather workout gear? We’re not talking about your brother’s raggy sweatshirt, we mean sweat-absorbing leggings and wireless yet supportive sports bras. So take a look and find your motivation here to look like Alessandra Ambrosio in no time.

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Whether or not you’ve kept your resolutions, it’s time to reward yourself.

This Velvet Enora Pullover Hooded Top ($84) looks cute everywhere–wear it to yoga or wear it with a pencil skirt for work. It’s slouchy casual but with a cool drapey effect that masks any holiday weight–bonus! We wish it came in more colors because we’d seriously wear it everyday, every season.

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With the new year comes plenty of resolutions. No more junk food, no more alcohol, exercise more – it can be a pretty daunting list. Not only did we find you 10 products that make resolutions easier, but for those of you zeroing in on the gym goals, we bring you the best workout clothes for cold weather:

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NikeWomen is asking women (yourself included) to visit Nike.com and create your own mantra about what inspires you: We’re inspired by finding our passion, and going at it 120%.

Watch your mantra appear in the gallery on Nike.com – if yours wins, Serena Williams will wear it during a match for the whole world to see.

What’s more inspiring than that?

Head to Nike.com to create your own mantra.

The performance hooded top ($100) shown here in energizing fuchsia is a beautiful reminder to get your bum over to the gym, plus, it will boost your confidence to have something new in your sports attire repertoire. Best yet, the more you go to work out, the more bang for the buck you’ll get from your monthly dues. Can you really put a price on a tight body?

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Work Out While You Walk

A ton of companies are making really useful gadgets that help you monitor your activity throughout the day.

The latest iPod Nano ($149) has a digital pedometer built in, so you can track your steps while you walk. If you don’t want an iPod attached, you can carry the Omron Digital Pedometer ($22.99) in your handbag, and find out your steps taken, distance, and calories burned when you’re done with your day.

Two other, wearable pedometers – the Polar FA20 Activity Computer ($109.95) and BodyMedia’s GoWear ($179.99) both track steps, and calories burned, plus they offer online components where you can track your progress in more detail – the GoWear even monitors how well you sleep.

Fix Up Your Health Habits

To make sure your bad habits are in check, grab an iPosture ($49.95) and a Hyp Yoga DVD ($39.99). The iPosture, a little button you can clip to your bra, vibrates when you slouch, reminding you to sit up straight all day.

Hyp Yoga combines yoga and hypnosis, to let you relax while you work out, all the while helping to change self-defeating eating habits.

Fashion That Gives You A Workout

These cute accessories are really stealthy fitness aids: Banglz ($27.99 for 2), which basically look like cloth-covered bangle bracelets, are half-pound weights that help tone arms while you do everyday lifting (i.e. buttoning your blouse)

FitFlop Mukluks ($112), which basically look like shearling booties, help tone your legs and butt while you walk (plus, you can cuff them or fold them up depending on your outfit).

Wear both together and you’re practically doing a strength circuit.

Almost Effortless Dieting

We think that downsizing portions is a lot easier than the whole planning ahead, making all your meals on Sunday, not eating ice cream thing. Measure Up Bowls ($29.99 for 2) have lines that mark out portion sizes right inside the bowl – pour your cereal up to the 1/2 cup line, fill with milk to a cup. Done.