Peloton instructor Ally Love shares her morning routine, including how she stays hydrated and prioritizes meditation.

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In 2023, she even hosted her own dance competition show on Netflix calledDance 100.

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If her life sounds busy, thats because it is.

Early to bed, early to rise, as the saying goes.

I have more water bottles all over my house because hydration is very much synonymous with who I am.

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I love Contigo water bottlesone of the things that drew me to them is their accessibility.

So these water bottles are very nostalgic for me and remind me of growing up.

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I use thePeloton appformeditation classes, or Im just silent and venture to stay as quiet as possible.

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I ask myself every morning, What or how do I want to feel today?

Some days I want to be very productive and Im looking at what and some days its how.

For instance, wow can I be quiet or listen today?

Happy woman dancing and listening to music near a green empty wall outdoor in the city.

A common question I get is How are you always so positive?

I think its because I do these little things like hydration, preparing for my day, and meditation.

I say Im not a positive person, Ipractice positivity.

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I practice positivity through positive framing.

Ive been doing this since I started at Peloton.

There are many things folks dont see.

A young black woman doing post-run stretches in the park on the road amidst green grass and trees.

But the reality is that most times we teach anywhere from three to six classes back to back.

Because of this, I see to it to stay hydrated.

When Imdehydrated, it leads to fatigue and Ill forget my workout due to fogginess in my brain.

I might also have a banana with almond butter on a rice cake.

I dont always love breakfast, but one of the things I may eat before theToday Showisbison jerkyand avocado.

So I teach, head to a Peloton meeting, and then Im on-air live.

After that, I have another Peloton meeting.

This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

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