Weight Lifting Queen and Oner Active Founder Krissy Cela Shares Her Workout Wear Staples & More
If you count yourself as a weightlifting girl, you know who Krissy Cela is. Ever since she started Oner Active in 2020, the co-founder and creative director has made quite a name for herself in the women’s weightlifting community. Not only has the London-based entrepreneur amassed 3.3 million Instagram followers of her own, but the mom-to-be has made it her mission to make the weightlifting lifestyle more approachable. “Oner Active was born out of my desire to create a brand that not only empowers women to feel confident in their skin but also offers high-quality, functional activewear that supports every workout and lifestyle – specifically in strength training,” explains the strength training coach (who also founded the Evolve You app).
Oner is not your typical Pilates girl workout line. Yes, the styles are cute and flattering, but these outfits offer more compression and they’re made to get seriously sweaty. Just last month they launched the Oner Active Legendary Collection, which pays tribute to the iconic bodybuilding scene of the 80s. Think: bold shapes and vintage-inspired color palettes, designed to accentuate muscles and showcase strength. Standout pieces include low-coverage bra styles, onesies, and their first-ever shrug.
Keep reading for what pieces Krissy wears daily, how she practices self-care, and other wellness must-haves.
What are your favorite pieces from the brand?
The Effortless Leggings and Mellow Soft Tops. I designed the Effortless leggings to enhance your curves and also be fit for the gym. Mellow soft is a multi-use fabric you can take wherever you go and wear in, or outside the gym.
What’s your weekly workout schedule?
My weekly workout schedule consists of three strength training sessions from the Evolve You app’s Strong program, alongside two long walks. I’m seven months pregnant, so I’m doing the best I can!
What’s always in your gym bag?
I use the Oner Mini Go To Gym Bag. It’s so spacious and I can use it to and from the gym and when I need to pack a change of clothing. I always have my AirPods, spare Oner socks, Oner leggings, a water bottle, and lip balm.
If you had to pick, what is a go-to workout outfit?
Definitely a green or blue set! The Effortless Leggings, Timeless Strappy Bra, and Mellow Soft T-Shirt never fail.
Tell us about your morning routine.
I wake up at 6 am and brush my teeth! Then put on my comfy lifestyle products from Oner; I’m obsessed with our Lounge pieces. Then my first meeting starts at 7 am, then I’m in meetings until 11 am.
What is your go-to breakfast?
My hubby makes me coffee and colostrum every morning, he is the best!
What are your top five pantry staples you can’t live without?
My pantry staples are sour sweets, Nutella, Brazil nuts, dried mango, and hot sauce.
What is your favorite self-care practice?
I love love love spending time with my hubby and dogs. It’s my favorite form of self-care.
Are there any other wellness must-have products you can’t live without?
I would say my wellness must-have is my Eight Sleep mattress topper. It’s absolutely incredible! Also a monthly massage for lymphatic drainage and red light therapy, for sure.