Betsey Johnson's models get a high-energy workout on the runway as 70-year-old designer debuts new active wear collection

By Daily Mail Reporter

PUBLISHED: 10:00 EST, 12 February 2013 | UPDATED: 14:00 EST, 12 February 2013

Betsey Johnson, never a conformist, had her models doing high-energy aerobic moves on the runway for her fall 2013 collection yesterday.

The 70-year-old designer, currently filming a reality TV show for the Style Network, put on an extravagant show to introduce her new active wear collection, called BJ Kicks A - and even joined her models for a workout.

Perched on fuchsia yoga mats, the models, using leopard-print tights as stretch bands, Champagne bottles as dumbbells, and wearing Eighties-inspired workout gear, made crunches looks easy.

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Crunch time: Betsey Johnson, never a conformist, had her models doing high-energy aerobic moves on the runway for her fall 2013 collection yesterday

The high-impact workout routine is a precursor to the designer's workout video, which will premier on her upcoming reality series, The Betsey and Lulu Show.

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In addition to her active wear line, Betsey showed her new dress collection alongside other favorites categories that include footwear, outerwear, handbags, and jewelry.

The workout clothes - colorful leggings and tank tops in hot pink, black, and a pastel print resembling a home-dyed Easter egg - were spunky.

Peek-a-boo: The 70-year-old designer put on an extravagant show to introduce her new active wear collection, called BJ Kicks A - and even joined her models for a workout

Stylish stretching: Perched on fuchsia yoga mats, the models, using leopard-print tights as stretch bands, Champagne bottles as dumbbells, and wearing Eighties-inspired workout gear, made crunches looks easy

They were shown as either a singular look or layered under pieces from her namesake line, like cute dresses worn under biker jackets, and faux fur vests.

And Betsey Johnson staples like tulle, leopard, sequins and floral prints were also aplenty.

The designer, who filed for bankruptcy in April 2012, wasn't supposed to show at fashion week this season.

VIDEO Betsey Johnson's wild workout for fall?

High impact: The workout clothes - colorful leggings and tank tops in hot pink, black, and a pastel print resembling a home-dyed Easter egg - were spunky

Moving and grooving: The high-impact workout routine is a precursor to the designer's workout video, which will premier on her upcoming reality series, The Betsey and Lulu Show

Active daywear: In addition to her active wear line, Betsey showed her new dress collection alongside other favorite categories that include footwear, outerwear, handbags, and jewelry

But, she told Style.com: 'It hit home that I wasn't showing and I got sad.'

Steven Madden, Ms Johnson's backer who has a ten per cent stake in Betsey Johnson LCC, produces some Betsey Johnson accessories and licenses out products such as legwear and outerwear.

BJ Kicks A: The 70-year-old designer finished the fall 2013 show with her signature splits

The ever-optimistic designer remained creative director of the brand, however, and continues to design for her moderately priced sportswear and accessories label, which are both sold at Macy's.

Longtime supporters Cory Kennedy, Nigel Barker, Patricia Field and Rosanna Arquette were all spotted front-row.

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