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Do you love to work out? If so, you are in the right place. Whether you are looking for the best running gear or any other type of training or workout gear, we've got you covered. Our hand-selected team of reviewers buys all the latest products from the top treadmills and the best exercise bikes, to barefoot running shoes and gps watches. Then we put them through rigorous side-by-side testing to see what comes out on top. The final result is an unbiased review you can trust to get you started, or keep you stoked, on your workouts.
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Best Treadmills of 2022
Are you in the market for a new treadmill? We researched the best models on the market before buying 8 to test and...
Best Running Gear of 2022
With our collection of knowledge on all things running, we have put together a list of our favorite products to keep...
Best Exercise Bikes of 2022
We bought nine of the best exercise bikes on the market for side-by-side testing and comparison. Over months of...
Best Budget Exercise Bikes of 2022
In the market for the best new exercise bike? After researching the best reasonably priced models, we bought nine to...
Best Bike Trainers of 2022
Looking for the best bike trainer available today? We bought the top trainers available today and put them to the...
Best Trail Running Shoes of 2022
Looking for a new pair of trail runners? We researched over 100 of the most popular models before purchasing 19 of the...
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2022
Searching for your next trail running shoe? With our expert advice and experience testing various models this season...
Best Running Shoes of 2022
After many long runs and tempo miles, we've determined the best running shoes available in 2022 for any running style...
Best Running Shoes for Women of 2022
Seeking a women's running shoe to help you pick up the pace? Our comprehensive review of the most popular running...
Best GPS Watch of 2022
Looking for the perfect GPS watch? Our experts spent hours looking over options before choosing 12 of the most popular...
Best Hangboard of 2022
Looking for the best hangboard? Hang on as we assess the best training boards out there. Our team of experts spent...
Best Running Hydration Pack for Women of 2022
Only recently have female-specific hydration packs become popular and we sure are glad they did. Our running-obsessed...
Best Running Hydration Pack of 2022
After months of researching the most popular running packs on the market, our testers dedicated hundreds of miles in...
Best Barefoot Shoes of 2022
Ready to make the switch to minimalist or barefoot shoes? Our comprehensive review compares 10 of this season's best...
Best Barefoot Shoes for Women of 2022
Barefoot shoes got a bad rap shortly after their introduction to the mainstream. In this review, we talk about ways to...
Best Yoga Mat of 2022
Are you tired of your mat being a slip'n'slide? After researching over 60 models, we purchased 15 of the best for use...
Best Yoga Block of 2022
The fitness world has been overwhelmed with manufacturers claiming to offer the best of the best. We painstakingly...
Best Hand Weights of 2022
Looking for the best hand weights? We researched the market before our experts bought and tested the top 9 promising...
Best Muscle Rollers of 2022
Relieving muscle tightness and soreness is easily accomplished with a muscle roller stick, and we bought and tested 9...
Best Portable Home Gym of 2022
Searching for a new home gym system to help you reach your goals? We tested 9 of the best options in 2021, ranking...
Best Exercise Bands of 2022
Are you looking for a way to stay fit on the road? Do you prefer working out from home? Or maybe you are rehabbing an...
Best Exercise Ball of 2022
Want to know which exercise balls are the best for home workouts, or sitting in the home office? We purchased 9 of the...
Best Foam Rollers of 2022
Which is the best foam roller for you? We bought and tested dozens of rollers before narrowing down our selection to...
Best Massage Ball of 2022
We extensively tested some of the best massage balls on the market. Whether you are looking for a ball to relieve your...
Best Pedometer
Looking for a pedometer? We review the 10 best to help you find the best device for your activity needs and budget. To...
Best Exercise Step Platform of 2022
Exercise step platforms add a major facelift to a played-out, home gym setup. If you're looking for a step to add some...
Best Weight Vests of 2022
On the hunt for a way to enhance your fitness routine? We found the 13 best weight vests for this comprehensive...Recent Gear Reviews in Fitness Gear Reviews
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REI Co-op Swiftland 5 Review
This pack works in the best, straightforward, simple way you want. With options for hydration systems and plenty of...
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Ultimate Direction Ultra Vest 6.0 Review
Regardless of weather, terrain, or distance, this hydration pack is the top pick for everything from hiking to hundred...
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Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22- Women's Review
This traditionally-shaped, tried-and-true running shoe perfectly combines comfort, responsiveness, and protection for...
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Saucony Kinvara 13 - Women's Review
For the price, we cannot recommend a more comfortable, responsive, and lightweight running shoe.
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Saucony Kinvara 13 Review
This ultra-light model leads to effortless turnover and can be had at a great price point
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Brooks Divide 2 - Women's Review
This gently protective shoe rides like the crossover shoe you never knew you wanted. For a lower price than most shoes...Fitness Gear Reviews Learning Center
How to Choose the Right Trail Running Shoes
We recommend making a basic self-assessment to help you determine what your specific needs are when it comes to a...
How to Choose a GPS Watch
Thinking of purchasing a GPS watch but you're not sure where to begin? The market is full of different options ranging...
How to Choose Minimal and Barefoot Shoes
What could be complicated about a minimalist running shoe? If you want to learn about the design of barefoot running...
How to Choose Trail Running Shoes for Women
While the market is inundated with different types of trail running shoes specific to women, we help you avoid choice...
How to Choose a Hydration Pack for Running
There are several factors to help choose a hydration pack for your running needs. This article systematically helps...
How to Choose Barefoot or Minimalist Shoes for Women
Footwear has evolved over several hundred years, and today running shoes often feature lots of cushioning and bulky...Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by Testing.
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