Best Blood Flow Restriction Bands of 2026
We tested BFR bands for arms, legs, and glutes. Here are the picks that cinch securely, stay put, and make low-load training feel worthwhile.
Fitness Equipment
Articles, guides, and product reviews about fitness equipment.
Best Cable Machines for a Home Gym of 2026
We tested cable machines for garages and spare rooms, from wall-mounted crossovers to a two-stack trainer, and matched each to the ceiling it needs.
Best Dumbbells for a Home Gym of 2026
We tested fixed, adjustable, and full-set dumbbells to find the pairs worth the floor space, plus the handles, coatings, and racks that hold up.
Best Exercise Balls of 2026
We tested exercise balls for core work, desk sitting, rehab, and pregnancy. Here's the best pick for your height, budget, and air retention.
Best Gym Bags for Men of 2026
We tested men's gym bags from adidas, Under Armour, PUMA, and more to find the ones that handle shoes, sweaty kit, and a locker-room commute.
Fitness Equipment Guide
Best Exercises for Hamstrings and Glutes
Combine a bridge, a hip hinge, and a leg curl to work your glutes and hamstrings. Learn the basics before adding more weight.
Fitness Equipment Guide
Side Abs Workout: 3 Exercises to Build Core Strength
Work the sides of your core with a modified side plank, bird dog, and suitcase carry. Start with short sets and movements you can control.
Best Water Bottles for Travel of 2026
We tested insulated and lightweight bottles for leaks, cup-holder fit, and easy carrying to find the best picks for flights, road trips, and day hikes.
Best Water Rowing Machines of 2026
We rowed the wood folders and the steel originals to find the water rower that fits your room, your body, and the way you actually train.
Best Weight Plates for a Home Gym of 2026
We tested cast iron, rubber-coated, and bumper plates to find the best picks for garage gyms, small spaces, and stalled lifts.
Best Weighted Vests for Women of 2026
We tested weighted vests for women and found adjustable, stay-put picks for walking, running, and strength work, plus budget and heavy-duty options.
Best Weighted Vests of 2026
We tested weighted vests for walking, running, and strength work. Here's what stays put, fits real bodies, and won't greet you with a chemical smell.
Best Weightlifting Belts of 2026
We tested leather, nylon, lever, and auto-lock belts to find the best fit for squats, deadlifts, and fast gym transitions.
Best Wrist Weights of 2026
We tested wrist weights for walking, Pilates, and PT. Our top pick is light and non-bulky; here's what to buy for adjustable or heavier loads.
Best Wrist Wraps for Lifting of 2026
We tested wrist wraps for lifting to find comfortable, supportive picks for everyday pressing, stiff competition support, and smaller wrists.
Best Yoga Blocks of 2026
We tested foam and cork yoga blocks to find stable, grippy picks for beginners, tight hamstrings, balance work, and class bags.
Best Yoga Mats of 2026
We tested yoga mats from Gaiam, Fitvids, and more to find the best grip, cushioning, and value for beginners, tall yogis, and sweaty practices.
Best Yoga Straps of 2026
We tested looped and D-ring yoga straps for stretching, Pilates, and PT to find the ones that hold firm, feel good in the hands, and last.
Best Squat Racks for a Home Gym of 2026
We tested squat racks and power cages for home gyms to find the stable, safe picks, from a 950-pound half rack to a budget pair of stands.
Best Stability Ball Chairs of 2026
We tested stability ball chairs at a desk for weeks. The Vivora Luno wins on adult sizing and comfort; here's the best for bases, budgets, and workouts.
Best Suspension Trainers of 2026
We tested suspension trainers from TRX, Lifeline, and Bodytorc to find the best for home gyms, travel bags, and tight budgets.
Best Swim Goggles for Lap Swimming of 2026
We tested adult swim goggles lap after lap to find the pairs that seal, stay clear, and skip the raccoon eyes — indoors, outdoors, and on a budget.
Best Thick Yoga Mats for Knees of 2026
We tested thick yoga mats from 6mm to a full inch to find which cushion knees without wrecking balance, plus picks for wide frames and sweaty hands.
Best Treadmills of 2026
We tested five home treadmills to find the ones worth the floor space, from a folding budget pick to a gym-grade machine built for serious runners.