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Merach NovaRow R50 Pro Air Rower Review: A Real Concept2 Alternative

Health and Fitness, Reviews October 15, 2026

Merach NovaRow R50 Pro Air Rower Review: A Real Concept2 Alternative

If you are looking at adding a rower to your home gym but don’t want to drop a ton of money, the Merach NovaRow R50 Pro could be the answer. With a smooth air-resistance system, a comfortable seat, straps, and a bar, plus a backlit display and app workouts, the R50 Pro offers more for less. I’ve wanted to add a rower to my home gym for a while but didn’t want to spend $1,000 on a Concept2, so when Merach asked me to test their new NovaRow R50 Pro, I jumped (rowed?) at the chance. Let’s see how it does.

UREVO FoldiMix 5L Smart Treadmill Review: A Great Portable Treadmill That Packs Away Easily

Reviews September 8, 2026

UREVO FoldiMix 5L Smart Treadmill Review: A Great Portable Treadmill That Packs Away Easily

“Getting my steps in!” has become a common phrase, and it’s nice to have options to do it. The UREVO Foldimix 5L Smart Treadmill does just that, letting you quickly get those steps in while also storing away easily under a bed or in a corner out of the way. It’s a light, portable treadmill for both casual and more serious users looking to up their fitness during the day.

Luna Band Takes on Whoop with Adaptive LifeOS Health Tracking and No Subscription

Events, News & Features September 4, 2026

Luna Band Takes on Whoop with Adaptive LifeOS Health Tracking and No Subscription

Many options exist to quantify your health. Apps and wearables can track your sleep, dissect your diet, count your steps, and generally read the tea leaves on whether you’re optimizing your fitness and health. The hard part is that fitness devices are often one-size-fits-all, and it can be tough to tell whether a running watch will help with weightlifting or whether your step counter is properly tracking your heart rate. Luna Band takes a different approach, with LifeOS customizing the experience to each person’s needs, body, and goals.

Crossrope Ropeless AMP Set

Reviews September 2, 2026

Crossrope Ropeless AMP Set Review: Who Needs a Rope When You Can Still Feel the Burn?

I’ll admit it: when I first heard about a “ropeless” jump rope, I wondered what the point was. Isn’t the rope kind of the whole idea? But after trying the Crossrope Ropeless AMP Set, I started to see the appeal. You still get the motion and resistance of jumping rope, but without needing coordination or even needing to jump! That sounded like a pretty good deal to me! I’ve been using the Crossrope Ropeless system to see how it works, how it feels, and whether it can actually deliver a worthwhile workout without the rope.

Versa Gripps Pro

Health and Fitness, Reviews August 19, 2026

Versa Gripps Pro Review: Get a Better Grip and Push Your Lifts Further

I’ve done a lot of different strength training over the years. Whether it’s powerlifting, climbing, rowing, kettlebells, or dumbbells, you will stall out if your grip isn’t up to the task. Your hands contain 34 muscles, and if they’re not up to the task, you’ll find yourself failing your lifts. Versa Gripps are designed to give your grip an assist that helps you push your strength training to the next level, and we had the chance to put the Versa Gripps Pro through some workouts to test those claims truly.

PEPPER EMS Suit Review: Bring Science Fiction to Real Life with This Muscle-Zapping, Workout-Maximizing Gear!

Reviews, Health and Fitness July 7, 2026

PEPPER EMS Suit Review: Bring Science Fiction to Real Life with This Muscle-Zapping, Workout-Maximizing Gear!

If there’s one constant in the world of fitness gadgets, it’s that someone is always offering you optimizations. It can be as simple as something like fat grips to work your forearms while you lift, or as complex as connected wearables and heart rate monitors designed to keep your workout in a precise effort zone. Sometimes these are genuinely great improvements, and sometimes they’re just window dressing. We were offered the chance to try the PEPPER EMS Suit, which leverages electromagnetic stimulation to maximize your workout in less time. Is it a winner? Let’s check it out!

Crossrope Splash Jump Rope Mat

Reviews, Health and Fitness June 4, 2026

Crossrope Splash Jump Rope Mat Review: The Workout Surface I Didn’t Know I Needed

I’ve reviewed a lot of fitness devices over the years, but the Crossrope Jump Rope set is one I use at least weekly. They’re well built and amazing for high-intensity interval workouts and other short cardio bursts. The good folks at Crossrope know that working out is more comfortable if you’ve got the right surface under your feet, and so to go along with all the jumping, they gave us the chance to review their Splash Jump Rope Mat!

FEIERDUN QuickDial DB1 Adjustable Dumbbell Set Review: The Adjustable Dumbbells That Finally Kill “Plate Math”

Reviews March 23, 2026

FEIERDUN QuickDial DB1 Adjustable Dumbbell Set Review: The Adjustable Dumbbells That Finally Kill “Plate Math”

I love working out at home, but there are a few things to tackle when you’re setting up a home gym. One of the biggest is space; weights and equipment take up a lot of room. The second is cost; it’s not cheap to accumulate a full set of dumbbells in multiple weight sets. FEIERDUN neatly solves both of these with the QuickDial DB1 Adjustable Dumbbell Set, which is designed as an all-in-one, space-saving setup that replaces an entire rack of weights.

Fed Fitness FEIERDUN 5-in-1 Adjustable Weights Review: Big Home Gym Value with One Serious Barbell Flaw

Reviews February 17, 2026

Fed Fitness FEIERDUN 5-in-1 Adjustable Weights Review: Big Home Gym Value with One Serious Barbell Flaw

I started working out at home during the pandemic, and even after gyms reopened and life returned to something close to normal, I kept it up. Skipping the commute and waiting for equipment has its perks. Fed Fitness recently sent over the FEIERDUN 5-in-1 adjustable dumbbell and barbell combo, along with a Flybird weight bench, transforming my spare space into a surprisingly capable home gym. The setup promises impressive versatility in a compact footprint, though one part of that flexibility comes with an important limitation. Even so, it covers nearly everything I need for most home strength-training workouts.

Luna Band

Events, Health and Fitness, News & Features January 5, 2026

Luna Band Thinks Your Wrist Deserves Advice, Not Another Pile of Health Stats

The Luna Band is stepping into a crowded wearable space with a slightly contrarian attitude. Instead of throwing more charts, rings, and color-coded scores at your wrist, this new band is designed to talk to you when it actually matters. Built by Luna, a rising health tech company focused on human performance, the Luna Band pairs a slim wearable with a voice-led system called LifeOS. The goal is not to make you decode health data at the end of the day, but to help you make better choices while the day is still happening.

Ascentiz H+K Exoskeleton System

Events, Health and Fitness, News & Features January 4, 2026

Ascentiz H+K Exoskeleton System Steps Into 2026 with Fresh Power, Practical Comfort, and a New Ultra Module

The Ascentiz H+K exoskeleton system debuts at CES 2026 with upgraded hardware, smarter support, and a new high-power hip module, the Ascentiz H Ultra. The people behind the world’s first modular hip and knee exoskeleton clearly want to make powered mobility feel less like science fiction and more like something you would stash in your backpack before heading out for a long hike, a trail run, or even a brutal day zigzagging across a trade show floor.

Echelon Stride-6 folded flat

Reviews, Health and Fitness October 20, 2025

Echelon Stride-6 Treadmill Review: The Quiet, Space-Saving Treadmill That Actually Folds Flat

The Echelon Stride-6 is a great treadmill for those who are space-constrained and need a solid, straightforward machine that covers the basics well. Echelon builds on a traditional treadmill experience with its subscription-based Echelon app, which adds live and recorded workout videos. Retailing for $1,799.99, it’s frequently found on sale, making it a more approachable option for those who want smart features without breaking the bank.

UPDATED: AlterMe Will Definitely Alter Your Wallet, but There May Be Better Ways to Alter Your Body

Health and Fitness, News & Features October 20, 2025

UPDATED: AlterMe Will Definitely Alter Your Wallet, but There May Be Better Ways to Alter Your Body

I’m a firm believer that if someone finds a fitness routine that works for them, that’s what matters. I like lifting heavy items; I have friends who prefer to run marathons, but there’s more than one way to get healthy. However, I do draw the line at taking advantage of people who are struggling to get healthy, and when we got this pitch for AlterMe, my jaw dropped.

Man running while wearing the Hypershell X Ultra

Events, Health and Fitness, News & Features, Outdoors September 7, 2025

Hypershell X Ultra Exoskeleton Will Allow You to Hike Farther, Cycle Easier, and Conquer Any Terrain

The Hypershell X Ultra has officially arrived, and while the phrase “wearable exoskeleton” might sound like something reserved for sci-fi heroes, this device is designed for ordinary adventurers who just want to go farther without their legs crying mutiny. Whether your idea of adventure is a multi-day hike, a Saturday spent cycling, or just trying to keep up with kids on a family outing, the X Ultra promises to take a hefty load off your muscles and put it onto its robotic shoulders, or in this case, hips.

Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro 44mm

Events, Health and Fitness, News & Features September 5, 2025

Two Sizes, One Tough Watch: the Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro Brings Titanium Design and All-Day Adventure Features

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro smartwatch is not shy about what it wants to be. This is not the delicate dress watch you’d wear to a wedding. It’s the wrist companion for those who think a good time involves mud, sweat, snow, or the occasional backcountry scramble. With titanium in its design, a flashlight tucked right into the case, and enough battery life to outlast most vacations, the T-Rex 3 Pro has arrived for anyone who wants their gear to pull double duty; it looks sharp in the office but can survive a weekend on a mountain.

Sunnto Run

Health and Fitness, Reviews September 2, 2025

Suunto Run Review: Tap Into Your Fitness Potential with the Ultimate Workout Companion

If you spend any time reading up on fitness watches, you probably know the name Suunto. They’re a Finnish company that lives and breathes fitness and outdoor exploration; they started in 1936 making compasses, and now they make everything from watches to headphones and heart rate sensors. We were excited to get the chance to test out their Suunto Run watch, and it’s clear this was made by a company that loves fitness!

Amazfit Review: Helio Strap and Balance 2 Deliver Powerful Fitness Tracking Without the Subscription Hassle

Gear Bits July 1, 2025

Amazfit Review: Helio Strap and Balance 2 Deliver Powerful Fitness Tracking Without the Subscription Hassle

Wearable devices are battling for every inch of space on our bodies these days. Rings, watches, armbands—if it can track your health, someone wants to strap it on you. But once you pick your preferred accessory, there’s the inevitable firehose of data streaming from its companion app. Amazfit recently sent us its new Balance 2 smartwatch and Helio Strap to test, and after spending time with both, I can confidently say: whichever you choose, you’re likely to come away impressed.

BleeqUp Ranger AI Cycling Glasses

Events, Health and Fitness, News & Features, Outdoors March 3, 2025

BleeqUp Ranger: The Smart AI Cycling Glasses That Do It All Without Getting in Your Way!

If you’ve ever wished your cycling gear could do more without piling on extra gadgets, the new BleeqUp Ranger AI Cycling Glasses might just be your new best friend on the road. Debuting at MWC 2025, these sleek, lightweight glasses combine an action camera, open-ear headphones, and a walkie-talkie—all while protecting your eyes. And before you ask, yes, they’re prescription-compatible.

Amazfit T-Rex 3

Reviews, Health and Fitness December 20, 2024

Amazfit T-Rex 3 Review: A Rugged, Feature-Packed Upgrade for Outdoor Enthusiasts

I was excited to be offered the Amazfit T-Rex 3 to test and review; I have been an Amazfit fan for years. The GTR 2 was my “sleek, dress up,” and first Amazfit watch, and the original T-Rex has been my daily wear for the last several years. It didn’t take long for me to realize that the first-gen model T-Rex to the new T-Rex 3 was a massive upgrade. It offers 170+ sports modes, up to three weeks of battery life, dual-band GPS, upgraded health monitoring, and many other amazing features.