Fitness Equipment
Alo Warrior Yoga Mat
Best Overall Yoga Mat
The Alo Warrior Yoga Mat ($128)
does the seemingly impossible: it provides great grip whether our palms are sweaty or dry, and on a surface
that's so soft, we don't mind lying facedown on it for a few extra breaths. At 5 mm thick, it cushions kneeling poses and barefoot plyo moves, and anti-odor and dry-wicking tech ensure there's no lingering evidence of our hot Vinyasa class.
At just 2.5 lbs and 1.5 mm thick, this Manduka eKO Superlite Travel Yoga Mat ($49) folds up and slips into our carry-ons without sacrificing any sneaker space. We also love it for toting to the gym or classes; use it on its own or layer it on top of communal mats or surfaces for a little extra peace of mind from germs. And despite its small size, we can vouch: it has all the grippy power of Manduka's pro-favorite full-size mats.
Manduka eKO Superlite Travel Yoga Mat
Best Travel Yoga Mat
The Echelon GT+ Connect Bike ($900) has everything you need in a stationary bike and nothing you could live without. BYO tablet, phone, or TV to stream whichever workouts you please (no getting locked into one streaming service!), including Echelon's live and on-demand content. Connect the bike to the Echelon app to see mid-class cycling stats, and when you're not pedaling, admire its pretty orange, purple, and blue colorways.
Echelon GT+ Connect Bike
Best Stationary Bike
The Tempo Move ($495) can hide
your strength setup in plain sight, but
it's so much more than an aesthetic weight rack. Dock an iPhone onto the top, and Tempo turns into a personal trainer. Using the phone's sensor and Tempo's smart weights, the Move
guides you through workouts cast onto your TV, offering feedback on your form, counting your reps, and automatically tracking the amount
of weight you're lifting.
Tempo Move
Best Strength Setup
We love NordicTrack's Commercial 1750 Treadmill ($2,499) for a cushiony run. With an iFit membership, take prenatal incline classes with Kayla Itsines or go on scenic jogs through Italy. Run up to 12 mph (with a -3% decline and +15% incline), and tackle speed workouts without touching a plus or minus button: automatic hands-free speed adjustment means nothing gets in the way of your sprint. Tilt and pivot the HD touchscreen to take it off the tread when you're ready to recover.
NordicTrack Commercial 1750 Treadmill
Best Treadmill
Hydrow Wave Rower
Best Rower
Rowing enthusiasts love the super-sleek Hydrow Wave Rower ($1,895), and for good reason. The smaller, more affordable of the brand's models uses electromagnetic resistance technology (no bulky fan or water features) and has a 22-inch touchscreen. With it, access Hydrow's massive library of workouts, including nonrowing options, and see your split, distance, and strokes per minute in real time. When you're done, the Wave Rower is designed to stash upright against the wall to save space.
Dive into the metaverse with the
Meta Quest 2 ($400), and take your workout routine into alternate realities. With the help of games like Beat Saber and dedicated workout apps like Supernatural, sweating will be more fun than you've ever imagined.
Meta Quest 2
Best Virtual Workout Tool
We've never gotten over the fact that
the Mirror ($1,495) packs form-tracking technology, a smorgasbord of workouts, and personal-training capabilities inside an actually gorgeous mirror — but now that it comes with access to Lululemon Studio and premier fitness classes like Y7 Yoga and AARMY? We're in love
all over again.
Mirror
Best Smart Trainer
Crossrope Ropeless
Best Small-Space
Cardio Tool
The Crossrope Ropeless ($48, not including handles) replicates the experience of jumping rope — minus the actual rope. The handles attach to swinging weights (available in 1/4 lb, 1/2 lb, 1 lb, and 2 lbs), making the cardio move friendly to both tight spaces and imperfect footwork.
No trip hazard here!
Dumbbells and kettlebells will never go out of style — but they don't fit your living-room aesthetic quite like the versatile Bala Beam ($109-$129). Use this sleek, barbell-esque free weight, made of recycled steel and super-soft silicone, for countless strength exercises. (Our favorites? Squats, deadlifts, and chest presses.) Grab one in 15 lbs or
25 lbs to get stronger and look cute doing so.
Bala Beam
Best Multipurpose Weight
We're fully in our Pilates era, and this
is just the thing we needed to level up. With the Flexia Pilates Reformer & Accessories Package ($3,495), you can experience the burn and shakes of a Pilates reformer studio — plus the magic of AI technology — right at home.
Cue up a class via Flexia's online studio on any device, then watch as the reformer's sensors provide real-time guidance on technique, score you on movement quality, and track your progress over time.
Flexia Pilates & Accessories Package
Best Pilates Reformer
The Ness Trampoline
Best Cardio Tool
BRB, we're letting our inner child loose on The Ness Trampoline ($500). The springless design guarantees no squeaks or pinched fingers, and adjustable elastic cords mean you can tailor the rebound to your liking. With purchase, you get a free, hour-long online private training session and 25 percent off the first six months of your subscription to The Ness's many online classes (which take place both on and off the trampoline). Are you ready to get your bounce back?
The POPFLEX Booty Band Set ($32) created by Blogilates founder Cassey Ho gives you what your glutes need, but cute. You have the option to sweat with light (15-25 lbs), medium (25-35 lbs), or heavy (35-45 lbs) resistance, but each one promises not to pinch your skin or roll. A mesh travel pouch makes it easy to take them on the go and shows off which of the many cute color combos you chose.
POPFLEX Booty Band Set
Best Booty Bands
Resistance bands have officially joined the smart-fitness revolution. The LIT Method Axis ($199), a resistance-band system with smart sensors and changeable handles, offers metrics and tracking for the 350 different exercises you can do with it. Use the accompanying app to see your reps, strength imbalances, and pounds lifted, and stream classes that use the Axis.
LIT Method Axis
Best Resistance Bands
TriggerPoint Eco GRID 1.0 Foam Roller
Best Foam Roller
Foam rollers keep getting fancier, but we keep coming back to TriggerPoint's signature hollow-core foam roller. We're even more psyched about its recent eco-friendly upgrade: this new version is made with 30 percent renewable, biobased materials, plus a recycled plastic core. The TriggerPoint Eco GRID 1.0 Foam Roller ($42) uses the same surface design as the brand's classic model, which is made to feel like a massage therapist's hands to help you ease tightness and recover faster.