After testing out the Sunny Health & Fitness SF-T7603 Treadmill, it’s clear that the best treadmills don’t need to be loaded up with tech. For people starting out on a new cardio regimen or getting ... Continue Reading
Xebex ST-6000 Treadmill Review (2025): Expert-Approved Quad Burner
Sizing up the Xebex ST-6000 can be tough. We’re not quite sure it’s one of the best treadmills out there, but that weight sled training it offers? Now we’re talking. As we’ve been testing out this hybrid ... Continue Reading
Woodway Curve Treadmill Review (2025): What Our Experts Say About This Commercial-Grade Curved Tread
While some of the best treadmills can be the centerpieces of a well-rounded home gym, their reliance on tech and digital interfaces can make workouts more complicated than not. Curved, manual ... Continue Reading
Vulcan Scull Rower Review (2025): Can This Expert-Approved Air Rower Compete With the Concept2?
The fan-powered resistance of air rowers makes them some of the best rowing machines for interval training and intense workouts. Each stroke on the Vulcan Scull Rower matches your effort — the harder you ... Continue Reading
Tru Grit Runner Review (2025): Our Expert Tester Walked, Jogged, and Sprinted
Running on one of the best manual treadmills — like the Grit Runner from Tru Grit — can help improve your running form and burn more calories than running outside or on a motorized treadmill, thanks to its ... Continue Reading
Sunny Health & Fitness Cardio Climber Review (2025): Expert-Approved Hybrid Cardio Machine
By combining the smooth glide of the best ellipticals with the vertical orientation of stair-climbing machines, the Sunny Health & Fitness Cardio Climber works to supercharge your cardio sessions by ... Continue Reading
Sunny Health and Fitness Treadmill Review (2025): Expert Tested and Reviewed
Sunny Health and Fitness is known for making affordable and durable equipment, including some of the best treadmills and exercise bikes we’ve tried. For this Sunny Health and Fitness treadmill review, we ... Continue Reading
Cubii Move Review (2025): Tried and Tested by a CPT
Deadline this, Zoom meeting that — if your ever-expanding workload is keeping you from even getting to the gym, not even the best ellipticals can help you hit your fitness goals. For both office workers ... Continue Reading
Egofit Walker Review (2025): Tried and Tested by a CPT and Desk-Bound 9-to-5er
I was stuck at my desk from dusk until dawn, writing about health and wellness as my body atrophied — I didn’t need the best treadmill, just one that would allow me to log some steps and keep the blood ... Continue Reading
Ergatta Lite Review (2025): Engaging Rowing Workouts, Approved by Our Experts
While the best rowing machines utilize different types of resistance, on the Ergatta Lite, you’ll be working against the same water you would be on an IRL row — just inside a tank. Like other rowers that ... Continue Reading
Schwinn 430 Elliptical Review (2025): High Incline, Low Tech
When it comes to low-impact cardio workouts, it’s tough to beat the smooth glide of the best ellipticals. “Ellipticals are a wonderful option for individuals who want to increase their cardio exercise ... Continue Reading
AssaultRower Pro Review (2025): A Rower That Outlasted Our Training
Assault Fitness is best known for its Assault AirBike, which has kicked my butt — and possibly yours — through many a CrossFit workout. And sure, the Concept2 is one of the best rowing machines out there ... Continue Reading
Peloton Rower Review (2025): They’ve Done It Again
There are two types of people in this world: those who Peloton, and those who think, “I can’t spend my life’s savings, even if it is on one of the best rowing machines.” Yes, the Peloton Row costs a pretty ... Continue Reading
FightCamp Review (2025): Knock Out Your Training with This Unique Home Gym
Okay, so adding some of the best home gym equipment to your abode can be motivating enough to get you off your feet, but oftentimes, these treadmills, exercise bikes, and ellipticals turn into ... Continue Reading
NordicTrack RW700 Rower Review (2025): Bridging the Gap Between Budget and Luxury
When it comes to the best rowing machines, there are no shortage of silhouettes these days, even within specific brands. For example, the NordicTrack RW700 serves as the middle child to the more luxe ... Continue Reading
ProForm Pro R10 Rower (2025): A Free Rower? Yep, If You Really Love iFIT
Asking experienced rowers and rowing newbies to identify the best rowing machines will likely yield different answers. Air rowers or water rowers may best replicate that on-water feel, but “smart” rowers ... Continue Reading
NordicTrack RW600 Rower Review (2025): A Wallet-Minded Win for iFIT Enthusiasts
Despite their popularity and low-impact training opportunities, the best rowing machines can still cost you a pretty penny, especially when factoring in additional costs like storage accessories ... Continue Reading
ProForm Carbon TLX Review (2025): Serious Testing from Serious Runners
You’re in the market to build out your home gym, perusing the best treadmills to support your cardio goals. But then, after seeing price tags that leave you wide-eyed and shocked — like when you found out ... Continue Reading
Horizon 7.8 AT Treadmill Review (2025): A Durably Dedicated Runner’s Treadmill
The best treadmills can be excellent additions to any home gym, but for runners, the added training intensity can put a lot of wear and tear on your machine, thus requiring beefier builds. The ... Continue Reading
Aviron Strong Rower Review (2025): A Trip to the Arcade in the Form of At-Home Training
According to Lauren Keary, BarBend editorial team member and former collegiate rower, “Rowing is great for those who want a full body workout and are looking for a form ... Continue Reading
Gazelle Pacer Review (2025): A Fun Cardio Workout Tool That’s Simple to a Fault
For athletes needing to save space, the best compact exercise equipment can provide small footprints without compromising on performance. The Gazelle Pacer — an iconic “As Seen On TV” home gym ... Continue Reading
WalkingPad Treadmill Review (2025): An Under-Desk Tread With a Deck Longer Than the Rest
The Kingsmith WalkingPad P1 Foldable Walking Treadmill delivers on its promise to provide you with a compact folding treadmill that can be a calorie-burning, heart-healthy complement to your home office. ... Continue Reading
NordicTrack AirGlide 14i Review (2025): A Top-Tier Elliptical With Loads of Features
The best ellipticals can deliver ample training intensity, app-integrated touchscreens, and a smooth and comfortable workout experience to those in search of low-impact fitness. We'll get into the details ... Continue Reading
Bowflex Max Trainer M6 Review (2025): Too Basic or Right for the Price?
Scroll through social media and you'll find endless promises of seven-minute total-body transformations. And while no one training session will be a body-changer, the Bowflex Max Trainer M6 is an ... Continue Reading