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10 Best Creatine Supplements for Women of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

Determining which fitness products can help you progress as an athlete can be a challenge — it’s difficult to navigate fact from fiction when supplements are often overhyped and understudied. However, the ... Continue Reading

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The Best Incline Treadmills of 2025: Expert-Tested Machines for Elevating Your Home Cardio Workouts

Dr. Karena Wu, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, CSCS, CKTP, CPI, FAAOMPT states, “The best treadmills can offer both low- and high-intensity workouts for improving your cardiorespiratory function and ... Continue Reading

Best Weightlifting Belts

The Best Weightlifting Belts of 2025, Approved by a Certified Weightlifting Coach

When it comes to strength training, there are certain accessories that can really elevate your workouts. For example, the best weightlifting shoes can be excellent for grounding your form for epic pulls ... Continue Reading

Best Supplements for Muscle Growth

The Best Supplements for Muscle Growth, Tested and Approved by Experts

Supplements can provide an assist for those looking to pack on some muscle. However, the number of supplements designed to help you earn that jacked physique goes well beyond the best protein powders. The ... Continue Reading

Best Lifting Straps

The 8 Best Lifting Straps For Better Grip (2025)

At first glance, lifting straps are fairly simple tools; they’re thin strips of cotton or nylon that connect your wrists to a barbell to help you hold on to heavier weight for longer periods of ... Continue Reading

The Best Kettlebells of 2025, Tested By Fitness Experts

“Strength training can be a high-quality workout discipline as it can help burn fat, build muscle, stimulate bone formation, and more,” states Dr. Christopher Mohr, PhD, RD. (1) ... Continue Reading

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The Best Grip Strengtheners in 2025, Expert Tested and Reviewed

Grip strength can be a beneficial attribute for any athlete. Outside of its ability to indicate overall strength, this quality has been linked to your mental health, immune system, and even your risk for ... Continue Reading

Best Cold Plunges

The Best Cold Plunge Tubs of 2025, Tested and Expert-Reviewed

People have been using cold water immersion for centuries, as it's been said to promote speedy muscle recovery, mental health benefits, and increased energy thanks to the waves of norepinephrine your ... Continue Reading

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The 5 Best Folding Squat Racks for Compact Home Gyms (2025)

If you’re building out that perfect garage gym, a good place to start is with a durable, versatile squat rack. As essential as they are, it’s hard to ignore their massive footprint. Thankfully, ... Continue Reading

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The 10 Best Greens Powders of 2025, Tested, Chosen, and Approved by a Dietitian

Getting enough fruits and vegetables daily can be tough, especially if you’re a picky eater or have a busy schedule. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume 1.5 to 2 cups of ... Continue Reading

The 6 Best Mini Massage Guns of 2025

Mini massage guns work just like their larger counterparts by delivering a percussive massage to muscles and soft tissue. While mini massage guns tend to be less powerful than full-size massage guns, they ... Continue Reading

Best Whey Isolate Protein Powders

Best Whey Isolate Protein Powders of 2025, Tested and Picked by Experts

If you’re serious about your protein intake, you're probably already well-versed in shopping the best protein powders. After all, "one of the easiest ways to sneak in more protein is with protein powder, ... Continue Reading

The Best Folding and Compact Treadmills of 2025

“The best treadmills can offer both low- and high-intensity workouts excellent for caloric burn, cardiovascular health, and even improved muscular development,” states Dr. Karena Wu, PT, ... Continue Reading

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The 10 Best Electrolyte Supplements of 2025, Reviewed by a Dietitian

We’re told to hydrate while we exercise for good reason: As you sweat, your body becomes dehydrated and you lose water and electrolytes, the minerals that help your muscles work properly and regulate blood ... Continue Reading

Best Home Gym Machines of 2025, Approved by Experts

While your immediate thought of at-home fitness can conjure up images of the best treadmills and exercise bikes, there are plenty of equipment options for strength training enthusiasts, ... Continue Reading

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The 6 Best Sports Nutrition Certifications of 2025

If you want to make a career out of training athletes, having a sports nutrition certification can help you stand out from a crowded field of fitness professionals. The best sports nutrition certifications ... Continue Reading

Best Resistance Bands for Glutes of 2025

If you’ve spent any time in a gym, you’ve probably seen someone using resistance bands to add tension to their glutes during movements like glute bridges or bodyweight squats. These rubber or latex bands ... Continue Reading

8 Best Pieces of Core Exercise Equipment of 2025

Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or a beginner looking to kickstart your core training, incorporating core exercise equipment into your workouts can enhance your stability, balance, and overall ... Continue Reading

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The 10 Best Protein Powders for Women of 2025, RDN-Approved

Let’s get this out of the way early — the best protein powders can be beneficial regardless of your gender. A woman can reap the same muscle-building, wellness-supporting perks from protein shakes as her ... Continue Reading

Best Knee Sleeves

The 5 Best Knee Sleeves of 2025 (Tested & Reviewed)

Knee sleeves are an important piece of gear in every gymgoer’s equipment bag. They can help to provide joint protection, warmth, and stability. They can even help to inspire confidence when you know you ... Continue Reading

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Best Home Saunas of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by Fitness Experts

Saunas date back over 2,000 years, originating in modern-day Finland. (1) But saunas have come a long way with technology. Today, you can choose from traditional steam saunas or infrared heat saunas. Many ... Continue Reading

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The 11 Best Cardio Machines of 2025 (Tested & Reviewed)

Any cardio machine can burn calories, and when combined with resistance training, cardio machines may have great benefits to your cardiovascular health and body composition. (1) When you’re looking to ... Continue Reading

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The 10 Best Protein Bars in 2025, Tested by Our Team of Experts

A hearty protein powder can help you hit your protein goals, but making a protein shake or toting around a shaker bottle isn’t always feasible. Protein bars are worthwhile alternatives for those needing a ... Continue Reading

10 Best Exercise Bikes of 2025, Personal Trainer Approved

Cycling for cardio, whether you’re perched on the best air bike money can buy or reclined on a recumbent bike, is an efficient way to burn calories, manage weight, and improve your cardiovascular fitness. ... Continue Reading

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