Health and fitness

Whether you're aging in place, recovering from an injury, learning about your body, or getting in shape, we've tested the latest equipment, clothing, and technology that can help keep you healthy. From yoga mats to smart bathroom scales, here's the health tech and fitness gear we recommend.

Cycling

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  • Three standing bike pumps on a cobble stone backyard.

    The Best Bike Pump

    by Eve O'Neill, Matthew Edwards, and Dave Yasuda

    After seven years of tests, we believe the Lezyne Classic Drive 3.5 is the best floor pump for most commuters, and the Lezyne Pressure Drive is the best handheld.

  • A person using a Peloton exercise bike.

    Peloton Bike Review: What to Know Before You Buy

    by Ingrid Skjong and Amy Roberts

    The Peloton Bike and Bike+ offer live and on-demand at-home classes for a monthly membership fee. We review both.

Exercise

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  • Different running headphones pictured together.

    The Best Headphones for Running

    by Lauren Dragan

    When it comes to running headphones, one size definitely doesn’t fit all. So we have multiple recommendations based on style, features, and price.

  • Our picks for best workout headphones displayed in a row, next to a pair of exercise hand weights.

    The Best Workout Earbuds and Headphones

    by Lauren Dragan

    The JBL Reflect Aero TWS are our favorite earbuds for the gym. We love their secure fit, simple controls, waterproof design, and ability to block noise.

  • A person walking on our pick for the best under-desk treadmill, the Goplus 2 in 1 Folding Treadmill.

    The Best Under-Desk Treadmill

    by Kaitlyn Wells

    The Goplus 2 in 1 Under Desk Treadmill is our under-desk treadmill choice because it’s easy to set up and use while working, and it's smooth to walk on.

Medical supplies

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  • The Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Lamp, shown illuminated against a dark blue background.

    The Best Light Therapy Lamp

    by Kit Dillon, Anna Perling, and Nancy Redd

    After 33 hours of research, we’re confident the Carex Day-Light Classic Plus is the best light therapy lamp to treat seasonal affective disorder.

Personal care

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Wearables

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  • Several medical alert system devices by Medical Guardian and UnaliWear, shown side by side.

    The Best Medical Alert Systems

    by Pamela Appea

    These medical alert systems provide on-call emergency support for older adults and anyone else in need.

  • Our three picks for best fitness tracker shown next to each other in front of a yellow background.

    The Best Fitness Trackers

    by Seth Berkman

    After putting 47 fitness trackers through their paces—on the move and at rest—we recommend the reliable, easy-to-use Fitbit Inspire 3.

  • Our three picks for the best GPS running watch, set out flat side by side.

    The Best GPS Running Watches

    by Seth Berkman

    A dependable GPS running watch provides training-enhancing data. After putting thousands of miles on 37 different watches we recommend the Coros Pace 3.

More Health and fitness Posts

  • Four of the electric trimmers we tested for this guide. Two of them are being held by someone's hands.

    The Best Pubic Hair Trimmer

    by Dorie Chevlen

    The Panasonic Electric Body Hair Trimmer and Groomer for Men ER-GK60-S is the best powered tool for grooming pubic hair.

  • Our three picks for best nail clippers, in front of a pink background.

    The Best Nail Clippers

    by Nancy Redd

    Sharper blades, more-precise control, and a pleasant feel in the hand make upgrading from dull drugstore nail clippers worth it.

  • Some of our top picks for best bathroom scale, shown next to each other amidst a few other bathroom items.

    The Best Bathroom Scales

    by Nancy Redd

    Most scales under $50 have significant drawbacks, but the Wyze Scale X—which you can use without its app—has proved reliable over years of long-term testing.

  • Our picks for electric toothbrushes, the Oral-B Pro 1000 and the Philips Sonicare 4100, shown alongside floss and a glass of water.

    The Best Electric Toothbrush

    by Nancy Redd

    We’ve tested 66 electric toothbrushes in hundreds of trials at the bathroom sink. The minimalist yet effective Oral-B Pro 1000 is our top pick.

  • Four pairs of sports sunglasses on display in front of a red background.

    The Best Sport Sunglasses

    by Trey French

    After 200 hours of testing, we’ve determined that the Roka SR-1x and Rudy Project Rydon sunglasses are the best sports sunglasses for most people.

  • Four personal lubricants pictured with fruit.

    The Best Personal Lubricants

    by Bianca Alba

    There are far better lubes than those you most often see in stores. We’ve found the best water-based and other personal lubricants for vaginal and anal use.

  • Numerous pairs of period underwear we recommend, arranged flat on an orange background.

    The Best Period Underwear

    by Nancy Redd

    Period underwear is more reliable—and better looking—than ever. The best pairs for you depend on your period and preferences. We recommend several styles.

  • Our four picks for the best sunscreens, shown with a pair of sunglasses and a towel.

    The Best Sunscreen

    by Nancy Redd

    It takes a shot glass’s worth of sunscreen to adequately cover a body in a swimsuit. Look for broad spectrum SPF 30 or higher and a scent and feel you like.

  • A selection of the sunscreens we tested to find the best for your face.

    The Best Sunscreens for Your Face

    by Caira Blackwell

    Sunscreen is personal, and the one you choose to slather on your face is even more so. Here are 10 options to suit different preferences and budgets.

  • Several concealers on display in front of an off-white colored background.

    The Best Concealers

    by Mari Uyehara

    If you want to find a concealer that works for you, we whittled down the field to four standouts. Whether you’re targeting under-eye circles or redness, we have a pick for you.

  • A tube of Thrive Bodyshield SPF 50 sunscreen pictured with a tube of Thinksport Sunscreen SPF 50+.

    The Best Reef-Safe Sunscreen

    by Nancy Redd

    Thrive Bodyshield SPF 50 is our favorite reef-safe sunscreen. It’s also a great option for anyone who prefers sunscreens without chemical UV filters.