Health and fitness

News, reviews and articles about health, fitness and sports products and accessories.

WALK-i-TASK treadmill desk review – add a desk to your treadmill!

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REVIEW – Many of us are still working from home due to the pandemic. I recently retired from my day job with Cummins Inc after 34+ years, but I did WFH for 2 years and continue working full-time on The Gadgeteer. I know I sit for too long in front of a computer each day, […]

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Merach Q1 intelligent magnetron rowing machine review

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REVIEW – I’ve been on a 4 day per week workout schedule for many years now. By workout, I’m talking about weight-based workouts because I also walk 20 minutes 2x a day Monday through Friday on a treadmill. When it comes to my workouts, I’ve used a Boflew, had a short-lived gym membership at Planet

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WalkingPad A1 Pro foldable under desk treadmill review – walking while I work!

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REVIEW – During my normal WFH day, I spend at least 7 hours sitting in a chair.  I try to remind myself to get up and walk around, but that does not always work.  When I want to get up it always seems to be the time someone pings me through an instant messenger at

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mbarc 7-Day pill organizer review – It levels up your travel game, but is it worth it?

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REVIEW – Yeah, yeah… I know what you’re going to say. “Bob, why do you need a fancy pill organizer when you get a cheap one at the dollar store?” That’s fair. But the mbarc 7-Day Pill Organizer promises an elevated experience in several useful and functional ways. I have thoughts. To the review! What

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Flybird Adjustable Weight Bench review – Get pumped!

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REVIEW – If you’re tired of that creaky old budget weight bench but don’t want (or need) a big rig for your workouts the Flybird Adjustable Weight Bench may be your jam. Don’t let the compact size fool you; it’s a tough and flexible little beastie that you can fold & stash away when you

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This massager will jack hammer your face, but in a GOOD way!

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NEWS – In the last few years, percussive muscle massagers have been a popular health and fitness gadget as we well know because we’ve posted plenty of massager reviews here on The Gadgeteer. Well, now we have facial massagers because who doesn’t want their face vibrated in the name of beauty and relaxation? The new

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FlexiSpot Sit2Go Pro fitness chair review – Workout while surfing the web!

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REVIEW – For years, we have been trying to find ways to get exercise while sitting at our desks. There are treadmill desks, cycling pedal footrests, and, ultimately, the cycling chair. I was recently sent the FlexiSpot Sit2Go Pro fitness chair, and have been testing it diligently. Let’s see what happened. What is it? The

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X-Chair X77 Massage Chair review – On demand massages!

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REVIEW – Once in a while, a gadget reviewer gets to review a product he or she would never consider purchasing for themselves. In my case, a massage chair was something that never crossed my mind. I’ve never been a sports nut (my wife is an exercise junkie) or ever thought I needed physical therapy.

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Airthings View Plus review – This smart home device could save your life

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REVIEW – A few years ago, I reviewed the Airthings Wave Smart Radon Detector just to see what I could learn about radon gas levels in my home. I was very surprised to learn that I had high readings in my basement where I spend most of my time. Airthings could have very well saved

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Take the guesswork out of taking pills with this handy little medication tracker

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NEWS – If you take a daily pill of any kind, you have probably found yourself in this scenario. You’re standing in your kitchen blankly staring at your pill bottle, wondering did I take my pill today?. There’s a genius little device that can help with that, the Take-n-Slide Medication Tracker. I know I do

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Withings Sleep tracking mat review – Sleep analysis without a wearable

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REVIEW – In addition to exercise and food, sleep plays a very important role in our overall health. Is your sleep quality good? Can it be improved? The Withings Sleep tracking mat is designed to analyze your sleep so that you can make changes to improve it and your health. It’s time to take a

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You’ll have a Kung-Fu grip when you train with finger weights!

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NEWS – Who knew that finger weights were a thing? Not I. But here we are… These small adjustable weights slip on your fingertips and are designed to help increase speed and control for musicians, and can also be used for therapeutic relief for people who suffer from arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and more. The

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IQMIX Hydration Sticks review – Keto friendly electrolyte packets

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REVIEW – If you’re a regular visitor to The Gadgeteer, you’ll know that I’ve adopted a low-carb Keto lifestyle as a way to control my pre-diabetes. When people are eating Keto, they often don’t get enough salt, magnesium, and potassium in their diet which can cause fatigue, flu-like symptoms, and even muscle cramps. One way

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Oclean W10 water flosser review

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REVIEW – The newly released Oclean W10 water flosser is designed to replace the use of string dental floss with directed micro pulses of high-pressure water. This handheld rechargeable device comes with tips for cleaning between teeth, orthodontics, periodontal pockets, plus a tongue scraper. I have one to review. Read on to see what I think!

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WHOOP 4.0 fitness band review – Tracks your sleep and recovery

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REVIEW – When January and a brand new year rolls around, many people make resolutions to become healthier and thinner. Are you someone who has made a goal to get healthier? To reach those goals you will need motivation, willpower, and fitness gadgets that will help you see the progress towards your goals. A new

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