News, reviews and articles about health, fitness and sports products and accessories.
REVIEW – Fitness wearables are all the rage, and the accuracy of and amount of data they provide is ever-increasing. Most of these wearables come in the form of a watch, like those by Apple or Garmin. But what if you don’t want a big clunky watch on your wrist? Or, what if you want […]
CardioMood Performance and Health Tracker review – work out when you’re ready! Read More
NEWS – Spring is almost here, and that means it’s time to start gearing up for all your favorite outdoor hobbies. Whether you’re packing a bag for hiking season or looking over your tackle box before a big fishing trip, make sure to plan for a certain unwelcome guest on all your adventures. Once the
Drive away those pesky mosquitos with this $17 ultrasonic wrist band Read More
REVIEW – I’ve decided this is the year of wellness and balance. I’m really trying to pull it all together and carve out time for all the stuff I’m supposed to be doing besides raising a kid and making a living, like eating well and getting enough rest. Results have been mixed, but I did
Mindlax sleeping mat review – Catch some high tech ZZZs! Read More
REVIEW – Massagers are a hot item. The ones we typically see are percussion massagers – the ones that use repeated beatings to pound your aching muscles into submission. But sometimes, you just want a good, non-pounding massage to gently shake everything into a nice, relaxed state. Enter Dr. Massage and the Prowlr orbital massager.
Dr. Massage Prowlr orbital massager review – a revolution in massage Read More
NEWS – Hearing loss is no joke. I play drums. Remove the ‘r’ from drum and that’s what I’d be if I hadn’t used hearing protection the whole time I’ve played. But I also use hearing protection when I mow the yard, blow leaves, use power tools louder than a drill, and when I vacuum the
Anyone out there need hearing protection? I SAID, ANYONE OUT THERE… Read More
REVIEW – Look how tired I am! I’ve been testing the LIT Strength Machine, a multifunctional rowing machine that serves as a platform for all sorts of full-body workouts. Cardio, strength training, barre, pilates, rowing… this machine claims to do it all. Let’s see how it works in practice. To the review! What is it?
LIT Strength Machine review – A rowing machine… and much more! Read More
REVIEW – What is it about hair? It seems to not grow where you want it to and then, it grows where you don’t want it to. While I can’t help with growing hair, I can shine a light on hair removal – literally. The Ulike Sapphire AIR+ Dark Green IPL hair removal handset uses
REVIEW – There’s more going on in this picture than you think! The LIT Axis Smart Resistance bands give you all the tools you need for a portable/versatile workout, but they also measure your effort and continually record your progress! What is this sorcery? To the review! What is it? LIT Axis Smart Resistance Bands
LIT Axis Smart Resistance Bands review – A smart gym you can take anywhere! Read More
REVIEW – Over the summer I was pretty good about getting out and about and staying active as the weather was gorgeous. As winter has come around, however, I’ve been looking at indoor methods of staying active. I used to spin now and then at the karate dojo I attended, so that’s where my attention
MERACH Indoor Cycling Bike review Read More
REVIEW – Tired and achy legs. When you’re active, they come with the territory. When you’re old and active, the territory seems to get much larger. If only I had a masseuse on standby that could come over at a moment’s notice to give me a nice foot/calve/thigh compression massage. Hey – even better, if
Bob and Brad leg compression massager with heat review – putting the squeeze on achy legs Read More
REVIEW – As I’ve gotten older, I’ve reached that stage in life where I notice my hearing is not what it used to be. While I can hear fine, It’s understanding I have issues with—especially in a crowded area with a lot of background noise. This past year, the FDA finalized a ruling that allows
Linner Nova Hearing Aids review – If it’s volume you want, it’s volume you get Read More
REVIEW – Can the WindTrace Smart Automatic Pill Dispenser accurately automate the often times complex task of scheduling prescription medications throughout the day? In short, yes and no. Read on for a more complete answer to that question. What is it? The WindTrace Smart Automatic Pill Dispenser is exactly what it claims to be, an
WindTrace Smart Automatic Pill Dispenser review Read More
REVIEW – Core workouts are important, but they’re rarely what most people would call “fun.” Enter the Plankpad Pro plank and balance board! This device pairs a dedicated planking device with an app that provides a combination of workouts, challenges and interactive games you can use to build that core strength. Does it rip? To
Plankpad Pro plank and balance board review – gamify your core workout! Read More
REVIEW – Have you ever felt like you don’t drink enough water? You’re not alone – dehydration can make us feel hungry, tired, and worse. I have even noticed that my blood sugar levels are higher when I’m not drinking enough water. Could drinking electrolyzed water be even better than drinking ordinary tap water? Well,
WEO water bottle review – Electrolyzes your water for potential added health benefits Read More
REVIEW – Get rid of that old scale! Digital scales are the future, my friends, and the Yunmai Smart Scale 3 is a good one. It’s simple, functional, and effective on its own and gets even better when you pair it with the app for ongoing tracking of your progress & deeper biometrics info. Let’s
Yunmai Smart Scale 3 review – user-friendly daily weight tracking and more! Read More
REVIEW – I started an exercise-while-working habit over a decade ago with a cheap plastic table, custom wooden risers, and a cheap exercise bike. Many years and iterations later, and here I am reviewing a treadmill from a brand I’ve never heard of before: TODO. I’ve already burned out two cheaper treadmills now with my
TODO Under Desk Treadmill review – compact and competent Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – T The respected team at Halytus, made up of fitness lovers and deep tech enthusiasts creating innovative home gym solutions, just announced the launch of HooKee, a new smart home gym that can be used for over 100 fitness exercises with up to 100 lbs of resistance. This lightweight and compact home
Halytus Announces Launch of HooKee – Next Gen Smart Home Gym with HydroFlex Technology Read More
REVIEW – Breath training is a hot trend right now to help manage stress, to reduce anxiety, and to improve your sleep. But how do you get started? Enter the Moonbird Breathing Coach! This system combines a handheld device with an integrated app to teach you how to manage your breathing to reach all of
Moonbird Breath Coach review – Simple, easy breath training Read More
NEWS – Stop The Bleed is a FREE course developed by the American College of Surgeons and is available to the public as a means of providing lifesaving bleeding control skills to more people in more places in our country. Where might you encounter a severe bleeding emergency? Can you name a place where it
Tourniquets are gadgets too! Learn how to use them with the free Stop The Bleed Course Read More
REVIEW – What are you using for muscle recovery after your workouts? A foam roller? A Massage gun? A heating pad? The Dr. Massage Serenity Auto Fitness Roller combines all three in a single device for relieving your aches and pains. To the review! What is it? The Dr. Massage Serenity Auto Fitness Roller is
Dr. Massage Serenity Auto Fitness Roller review – a muscle recovery multitasker! Read More