Fitness
33 reviews and guides, most recently updated first.
How to Choose a Rebounder: JumpSport, bellicon, Cellerciser
What to look for in a rebounder, how JumpSport, bellicon and Cellerciser compare, and why our JumpSport is still going strong after 15+ years.
JumpSport 350 vs 350 PRO: The One Difference That Matters
The 350 and 350 PRO are nearly identical except for the elastic cords. When the PRO's extra cords and higher weight limit are worth it.
JumpSport 250 Review: A Quiet Rebounder for Less
The JumpSport 250 uses bungee cords instead of springs and has more jumping surface than the 350. How the two compare, and who the 250 suits.
JumpSport 550F Review: A Bigger Rebounder That Folds
At 44 inches, the 550F PRO gives you more room than the 350 and folds for storage without wobbling. Is the larger folding rebounder worth it?
bellicon Rebounder Review: Premium, Quiet, and Foldable
German-made, with bungee suspension instead of springs and optional folding legs for a quiet, joint-friendly bounce. Is the premium bellicon worth it?
FunWater Paddle Board Review: Is It Right for You?
Stable, well-built, and it tracks straight, but inflating it takes muscle. Our honest take on the FunWater inflatable SUP after a day on the lake.
LifePro Rumblex 4D Review: Is This Vibration Plate Worth It?
Lateral, pulse, oscillation, and 3D spiral modes with adjustable speed. What the Rumblex 4D does well, and what thousands of owners say.
LifePro Sonic FX Massage Gun Review: Heat + 5 Heads
Heated percussion massage with five interchangeable heads for sore muscles, trigger points, and deep tissue. What owners say after using it.
Hiwave Paddle Board Review: 5 Things to Know First
Rigid at 15 PSI, stable in chop, and it packs into a backpack. What a good inflatable SUP really feels like, and how the Hiwave did on our lake test.
Tunpug SUP Inflator Review: Handy, With 3 Caveats
A battery-powered paddle board pump that doesn't need your car. The three things to know first: a stiff hose, slow pressure readings, and noise.
Cellerciser vs bellicon: See the Difference [Video]
Springs or bungees? Watch the Cellerciser and bellicon rebounders side by side and see why the choice matters for noise and your joints.
Confidence Slim Vibration Plate Review + Our Pick Now
The Confidence Slim made whole-body vibration affordable. What owners loved, how vibration plates work, and the similar model we recommend now.
Cellerciser Half Fold vs Tri-Fold: Which Should You Get?
The Tri-Fold packs smaller in a wheeled case; the Half Fold costs much less. How to choose between Cellerciser's two folding rebounders.
How a Rebounder Helped Us Feel Better (Our Story)
We skipped renewing the gym and bought a rebounder instead. Why we chose a quiet bungee model, and why we still use it every week.
Rebounder vs Vibration Plate: Which Works Better?
Both stimulate the lymphatic system and build strength, but they work very differently. We compare results, comfort, and price.
P90 vs P90X vs P90X3: Which Program Should You Start?
Having done all three, here's how Tony Horton's P90, P90X, and P90X3 differ in workout length, intensity, and who each one is best for.
P90X vs P90X3: The Big Difference Explained
P90X workouts run an hour or more; P90X3 fits the work into 30 minutes. How they compare on warm-ups, variety, and abs, and where we'd start.
Tony Horton's P90X3 Review: 30 Minutes Is the Secret
Faster warm-ups, less downtime, and 16 workouts. Our honest P90X3 review, including its two drawbacks: the missing Ab Ripper and equipment.
3G Cardio AVT 6.0 Review: A Pro-Grade Vibration Plate
A 500-lb capacity, a 33 x 27-inch platform, and 1–4mm amplitude. What sets the 3G Cardio AVT 6.0 apart, plus alternatives now that it's hard to find.
3G Cardio AVT 3.0 Review: A Compact Pro Vibration Machine
350-lb capacity, 25–50 Hz, and a 24 x 24-inch plate. Who the AVT 3.0 suits, its trade-offs, and alternatives now that it's hard to find.
Do Vibration Plates Really Work? What the Videos Show
How whole-body vibration machines work your muscles and even your heart, plus the exercises that get the most out of a vibration plate.
3G Cardio AVT 5.0 Review: 24 Programs, 400-lb Capacity
A large soft-surface platform, vertical vibration from 30 to 50 Hz, and 24 built-in programs. Is the AVT 5.0 the right pro-grade machine for you?
6 Reasons P90X3 Might Be the Best Workout for You
30-minute workouts, 16 routines, and no gym commute. Six reasons P90X3 works for first-timers and P90X veterans alike.
Can You Do P90X3 with Broken Toes? How I Kept Going
I broke three toes and didn't want to stop P90X3. How I modified the workouts, and why the program's variety made it possible.
Cellerciser Half Fold Review: 3 Reasons to Consider It
It folds for storage, gives firm support, and works your whole body. How the Half Fold compares to the Tri-Fold, plus a folding alternative.
Cellerciser Rebounder Workouts: Moves to Try at Home
Warm-ups, ab toning, balance work, and more: David Hall demonstrates rebounder exercises you can follow along with in just a few minutes.
P90X3 Base vs Deluxe vs Ultimate: Which Kit to Get
The difference comes down to equipment: bands, a pull-up bar, and the Ab Ripper disc. Which P90X3 kit fits what you already own.
Misfit Flash Review: What a Year of Use Taught Us
A plastic, no-charging fitness tracker for about half the Shine's price. Accuracy, sleep tracking, durability, and support after a full year.
Misfit Shine Review: 8 Things You Need to Know
An aluminum tracker you can wear to the gym or to dinner, with no charging required. What the Shine tracks, how it syncs, and how it compares.
P90X3 Ab Ripper: Is the Elite Block Worth It?
The Base Kit skips the X3 Ab Ripper. Why we almost passed on it, why we bought it anyway, and the exercises you'll feel the next day.
Juicer, Rebounder, or Blender: If You Could Pick One
The three tools that keep our family healthy when life gets busy, why well-built gear gets used more, and which one to start with.
Do Misfit Flash & Shine Work with Apple Health?
Yes, with a catch: only step counts sync. What we found pairing the Misfit app with Apple Health, and whether it double counts your steps.
Organic Whey Protein for P90X: A Simpler Supplement
Want a protein shake without extra additives? Why we switched to a simple organic whey protein for our P90X workouts, and our favorite flavors.
