Workout equipment

1. The pandemic shook up many of our regular exercise routines and forced us to get creative with how we stayed active at home. Thankfully, at-home workout equipment has gotten smarter over the past few years, anda handful of new fitness brands have launched promising at-home workouts with all of the energy and community of studio classes plus the ability to track your performance and even adapt to keep up with your fitness gains. And some of these workout stations are so complete that they make you question if you need a gym membership at all. Since nearly all of these machines will set you back at least $1,000, we tested out some of the most exciting options and talked to fitness experts to see which ones are worth the cost. Whether you want to go on a guided trail run, cycle, lift weights, or even row with a world-class trainer in your living room, there truly is something out there for all kinds of exercisers. Best overall | Best for runners | Best less-expensive for runners | Best for low-impact workouts | Best for metric-conscious exercisers| Best for cyclists| Best for weight training| Best less- expensive for weight training What we’re looking for Versatility: Unfortunately, there’s no piece of equipment on the market that lets you do it all: a cycle, run, lift, box, row, and yoga machine would be amazing, but most equipment is targeted to one exercise category. But if you’re investing over $1,000 in something, it’s nice if it’s multifunctional. We’ve noted below what workouts you can do with each machine (and the associated app). Subscription cost: Most smart systems work with digital fitness sessions — but not all are free with your new equipment. We make note of the total cost subscriptions. Accessories: Heart-rate monitors,weights, workout mats — some of the equipment we’re featuring offer add-ons that upgrade your workout. While you might be able to use your own standard gym accessories, like cycling shoes or weights, accessories that seamlessly pair with your equipment might be worth the investment, depending on your fitness goal.