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Our Hearst partners at Men’s Health and Women’s Health have released their annual fitness awards to help consumers choose the best workout gear for achieving their fitness goals. We talked to them to get their top picks to support your New Year goals. First on the list are $15 lifting straps from Gymreapers, designed to improve grip during strength training. “It’s going to help you lift anything,” said Ebenezer Samuel, fitness director for Men’s Health and certified trainer. “That way, you are much stronger in the gym, and you can really develop your strength instead of always thinking that, ‘Oh, I’m not ready for that load,’ when really it was just your grip all along.”For those seeking a cardio boost, editors praised the Rogue SR-2 Speed Jump Rope, priced at $49, for delivering a high-intensity workout. “These gnarled grips are the kind that you’re never going to lose,” said Samuel. “This rope is built for speed.”Versatility is key in fitness gear, and the $89 mat from Bala is designed for both strength and stretching, making it a multi-use option for at-home workouts. “It easily folds accordion style, so you can actually use it stacked, almost like a yoga block,” said Women’s Health fitness director Jacqueline Andriakos. For recovery, the $150 Chirp R-P-M Mini targets sore muscles. “Unlike other percussion massagers, it doesn’t have quite as localized of a head, which I find a lot more comfortable instead of digging into one point on your muscles,” said Andriakos.Experts recommend starting small, specific and realistic to stick to New Year’s resolutions. “Once you build the habit and momentum, you’re going to be much more motivated and much more likely to stick to your plans long term,” said Andriakos. Tracking progress and celebrating small wins is also crucial. “The big goal that you have is going to take you months to get to, and it can be very, very discouraging and demotivating if you don’t see yourself having little successes,” said Samuel.Some fitness equipment may qualify for health savings account or flexible spending account reimbursement, which can help utilize unused health dollars. Coverage varies, and a letter of medical necessity may be required, so it’s best to check before making a purchase.
Our Hearst partners at Men’s Health and Women’s Health have released their annual fitness awards to help consumers choose the best workout gear for achieving their fitness goals. We talked to them to get their top picks to support your New Year goals.
First on the list are $15 lifting straps from Gymreapers, designed to improve grip during strength training. “It’s going to help you lift anything,” said Ebenezer Samuel, fitness director for Men’s Health and certified trainer. “That way, you are much stronger in the gym, and you can really develop your strength instead of always thinking that, ‘Oh, I’m not ready for that load,’ when really it was just your grip all along.”
Gymreapers Lifting Straps | Premium Padded Weightlifting Straps
GYMREAPERS
gymreapers.com
$14.99
For those seeking a cardio boost, editors praised the Rogue SR-2 Speed Jump Rope, priced at $49, for delivering a high-intensity workout. “These gnarled grips are the kind that you’re never going to lose,” said Samuel. “This rope is built for speed.”
ROGUE SR-2 SPEED ROPE 3.0
Rogue Fitness
roguefitness.com
$49.00
Versatility is key in fitness gear, and the $89 mat from Bala is designed for both strength and stretching, making it a multi-use option for at-home workouts. “It easily folds accordion style, so you can actually use it stacked, almost like a yoga block,” said Women’s Health fitness director Jacqueline Andriakos.
For recovery, the $150 Chirp R-P-M Mini targets sore muscles. “Unlike other percussion massagers, it doesn’t have quite as localized of a head, which I find a lot more comfortable instead of digging into one point on your muscles,” said Andriakos.
Chirp RPM Mini – Rolling Percussive Massager, Percussive Therapy, Whole Body Relief, Deep Tissue and Muscle Recovery, Percussion Massage, Rechargeable, Hands-Free Base, Powerful, 3-Speed Spin
Chirp
gochirp.com
$149.99
Experts recommend starting small, specific and realistic to stick to New Year’s resolutions. “Once you build the habit and momentum, you’re going to be much more motivated and much more likely to stick to your plans long term,” said Andriakos.
Tracking progress and celebrating small wins is also crucial. “The big goal that you have is going to take you months to get to, and it can be very, very discouraging and demotivating if you don’t see yourself having little successes,” said Samuel.
Some fitness equipment may qualify for health savings account or flexible spending account reimbursement, which can help utilize unused health dollars. Coverage varies, and a letter of medical necessity may be required, so it’s best to check before making a purchase.
