Time flies when you’re working every muscle group at once.
Well+Good editors sweat-test many fitness products throughout the year, from best-in-class equipment and recovery tools to workout apps and activewear. Needless to say, fitness is important to most of us, but because our goals and needs are so unique, it’s hard to find products that are right for everybody. That said, there is certain gear that we—and you, readers—can agree enhanced our workouts this past year. And out of the variety of items we’ve tried, tested, and loved, these are most popular fitness products Well+Good readers loved in 2024.
The top items include treadmills, a rower, and a smart fitness system that packs a gym’s worth of cardio and strength-training equipment into one machine. A well-known health- and sleep-tracking wearable also made the list, as well as recovery tools that use the power of infrared and cold water immersion therapy. More interestingly, we found that many of our readers favored activewear that functions as fitness products—for instance, one pair of leggings with built-in resistance bands. The common thread: All the products found on the list have been vetted by Well+Good editors and experts who’ve personally trained with these items.
Ready to get motivated? See your fellow Well+Good readers’ most-loved picks, below.
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We love the Aviron Strong Rower, and so do Well+Good readers. The Strong Go gamifies your workout to make indoor rowing more fun. You can use it in combination with a subscription-based app that features over 1,000 guided workouts, games, and immersive videos that let you virtually row across waters around the world. The rower itself uses a combination of air and magnetic resistance for a quieter rowing experience, and it has16 levels that provide up to 100 pounds of resistance. Unlike the Strong Rower, it doesn’t have a built-in display, but it has a holder for your tablet. What’s more? It can be stored upright when not in use, making it suitable for smaller living spaces.
The Speediance Smart Home Gym earned top marks among Well+Good editors, and won over the hearts of our readers. The fitness system uses electromagnetic weights, cables, and pulleys, and features a screen that streams strength training and cardio workouts into your home. You can also use it as a ski or rowing machine. “For such a compact smart home gym, the performance of Speediance is impressive,” says Well+Good contributor and certified personal trainer Amber Sayer. “You can use the touchscreen to digitally adjust the electromagnetic resistance up to 220 pounds, which is more than enough for me, and should be plenty for most recreational athletes and home gym users.”
Named as one of the best rebounder trampolines by Well+Good editors and Meagan Morris, certified personal trainer and Celebribody editor-in-chief, the JumpSport indoor trampoline also impressed readers. “This sturdy and secure trampoline isa bit smaller, with a frame diameter of 39 inches, but is also constructed of 36 cords, so you won’t worry about it breaking during the height of the workout,” says Morris, adding that it offers a “smooth, cushioned, yet lively bounce.”
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In 2024, Well+Good readers got in their miles with the Egofit Walker Pro M1, which is one of the best small-space treadmills our editors recommend. It’s an especially good pick for anyone who likes to walk while they work or squeeze in extra steps. The compact treadmill tops out at 3.1 miles per hour, and it comes with remote control to adjust the settings. A helpful digital monitor tracks your time, speed, and distance. Plus, it has wheels that make it easy to move around your house or into storage.
If you want to pick up the pace without wasting space, consider the XTERRA Fitness TR-150 Folding Treadmill—another small-space treadmill that’s won over Well+Good editors and readers. It comes equipped with a 5-inch LCD display that tracks metrics like speed, incline, time, distance, and calories, plus 12 preset programs and three levels of manual incline. The frame folds upright and has wheels so it can lay flat against a wall or slide under a bed for storage.
Out of the many fitness apps, Pvolve was the most popular choice among Well+ Good readers. (Call it the Jennifer Aniston effect.) The subscription-based streaming platform offers access to more than 100 on-demand and live workout classes. You can sort through resistance-training programs (or classes that use Pvovle’s specialized equipment), or select ones that require no equipment. The iOS and Android-compatible app offers a $19.99 monthly digital membership and a $179.99 annual membership. Plus, Pvolve offers a free 7-day trial.
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These aren’t your regular leggings, they’re resistance band leggings that can amplify any activity, from walking to more intensive workouts. The built-in bands add a level of difficulty, making every step, jump, squat, or lunge that much harder. Well+Good contributor Zoë Weiner reviewed a previous iteration of the Agogie leggings and wrote: “Every step felt like I was lifting weights.” Phew!
The Oura Ring 4 launched just last October, but it was the most popular sleep- and health-tracking wearable Well+Good readers bought in 2024. Compared to its predecessor, it’s more accurate in tracking sleep and other metrics like heart rate, body temperature, and movement, the information of which is available on Oura’s subscription-based app. Plus, it’s water resistant and boasts a long battery life of up to seven days. A bonus: Its sleek design, available in six colors, makes it look more like jewelry than tech gear.
The Elastique L’Original Leggings were popular among Well+Good readers, and for good reason: the pair essentially offers a micro-massage when worn. It has strategically placed MicroPerle beads that move stagnant lymphatic fluid, which in turn, can reduce swelling and pain. Weiner, who tested it out, says: “I’ve never been one to take the time to treat myself to a full-body lymphatic drainage massage … but these babies give me all the same benefits without taking a single minute of my regular routine.”
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The HigherDose Infrared PEMF Mat combines infrared light and PEMF, or pulsed electromagnetic field, to promote better sleep and faster recovery. Well+Good contributor Rebecca Norris tested (and loved) the PEMF Infrared Go Mat, the more portable and budget-friendly version of the above pick. “Whether I use it while laying on the ground or sitting in my office chair, the adjustable heat and tailorable PEMF therapy has been a transformative addition to my daily routine,” she wrote.
Well+Good readers jumped for the Hydragun Supertub, a cold plunge tub that brings the benefits of cold water immersion therapy to your home. It also earned the stamp of approval from Commerce Editor Francesca Krempa. “I plunge nearly every other day for as long as 10 minutes in 40℉. Why? Because I… genuinely love it,” wrote Krempa. “Yes, the initial shock of near-freezing water is never pleasant, but once I’m able to relax and focus on my breathing, it becomes almost meditative. (And my joints feel amazing afterward, too.)” Plus, the tub itself has its own self-sanitation system to keep the water clean, and it comes with all the accessories for use right out of the box.