Originally released globally in June, the Polar Grit X2, is now officially available in the United States. If you’re looking for advanced navigation, serious biosensing, and a compact build that works in the city as well as on the trail, this is one to check out.

Stair climbers have quietly become one of the most sought-after cardio machines for home gyms, with STEPR leading the charge. But with four different models (the STEPR Go, Home, Pro, and XL) it can be tough to figure out which is right for you.

In this side-by-side comparison I’ll break down exactly how they differ, and which one you should get depending on your goals, space and budget.

Nike and Hyperice have teamed up for one of the most ambitious recovery products yet: the Hyperice x Nike Hyperboot. These $899 wearable boots promise the same compression and heat therapy used by elite athletes, but in a form you can actually move in. I’ve been testing them for the past few weeks, and here is my full review on what they do best, who they are for and whether they’re worth the high price.

The new Pixel Watch 4 is here, and it’s already making getting strong reviews. Google’s latest smartwatch refines nearly every part of the experience with a brighter display, faster charging, better battery life, and a few long-awaited upgrades that early reviews say finally make it feel truly premium.

So how does it hold up in the real world? Here’s a roundup of what some of the early reviews are saying:

Reebok has officially entered the wearable space with the launch of the Reebok Smart Ring, accompanied by a major new partnership with F45 Training. The announcement marks a new chapter for Reebok, signaling a return to performance innovation with a focus on technology, data, and community-driven fitness.

iFIT has issued a recall for its older NordicTrack RW900 rowing machines after reports that the screen console can overheat and ignite. The recall affects tens of thousands of units sold between 2018 and 2022 and includes free in-home repairs for anyone who owns one.

This is one of the largest connected fitness recalls in recent years and serves as a reminder that even premium, established products can pose serious risks as they age.

Eight Sleep, best known for its high-tech temperature-regulating mattresses, has released a new product that takes its signature cooling technology to the pillow. The new Pod Pillow Cover adds active temperature control to the one area that has always been left out of the company’s sleep system: your head.

The concept is simple. Instead of creating an entirely new pillow, Eight Sleep designed a cover that slides over the pillow you already use. Inside are ultra-thin channels that circulate water to keep the surface either cool or warm throughout the night.

STEPR, the stair-climbing company redefining at-home and commercial cardio, has officially opened a community equity round that allows everyday users and fans to invest directly in the company.

The move marks a major milestone for a brand that’s already built a profitable business without outside funding. It’s a rare story in fitness hardware: a startup that’s bootstrapped its way to success before ever raising capital.

You’ve already seen the Normatec Elite boots turn heads, and now Hyperice is expanding its wireless compression lineup with the Normatec Elite Hips, a self-contained air compression system for your hips and lower back. The goal is to deliver the same wireless, hose-free recovery experience as the Elite boots, but for an area that often gets overlooked.

After reading through the details and comparing it to the rest of the Normatec family, here’s what stands out, what looks promising, and what will need to prove itself in real use.

Plunge has just launched the All-In Gen 2, an upgraded version of its all-in-one cold plunge. The first All-In was already one of the more convenient, “plug-and-plunge” setups out there. No external chiller, no plumbing – just fill it up and plug it in. This new model looks to refine everything that came before it, especially when it comes to cooling speed, energy efficiency, and app integration.