Fitness & nutrition gear guides
We test and obsessively research fitness equipment and performance nutrition so that you buy right the first time.
We want you to choose fitness equipment and performance supplements that work well for you—so they won't go to a landfill or hog up space in your garage.
We're dedicated to making an inclusive outdoor space where everyone—regardless of how you do the outdoors—can make smart gear decisions.
Buy less junk. Help the planet. Gear for everyone.
We review dozens of sports bras to find the best supportive, most comfortable and affordable sports bras for running, hiking, and the outdoors. For chest sizes AA-D (we’ve got a D+ review too!).
We tested electrolyte powders, tablets, capsules, and drops in hot and harsh conditions such as hiking, running, and biking to bring you this list of the best electrolyte supplements on the market.
Hands-on Garmin Enduro 3 review from a double Triple Crown thru-hiker. Solar charging, multi-week battery life, training tools, and how it stacks up in 2026.
We review sports detergents to find the best laundry detergent for workout clothes. Gym clothes require a tough sports wash that can address tough stains and odors. We tested the best-selling sports laundry detergent, the best everyday laundry detergent, and the best laundry boosters to meet your needs and budgets.
After years of testing dozens of energy bars, our writers share their favorites based on taste, fillingness, food sensitivities, value, availability, and more.
After years of testing dozens of protein bars, our writers share their favorites based on amount of protein, taste, fillingness, food sensitivities, availability, and more
For those with large breasts (AKA big boobs), we review the best sports bras for chest sizes D+. Comfortable, supportive, and affordable bras for most activities
We tested 35 SPF lotions to find the best body sunscreen for outdoor activities and best everyday sunscreen with broad spectrum UVA and UVB sun protection.
Prepping for your next backpacking trip? A home dehydrator lets you make your favorite homecooked meal or restaurant-quality food into meals for the outdoors.
We reviewed 22 of the best collagen powders to find the top peptide supplements, considering grass-fed, non-GMO, wild-caught, and pasture-raised sources. Our writer, Katie Gerber, is a certified nutrition coach and outdoor athlete who shares her research and experience with the top collagen peptide brands.
We taste tested dozens of top-rated protein powders to determine the best plant-based, whey, budget, and grass-fed protein powders on the market.
We review 25 top-rated models to find the best running tights and pants for men—with compression, phone pockets , and designed for mild and cool weather runs
The COROS PACE 4 is the perfect GPS running and sports watch for people seeking performance, simplicity, and comfort.
A significant upgrade from the COROS APEX 2, the APEX 4 has improved mapping capabilities as well as unique features such as adventure journaling.
We researched 62 of the most-talked about fanny packs in outdoor media and popular news stories. Then we tested the 11 most promising waist packs for hiking. After an estimated 75 miles of hiking, long bike rides, and visits to the farmer’s market, here are the best fanny packs for leisurely strolls, intense hikes, or a ride through town.
A brand new adventure watch from COROS, the Nomad has unique features such as adventure journaling and fishing profiles.
We taste test and compare 24 instant coffees to find the best specialty coffee, budget, grocery-store available, bulk, powder, freeze-dried, and most caffeine. Our review compares Starbucks VIA · Mount Hagen · Nescafé · First Ascent · SwiftCup · Four Sigmatic · Canyon · Cascadia · Alpine Start · Voila · Waka · Trader Joe's
Beginner climbing shoes tested by a certified climbing instructor for comfort, fit, grip, durability, break-in, and progression from gym climbing to outdoor routes.
We test climbing belay devices for all types of climbing. Find out how to pick the right one, use it safely, and keep it in top condition for your climbing trips.
We tested 22 different lightweight travel coffeemakers to find the best camping coffee brewers. We included the AeroPress, pour over, percolator coffee pots, and french press portable coffeemakers for on-the-go travel, backpacking, bikepacking, and car camping. AeroPress Go Travel Coffee Press · Hario V60 · MSR Mugmate · GSI Outdoors Enamel Percolator · ESPRO Ultralight Travel Press Bottle
Incredible battery life and extensive tracking metrics make the Garmin Instinct 3 our favorite GPS watch for hiking.
See our picks for best overall yoga mat, budget yoga mat, best mat for outdoor use, travel yoga mat and yoga towel from a Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher with 20+ years of teaching experience.
We tested the best wireless earbuds, behind the neck, and Bluetooth headphones for thousands of miles, while running, hiking, biking, and working out.
Impressive features, long battery life, different sizes, and solar options make the Garmin Instinct 2 series our favorite ABC GPS watch.
Not just for elite athletes – anyone can benefit from the Coros Apex 2's data, feedback, excellent battery life, app, and customizable interface.
With long battery life, durability, full smartwatch capabilities, and superior mapping capabilities, the fenix 7 Pro is our top pick for endurance activities.
We review the safest and best road bike helmets for commuters, road cyclists and urban recreational biking. The top rated helmets under $150 with vents and visors
After 8 months and 8 million steps, we still believe the Garmin Instinct is the best hiking GPS watch for most people. Here’s pros and cons after long-term use with this ABC watch.