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AGM Legion Pro Review | Great Budget GPS Watch To Transition from Apple

The new AGM Legion Pro Smartwatch was made with the outdoors in mind, but with an eye on everyday life. It’s ruggedly built and packed with features that allow you to track over 100 different sports activities and daily health monitoring.

AGM is a brand primarily known for its smart phones and tablets, they recently leapt into the GPS smartwatch category. For a first entry into the series, but second in the lineup behind the Legion, AGM put a lot of thought into what features to throw in. While ...

Peloton Bike Review | Is it Worth the Price Tag? (Our Comparison)

With so many indoor bike options out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed trying to choose the right one. Don’t worry, I’ve put together my full review of the Peloton Bike to help you decide if it’s the right fit for you.

I’ll be honest, I didn’t do much research before buying our Peloton bike a few years ago. We already had the Peloton Tread+, so it just felt like the obvious next step.

But do you really need to invest in all the Peloton equipment? Or could a more affordable bike still give yo...

What is Considered a Long Run? Why One Size Definitely Doesn’t Fit All

You hear “long run” and you’re either excited, a little terrified, or somewhere in between. But what’s considered a long run? Two experienced running coaches tackle some myths and break down what you really need to know to progress in your goals. The long run is exactly what it sounds like, the longest effort of your training week. And if you’re working toward a half, full marathon, or ultra, it’s often the most important workout on the schedule.

But that leaves a lot of runners wondering, how f...

Is the Peloton Tread+ Worth It? A Runner’s Honest Take After 6 Years

Adding a treadmill to your home is a big investment, and finding the right one can feel overwhelming. For years, the Peloton Tread+ generated plenty of buzz, followed by the release of the Peloton Tread a few years later. Our hoenst take on how it compares to other models for the price.

I still remember walking into the Peloton store back in 2019, ready to buy the Tread+, while my husband thought it would just be another piece of equipment that would gather dust.

Fast forward thousands of miles ...

Best Women’s Running Shoes According to Running Coaches (Real Miles, Real Reviews)

Women’s running shoes aren’t just smaller men’s shoes. They’re designed differently, and it matters. Here are our team’s picks for best women’s running shoes (and the why behind the design!).

No rule says you have to wear a men’s or women’s shoe; you can absolutely swap if the size matches. BUT… it might not feel as comfortable underfoot, and over time, your gait could become unbalanced.

That’s because shoes aren’t just about the size; they’re designed with a few key features that account for t...

Nike Vomero 18 Review | 200 Mile Update (We Love It)

I’ve run in a number of Vomero’s and often received the question, is it different from the Pegasus? Nike has taken a whole new look at things and the Nike Vomero 18 is a new shoe entirely. Let’s talk about the change and it’s substantial!

For 2025, Nike is moving to a new system of naming and creating shoes. You’ll see that for the everyday runner there is now the Structure for stability, the Vomero for that max cushion feed and Pegasus for the responsive ride. Within each of these, over the yea...

While on Earth Shoe Review: Almost Perfect Stylish Daily Trainer

There are plenty of athleisure shoes to pick from, but not all of them deliver beyond the style points. We tested the While on Earth Move Trainer to see if it’s just another fashion pick or a shoe that actually earns a spot in your daily rotation. While on Earth is a newer brand started by four athletes who are especially well-known in the CrossFit world. So right away you’re thinking, okay, these folks probably know a thing or two about comfort and performance, which means their shoes have to b...

Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro Review | $1000 Features for Less than Half the Price

Our review of the Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro.  At $399 it fills a lot of needs for less than some other brands, but does it check all our boxes?

While you may have never heard of the brand, now is a good time to get acquainted, as this watch was designed to do absolutely everything, from complicated tasks like Base Map Navigation and BioMetric Tracking to the basic watch features we all crave like a wrist flash light and daily reminders.

The best thing about this watch is it’s combination of the most a...

7 Best Nike Running Shoes: From Daily Trainers to Race Day

We’ve tested countless Nike running shoes over the years, and somehow, we always find ourselves coming back to a few tried and true models (now with updated versions we love just as much). Here, you’ll find honest Nike running shoe reviews from a team of testers representing every part of the pack.

 

Nike’s story started with University of Oregon track coach Bill Bowerman and his athlete Phil Knight. What began as a running shoe company has grown into one of the most recognizable athletic brand...

The Joy is in the Details: Tiny Gear That Makes Training Feel Good | October Gear Round-Up

They say it’s the little things in life that make the biggest difference, and if you’ve been running long enough, you know that’s true on the road and trail too.

Sometimes it’s a small detail, or a piece of gear you didn’t realize you needed until suddenly you can’t imagine your routine without it. That’s the kind of stuff we’re excited to share with you this month.

October’s gear round-up is full of those little gems, the things that make the miles smoother, the recovery cozier, and maybe even ...