Have you ever run on six different treadmills on the same day? Or did you work out on seven different rowing machines (not during a CrossFit class)? Or my personal favorite: Have you had to carry multiple boxes of adjustable dumbbells up the stairs of your three-story walk-up? This is all part of my job description as the main fitness writer at CNET. It’s a tough job, but someone’s gotta do it. I’ve been working with our expert editors to improve our approach to testing this equipment.
We’ve refined our methodology on how we rate these machines to give you more insight into and why some machines get our stamp of approval. As a consumer of these products myself, I know that those shopping for a treadmill will care about the dimensions of the machine and that it’s sturdy with a decent speed range for running or walking. Someone shopping for an elliptical may focus more on the resistance options and stride length.
All fitness equipment functions differently yet the goal is the same: to help you get a workout in. That’s why it’s important to take the time to determine if the fitness equipment you’re looking for is right for your needs and home. We know how important it is to make the right decision when it comes to fitness equipment because the last thing you need is a machine that ends up becoming a clothing rack.
Fitness equipment methodology We judge fitness equipment based on the following criteria: Features: We look at the types of features offered by these p.
