Why online shopping beats the mall

The editor avoids in-person shopping and prefers buying gear online after researching or getting trusted advice. Prime Day sales let him upgrade equipment he's been wanting to try.

“I HATE SHOPPING in person.”

Garmin Instinct 3 fitness watch

Now 33 percent off at 300 dollars, down from 450. The Garmin Instinct series offers high functionality at a lower price point and is ideal for fitness tracking and route planning for runs.

Renpho massage gun with heat and cold

Now 10 percent off at 90 dollars, down from 100. This massage gun includes heat and cold features that other guns at this price don't offer, making it solid recovery tech for the whole family.

REP Fitness weighted vest upgrade

Now 20 percent off at 88 dollars, down from 110 in black. The editor has used this vest for years to level up bodyweight workouts and finds it more comfortable than other options.

HigherDOSE red light therapy mat

Now 25 percent off at 706 dollars, down from 946. The bundle comes with everything needed to start red light therapy at home, offering benefits like better skin and improved tissue repair.

Owala water bottle keeps drinks cold

Now 19 percent off at 32 dollars, down from 40. The double-walled insulated stainless steel bottle works with a straw or classic drinking and maintains temperature for hot and cold drinks.

Oura Ring 4 tracks biomarkers

Now 13 percent off at 349 dollars, down from 399. The editor prefers this smart ring over wrist watches because he can switch fingers and the data helps inform his weekly training decisions.

CAP Barbell hex dumbbells

Priced at 23 dollars each. These compact dumbbells feature knurled handles for grip, rubber ends to protect floors, and a hex design so they don't roll. They come with a convenient rack.

REP Fitness resistance bands

Now 20 percent off at 15 dollars, down from 19. These color-coded, durable bands are practical and cost-efficient for building strength and stretching, whether at home or outdoors.

Bose QuietComfort noise-canceling headphones

Now 31 percent off at 249 dollars, down from 359. These over-ear headphones drown out distractions and deliver pristine sound quality to keep you locked in during workouts.

BOB Gear jogging stroller for parents

Priced at 680 dollars. The editor recently started running with his one-year-old daughter in this stroller, which keeps the ride smooth on any terrain while hitting mileage for marathon training.

Aviron Strong Series gamified rower

Now 87 percent off at 343 dollars, down from 2,549. This elevated rower features smooth mechanics and a pristine display to keep you entertained during winter workouts.

About the editor recommending these

Charles Thorp is the Fitness and Reviews Editor at Men's Health and a NASM-certified trainer who has trained with high-performance athletes from the NFL, UFC, NBA, and US Olympics.

All picks are editor-tested

Every piece of gear recommended has been personally tested and approved by the editor. He shares these picks to help readers upgrade their home gym setups during Prime Day.