Premium dumbbells gain popularity on Temu as Aussie shopping habits shift
LEO ZAITSEV EXPECTED his first Temu sale to be a yoga mat, maybe some resistance bands. Instead, he says that less than 24 hours after listing, someone bought adjustable dumbbells worth over $600. "I was pleasantly surprised," said Zaitsev, 46, Director of Commercial...
Tried & Tested: Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4
Adidas’ top-tier race day shoe promises explosive bounce and otherworldly propulsion. Does it deliver?
The best walking shoes of 2025, ranked
Looking for your next pair of walking shoes? We’ve ranked the best and most comfortable models to help you find the right fit
The New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 launches today
NEW BALANCE has officially released the FuelCell Rebel v5, the latest iteration of its acclaimed Rebel series. The shoes are designed to look and feel fast, catering to runners looking for a blend of lightweight performance and daily training versatility. The Rebel v5...
Tried & tested: WHOOP 5.0 and WHOOP MG
‘THE BODY KEEPS THE SCORE’. It’s the title of Bessel van der Kolk’s bestselling 2014 novel about how our minds, brains and bodies remember past psychological trauma, but more recently, it seems to have morphed into a catchphrase used to describe how factors like...
From dads to dandies: how New Balance redefined the sneaker industry
DARREN TUCKER SMILES coyly when I ask him if he’s ever worn a pair of New Balance’s cult shoe, the 1906L, commonly known as the ‘snoafer’ . A combination – a lovechild is perhaps a better description – of a sneaker and a luxury loafer, the shoe stunned the footwear...
The best super trainers of 2025, ranked
LESS THAN A decade ago, the first pair of carbon-plated super shoes arrived, allowing runners to achieve higher levels of energy return, go faster than ever and shatter long-standing records. Super shoes revolutionised the performance footwear industry, but they came...
Tried & tested: New Balance Hierro V9
The Hierro V9 is New Balance’s most refined trail shoe yet, with plush cushioning and category-leading traction. It makes a compelling case to be your go-to off-roader
Tried & Tested: Reebok Nano X5
The new Reebok Nano X5 is the ultimate training shoe, and it helped this writer get back in the gym
The best budget running shoes of 2025
You want to upgrade your running shoes without breaking the bank? We'll help you find the shoe that's best for you
AI is coming for your gym equipment
With AI set to revolutionise the fitness industry, we take a closer look at the AI-powered gym equipment and gear leading the charge
The best hiking shoes, boots and sandals for your next adventure
Different hikes require different levels of support for your feet. Whether you're tackling Everest or simply taking on a low-grade hike, this footwear will get the job done
Win a pack of Ed Kavalee’s collagen protein powder valued at $138
Premium protein is hard to come by. Find out how you can win a pack of 40UP, the quality whey and collagen-based protein Ed Kavalee swears by
The best fitness gear and tech sales to shop on Afterpay Day 2025
Cost of living pressures be damned, Afterpay Day is back and it's time to splurge on fitness gear and tech from March 20th-23rd
The best Puma running shoes of 2025, ranked
Puma is rapidly moving up the tiers of performance footwear brands. Keen to jump on the bandwagon? We'll help you find the shoe that's best for you
The best Brooks running shoes of 2025, ranked
Brooks is one of the world's bestselling footwear brands. Which of their crowd-pleasing shoes is the best for you?
Tried & tested: Hoka Cielo X1 2.0
The Hoka Cielo X1 was like a finely tuned engine, but the 2.0 vows it can go even faster. Does it make good on its promise?
The best Nike running shoes of 2025, ranked
No surprise here, the biggest footwear supplier on the planet has churned out some decent running shoes over time, but which of them is the best in 2025?
New running shoe: the New Balance Hierro V9 has arrived
The most innovative trail running shoe in New Balance's stable is available now. Here's why it could be worth your spend