These workout gadgets and equipment will make you feel like you’re hiking (from home)

Exercising at home can get pretty monotonous at times. Instead, if you could go on a hike or do something more intense in the fresh air, it might make the task more interesting. So, today's roundup highlights some of the best workout gadgets and equipment which will give you that hiking-like adrenaline rush from the comforts of your home.

WalkingPad S1 Foldable Workout Device in Use

Towards the beginning of 2020, a smart workout was mostly confined to Peloton or Echelon or Hydrow. But as we proceeded towards the second half of this year, new brands have come up with designs that will simply blow your mind. We’ve seen high-tech AI-based home gyms like the Tempo Studio or the Yves Béhar FORME Life, but today’s highlights add more strength to the overall experience. 

Related: The ultimate fitness gadget guide for your home gym

Imagine experiencing a hike from the comforts of your home. Sounds like a joke, right? Well, with these latest workout machines, you can actually feel that kick of working out in the open, even when you’re doing it at home. Keep exploring the best fit for a healthy body and soul.

CLIMBR Connected and Pure Workout Machine Series

If you like climbing and it’s the most useful exercise for you, the CLIMBR Connected and Pure Workout Machine Series is something you need to go for. It includes two models: Connected and Pure. The Connected machine has on-demand instructor-led classes, which makes it a great way to exercise with virtual assistance. There are also built-in speakers that allow you to play music aloud. The Pure machine, on the other hand, is less expensive that features a smaller screen, and also uses rechargeable battery power. This is great for portability and provides plenty of versatility for users. 

WalkingPad S1 Foldable Workout Device

Getting a workout gadget is not that difficult anymore. But fitting it in your home can be a huge ask. This folding treadmill is a great option for those who are running short of space. It comes with a 180-degree hinge that makes it foldable. In fact, it also stores vertically. So you can use it to walk at your standing desk and then keep it stood up next to your desk. When unfolded, the WalkingPad S1 measures just 20.4 inches wide, 32.5 inches long, and 5.5 inches tall. That means it’s small enough for you to use in pretty much any room of your house. It offers three different modes of control: feet sensory, remote, and the app. 

NordicTrack X32i Smart HD Touchscreen Treadmill

The NordicTrack X32i Smart HD Touchscreen Treadmill is more than a simple piece of exercise equipment. It combines all your favorite classes in one spot with an interactive training touchscreen. Even if you use this smart treadmill in a less-than-beautiful area of your home, you can feel like you’re outside. Depending on the class you take, your trainer might take you on a run on the beach or through a forest. This smart touchscreen treadmill gives you access to an on-demand library of more than 16,000 workouts. 

Tonal Intelligent Fitness System

Strengthen your entire body at home with the Tonal Intelligent Fitness System. This personalized gadget offers interactive video exercises driven by machine learning. Tonal combines a whole gym and personal trainer into one system, allowing you to use it in your own home whenever you want. The compact system mounts to your wall, making it possible to work out without requiring a lot of space. Tonal also uses innovative digital weights instead of gravity or metal plates, providing accurate and smooth lifting. 

Escape Fitness STEP System Aerobic Platform

The Escape Fitness STEP System Aerobic Platform customizes your workouts and fitness levels to make your sessions more challenging. For beginners, you may wish to purchase only the step for classic exercises. This isn’t too elevated, making it great for warming up, too. Alternatively, opt for risers to make your workouts more challenging by adding height. By choosing an inclined platform, you’ll have to work harder. As a result, you’ll burn more calories. 

Echelon Smart Connect EX3 Home Exercise Bike 

Getting fit and staying motivated can be tough. Fortunately, the Echelon Smart Connect EX3 Home Exercise Bike is great for upping your fitness regime from the comfort of your living room. The bike offers a comfortable ride. In particular, the six-inch seat won’t cause any irritation during your exercises. The pedals are also smooth and high-quality. As a result, you can ride for longer periods and replicate the feeling of being outdoors. For further comfort, there’s a handheld rack on the seat glide that won’t cause any restrictions.

Echelon Smart Connect EX3 Home Exercise Bike at Home

Peloton Indoor Exercise Bike

The Peloton Indoor Exercise Bike provides you with a way to fit in serious cardio exercise, even when you don’t have time to leave the house. The Peloton gives you access to nearly 100 live classes per week. So you won’t be watching some boring 80’s workout recording. In fact, the instructors can even shout out to you in real-time, so you better keep up. If you can’t make a live class, choose from the library of classes that range from five to 90 minutes in length.

NOHrD SlimBeam Cable Machine Multiuse Workout Station

With the NOHrD SlimBeam Cable Machine Multiuse Workout Station, you don’t have to sacrifice style for function. This cable station is a classic piece of exercise equipment that will look great in your living space. Made of high-quality wood or steel, it’s a stylish addition to your home. But more than that, this cable machine lets you do the butterfly exercise and target both sides of your body at once. From such a compact machine, this is a big win.

If you had to use one of these workout gadgets and equipment at home, which one will it be and why? Share with us in the comments below.

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