
Kate Carter
Kate Carter is an experienced journalist who worked for the Guardian for a decade before going freelance. She writes for the Guardian, Runners World, and World Athletics amongst many other publications, and presents for The Running Channel. She is also a sub three hour marathon runner and an England Athletics coach.
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The 10 best running shoe deals, as chosen by an experienced runnerDeals Save big on a wide variety of great running shoes, from New Balance to Columbia and Saucony
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Best running shoes for supination 2026: Find the perfect fit for your feetBuyers guide These are the best running shoes you can buy in every category, from New Balance 1080 v15 and Asics Megablast to Brooks Glycerin 23.
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Best running watches 2026: Premium picks and budget buysBUYING GUIDE These are the best running watches in every category, from Garmin Fenix 8 to Apple Watch Series 8 and Coros Pace 2.
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Best smart scales 2026: Track body composition in the comfort of your homeBUYING GUIDE These are the best smart scales to buy in every category, from Renpho Elis 1 and Eufy P3 to Garmin Index S2.
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Best electric toothbrushes for kids 2026: Fun, effective and tested by experts.Buying Guide These are the best electric toothbrushes for kids, from Oral B Kids and Philips Sonicare for Kids to AutoBrush Sonic Pro.
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What to buy as a beginner runner: Must-haves vs non-essentialsBuying guides The array of running gear and accessories can be overwhelming for a beginner runner. Here is our guide to what you need — and the things that really are just optional extras
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Best humidifiers 2026: Banish dry air from your homeBuying Guide These are the best humidifiers you can buy in every category, from Dyson AM10 and Levoit LV600HH to HoMedics TotalComfort Deluxe.
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Best shoes for Peloton and indoor cycling 2026: Up your game with the best cycling footwearBUYING GUIDE The best cycling shoes you can buy in every category, from Peloton to Shimano RC1.
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Best workout equipment for home gyms 2026: Exercise in the comfort of your homeBuying Guide Set up your home gym with the best workout equipment for home.
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Best walking treadmills 2026: An easy way to hit your step goalBuying Guide These are the best walking treadmills you can buy in every category, from Mobvoi Home Treadmill to Bluefin Fitness Task 2.0 Treadmill.
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Best budget exercise bikes 2026: Sturdy, affordable and fun to useBUYING GUIDE Here are the best cheap exercise bikes to buy in every category, from Echelon Connect EX5 to Yosuda and Zwift Ride.
By Maddy Biddulph Last updated
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Best exercise machines for weight loss 2026BUYING GUIDE Our favorite cardio machines, from the iconic Peloton bike to the meaty NordicTrack X22i treadmill.
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Best exercise bikes 2026: From budget options to premium smart bikesBuying Guide These are the best exercise bikes you can buy in every category, from the Peloton Bike and YOSUDA Bike to the Schwinn IC4.
By Sam Hopes Last updated
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Best water flossers 2025: Top 6 oral irrigators from Waterpik, Bitvae and moreBUYING GUIDE These are the best water flossers you can buy in every category, from Waterpik Ultra to Oclean W10 and Spotlight Oral Care.
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How to survive training for a marathon through winter (and what to buy)Buying guides Surviving and thriving in winter training can be tough, but get the right kit and you'll stay warm and motivated
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These are the three shoes we will be wearing for marathon trainingIt's the start of your marathon training, and here is everything you need, from the best running shoes to a home treadmill
By Kate Carter Published
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Best Fitbit watches 2025: Tried and testedBUYING GUIDE These are the best Fitbit wearables to buy in 2025, from simple fitness trackers to feature-packed smartwatches.
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New Balance 1080 v14 running shoes review: One of the best all-rounders on the marketReview New Balance 1080 v14: minor tweaks make an already great all-rounder an even better everyday shoe.
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Under desk treadmill deals: Save money and exercise while you workBuying guide Bring movement into your work day: Get your steps in while at work with these under desk treadmill deals.
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Best massage gun 2025: Tried and testedBUYING GUIDE Here are the best massage guns to buy in every category, from Theragun Pro to Homedics Pro Physio.
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We gave this Garmin smartwatch top marks for its fitness tracker features in our review and now it's $300 cheaperDeals The excellent Garmin Forerunner 945 is now half-price at Walmart.
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Runners! Here's everything you need for a spring marathonIt's the start of your spring marathon training, and here is everything you need, from the best running shoes to a home treadmill
By Kate Carter Published
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Should you work out every day?You’ve got the time and the motivation but should you work out every day? Let’s look at the pros and cons of exercising daily
By Emma Larad Last updated
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Which exercise burns the most calories?Reference Which exercise burns the most calories? We asked an expert in human metabolism for the answer
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