5 fitness must-haves chosen by our experts

Whether it's a new mat for your Pilates class or a feature-packed exercise bike to lay the foundations of a home gym, our experts have highlighted their recommendations so you can focus your energy on your workouts.

All the products recommended have done well in our rigorous, unbiased testing. Read our reviews to find out more and to see which ones are Best Buys. 

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Expert-approved fitness picks

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro

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This fitness tracker is more akin to a smartwatch and is useful for gathering data on your workouts, from heartbeat to distance. You can use it regardless of whether you have an Android or iOS phone.

It can track more than 150 types of workouts, and will automatically detect things such as walking, running or cycling. It also has GPS tracking, and it's waterproof up to 5 ATM. However, Xiaomi warns against using it in hot showers or in a post-workout sauna session.

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Liforme Travel Yoga Mat

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This yoga mat has a very grippy top surface that can help keep you stable while holding several yoga poses. It's also designed to roll up tightly and comes with a yoga mat bag when bought from Liforme, which allows you to carry it on your shoulder. 

It's made with rubber, so it isn't the most lightest mat we tested. It was the thinnest, with 2mm of cushioning, so it may not be the best if you're looking for a mat to do activities or classes where your knees, hips, or wrists need more cushioning.

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If you're looking for something more budget-friendly, our expert also recommends the Maximo Yoga Mat. It's significantly cheaper, but some may find the 12mm foam cushioning a bit too much. Others may prefer it for activities such Pilates, where you'll typically want more padding. 

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Pulsio Air massage gun

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This small and light,massage gun weighs 0.45kg, making it easy to slip into a gym bag or a drawer. It can help you reduce muscle soreness after intense exercises, which we tested for.

It comes with a round ball, fork, bullet and flat attachments to help you target various muscles, and is charged by a USB-C cable.

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Shokz OpenRun Pro bone conduction headphones

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Bone conduction headphones use vibrations to bypass the ear canal and transmit sound waves to your inner ear through your cheekbone. These are a great choice if you want to listen to music while running, cycling, or exercising in an area where you want to be able to hear your surroundings.

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Sadly, we haven't found any cheaper alternatives that we can guarantee are worth your money. Our expert said you'll be hard-pressed to find a decent pair of bone conduction headphones for under £100. 

Original Peloton Bike

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This coveted exercise bike is jam-packed with features and remains a popular choice despite being the most expensive bike we've tested. It has 100 resistance levels, and its seat and handlebars are also highly adjustable.

It has a large touchscreen that (if you sign up to a Peloton membership for £39 a month) will show you exercises, scenic routes, and let you stream films, TV shows, live sports and other entertainment while you work out. 

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