The 2022 Men’s Health Fitness Awards

A perfect balance between stability and flexibility, it’s equally powerful for sprinting ultrafast on a manual treadmill and pounding out a five-mile run.

“On maxes out its signature honeycomb CloudTech cushioning for a supremely tuned ride. Whether I’m running a quick 5K or a longer training run, I feel like I’m running in the air.”

—Brett Williams, NASM, fitness editor

They sit easily on your head and feature antifog tech that keeps your vision clear even during your hardest runs.

Most options shut out the sounds of the outside world, which is great for music but not for general safety. Shokz delivers strong audio that also lets environmental noise through.

Lightweight at 7.2 ounces and with a full-length carbon plate to absorb impact and your heel strike and sling you forward, the MetaSpeed delivers bounce when you walk and lets you feel invincible when you run.

A carbon-plate shoe for under $200 is a rarity, but Reebok delivers that here, in a package that delivers solid stability and manages to feel lightweight, too

A relaxed-fit, sweat-wicking shirt that never overheats you and gives you plenty of room to move, whether you’re running quick sprints or hitting the road for a few miles.

These aren’t just comfortable; they’re also made of recycled fibers.

A fully loaded sock with graduated compression in the calf area to improve blood circulation and ventilation to eliminate blisters.

At 116 grams, it weighs less than a T-shirt, but still keeps you dry, and with a two-way zipper and front and back vents, it won’t overheat you, either.

Neoprene buoyancy shorts perfectly position your body for extra speed as they keep water out and maintain comfort for a broad range of body types.

Finis’s biggest strapless paddles let you go fast while correcting your form—pushing you to extend and catch and teaching you to apply even pressure on each stroke.

You’ve gotta see the competition to beat them, and the Swipe antifog tech in these lets you reactivate your anti-fog coating after extended use.

This no-frills pair features a double nose bridge and a grip coating that prevents it from slipping.

These ultra-durable shoes improve traction in any condition. Their rocker shape keeps every stride smooth, no matter the terrain.

This ultimate outdoor watch tracks key fitness metrics, plays music, and offers spot-on GPS—all while providing up to 22 days of battery life with solar charging.

Hoka reinforces this pair with two carbon plates that deliver both forward and lateral energy return. That means you’ll stay balanced and nimble on even the rockiest of switchbacks.

“The extra-breathable material keeps my head cool, and reflective tech on the brim keeps me feeling safe during night runs.”

—Christian Gollayan, senior commerce editor

The strap on this 18-ounce flask is so comfortable that you’ll barely realize you’re carrying it. Bonus: There’s room in the zippered pocket for just about everything.

Crush any gravel path or trail with the Lefty’s sturdy suspension, light frame, and wide tires—all built to give you optimal control.

This smooth ride offers five levels of pedal assistance to power up tough hills or dig through your longest, toughest rides. A bonus: The Jax Rev folds up for storage.

The superlight carbon-fiber construction means it’s built for any ride, whether you’re gutting out a workout or cycling to visit a friend. Specialized’s Body Geometry touchpoints prevent you from feeling stiff on long trips.

These speakers sit securely and provide crisp audio through cleans, bench presses, and even handstands (if that’s a thing you do).

Nordic teamed up with Amazon for these weights, which adjust from five to 50 pounds with voice command.

An evolution of the safety squat bar, Kabuki’s Transformer can simulate goblet squats, front squats, and back squats, allowing you to train hard and heavy without ever taxing your shoulders.

“It tracks the metrics I need—heart-rate variability, sleep—with no excess, and it’s built to take a pounding in the gym.”

—Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., fitness director

For anyone with old-school loadable dumbbells, these ultra-light, cushiony attachments can save your knees and make your lift just a bit more comfortable.

A redesigned heel clip stands firm even during the heaviest deadlifts, and a flexible foam springs back during plyo drills

These light-up pods challenge reflexes and agility. Tap the highlighted pod after every rep of pushups or sprints, or while holding a plank.

Just pack it with as many SandBells (no fooling around with actual sand) as needed for up to 160 pounds of resistance during cleans, carries, and deadlifts.

This is no ordinary video game. Switch Sports will have you actively swinging your hands and kicking your legs out as you play soccer, tennis, and bowling, among other games, quietly pushing your heart rate and incinerating calories.

This breathable top moves with you when you reach overhead for pullups and chin-ups thanks to its seamless construction.

Extra-roomy terry joggers that manage to stay dry no matter the workout and are perfect for any strength or calisthenics session.

Delivers the tight fit you need for compression along with a thick build that’s ready for any workout, whether you’re skidding across turf or grabbing dumbbells and barbells.

Proprietary GripDry fire keeps you blister-free no matter your training, and these socks offer enough grip and feel for anyone who wants to deadlift sans sneakers.

Diversify your kettlebell stack–and save space too–with a rugged canvas weight designed to be filled with sand.

The updated Minimus introduces a BOA Fit System dial for topnotch lockdown–and these kicks crush it for heavy lifts like squats and deadlifts.

If a metcon session leaves your feet sweating, this pair offers supreme breathability with pillow-like cushion.

Its shape anchors the roller in place, letting you apply pressure to tight muscles by rolling your body across its surface.

“I take this 1.5-pound powerhouse everywhere because it fits easily in any backpack or duffel bag. It’s the ultimate on-the-go back loosener.”

—Ben Court, executive editor

The first fully wireless air-compression boot features four pressure settings and 240 minutes of battery life on one charge. It’s post-leg-day bliss.