Active
The latest Active breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at T3
Explore Active
-
What’s behind Garmin’s latest flurry of wearables?
T3’s Active Editor ponders Garmin’s recent release strategy, and wonders what might be coming next
By Matt Kollat Published
-
Oura just got smarter (again) with stress insights and a redesigned app
The world’s most popular smart ring evolves from a sleep tracker to a personal health advisor
By Matt Kollat Published
-
5 morning stretches that’ll leave your body stronger and more flexible, says a top strength coach
Jeff Cavaliere says they’ll leave you feeling 10 years younger
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
I tested Fjallraven’s PFAS-free Keb Ecoshell jacket in horrific weather and it’s easily their best shell yet
A rugged Gore-Tex revival that proves eco and performance can finally coexist
By Matt Buckley Published
-
I’ve been working out on NordicTrack’s X24 Studio Bike and it feels more immersive than a Peloton session
A huge screen and automatic incline and decline adjustments make this exercise bike one of the most versatile options on the market
By Leon Poultney Published
-
5 hiking essentials every beginner needs, says an outdoor expert
If you’re new to hiking, don't head out without these five things
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
Machines vs free weights: is one better for muscle growth? A new study confirms
You can make great gains with both
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
Strava backs down on Garmin branding lawsuit - your rides and runs still sync, for now
Strava agrees to follow Garmin’s attribution rules so your uploads keep flowing, but the legal battle isn’t over
By Lee Bell Published
-
Coros takes aim at Garmin with 'ultimate mountain sports watch', the Apex 4
A titanium, sapphire-topped multisport watch boasting longer GPS life and snappier mapping
By Lee Bell Published
-
You only need these two dumbbell exercises to grow your chest, says a top strength coach
Forget the bench press, machines and cables – Jeff Cavaliere says these two dumbbell exercises are your golden ticket
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
Outdoor expert shares 4 tips to help you recover faster after a hike
Body feeling battered post-hike? Here's what you need to do
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
Hyperice’s latest recovery gadget is a cordless compression wrap for sore hips and lower backs
The Normatec Elite Hips boasts clinic-style compression, a travel-friendly size, and four-hour battery life
By Lee Bell Published
-
A trainer says to do this 10-minute workout instead of crunches if you want to build functional core strength
No weights needed
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
Strava teams up with Airbnb to turn weekends away into easy 'run-cations'
Collab sees rural routes in the app, cosy stays sorted nearby, and there’s even a pastry at the end
By Lee Bell Published
-
FREITAG bends the rules again with three fresh silhouettes
The Swiss brand’s latest crossbody trio twists convention with bold shapes, flexible volumes and its signature one-off truck tarp craft
By Matt Kollat Published
-
No gym or dumbbells – build muscle at home with a resistance band and these 8 exercises
It’s one of the best (and most affordable) pieces of equipment to help you get stronger
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
BMW's new EV is incredibly affordable – the bad news is that you may have to get wet
We're absolutely down with that though
By Britta O'Boyle Published
-
Nike reveals how it tests running shoe prototypes with athletes before launch
The world's biggest running brand lifts the lid on its Vomero Premium prototype routine - from taped-up test pairs to retail
By Lee Bell Published
-
Brompton goes lighter and smarter with its next-gen e-bike range
The fresh T Line Electric boasts a super lightweight titanium frame and even learns how you ride
By Lee Bell Published
-
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s unilateral dumbbell workout builds serious strength and bulletproofs your whole body
Maximise your muscle gains, strength and build a rock solid core, training one limb at a time
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
“Majestic and powerful” – 13-year-old stuns the world at Spartan 100M Championship in Hvar
Rising star Elizabeth Polsgrove takes the women’s crown, as the weekend delivers unforgettable drama in Croatia
By Matt Kollat Published
-
Whoop quietly improves day-to-day accuracy with a 'high pressure' update
Strap too tight or messy data? The new but minimal Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG update aims to sort that out
By Lee Bell Published
-
Build serious muscle size with this low-impact seated upper body workout
Reduce the strain on your lower joints whilst hitting your arms, shoulders and back hard
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
Columbia brings back '90s classic Bugaboot, but you'll have to be quick if you want one
Supper limited run of 1,993 pairs will drop on 15 October
By Lee Bell Published
-
This 4-move pull session is your shortcut to building a bigger back and biceps
You'll be in and out the gym in 40 minutes
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
Premium running brand Ciele embraces Merino with first Woolmark-certified winter collection
The Montreal-based label fuses run-specific design with Woolmark-certified Merino wool
By Matt Kollat Published
-
I tried the Suunto Race 2 and it made me question my Garmin loyalty
With a bright AMOLED display and a simple user interface, it’s a worthy rival to Garmin’s line-up
By Leon Poultney Published
-
Forget running – this walking kettlebell workout burns fat and is gentle on the joints
You don't need to go cardio crazy when it comes to fat loss
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
HOKA steps into GORE-TEX territory with a bold new take on one of its chunkiest trail shoes
This is the first time this silhouette gets the waterproof treatment
By Matt Kollat Published