Before you buy

Shopping with Fitness Options

Choosing the right type of machine

The site is organised by equipment type, which makes it easier to narrow things down before you compare brands. Treadmills, crosstrainers, rowers and exercise bikes each suit different goals, so it helps to decide first whether you want cardio, full-body strength work or something more specialised. The listed categories also include boxing equipment and benches for people building a home gym around resistance training.

Comparing brands and models

The range is built around named manufacturers rather than generic budget kit. WaterRower, for example, is known for rowers, while the Inspire and NordicTrack lines appear in several categories including incline exercise bikes and a smith functional trainer. When two models look similar, check the category page and product detail to see what distinguishes them, such as incline or decline features on a bike or whether a trainer comes as a standalone unit or a package.

Planning room space and installation

Larger items like functional trainers and multi-gyms need more floor space than a standard exercise bike, so it is worth measuring your room before you choose. The business says it offers 2D and 3D visual planning, which can help you see how equipment will fit. It also states that it employs its own engineers for delivery and installation, so you can ask about that service before ordering.

Commercial and specialist orders

If you are equipping a gym, club or workplace rather than a home, the store offers a bespoke design service and a dedicated commercial department. Contacting that team before you buy is the most sensible route for multi-unit or larger projects, as they can discuss your requirements directly.