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Ever wonder what it takes to really separate the wheat from the chaff when it comes to fitness gear and recovery tools? I mean, you’ve got all these gizmos and gadgets flooding the market—how do you pick the winners without ending up with a closet full of “maybe laters”? That’s where Charles Thorp steps in, a guy who doesn’t just talk the talk but has literally run, trained, and tested his way alongside some of the world’s most elite athletes—from NFL warriors to Navy SEALs. With his NASM certification and a knack for crafting killer workout programs, Charles brings a rare blend of raw athletic insight and savvy product scrutiny to the table. Trust me, when he’s not tearing it up at the gym or trekking in the wild, he’s busy decoding the best buys that genuinely move the needle on your performance and recovery. Curious to know what gear tops his list? You’re about to find out. LEARN MORE

Charles Thorp is the Fitness and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, where he shares the best product recommendations in gym equipment, recovery tools, supplements, and more. Following an early life in athletics, Charles became a NASM-certified trainer and began writing programs alongside the most respected coaches in the world.  

Since entering the world of fitness content, Charles has had the opportunity to learn from and train alongside high performance individuals from the NFL, UFC, NBA, Formula 1, CrossFit, US Olympics, and Navy SEALs. When he’s not writing about training programs or gear, he can be seen at the gym or in the wild, putting them to the test.