James Frew
James is Tom’s Guide’s Fitness Editor, covering strength training workouts, cardio exercise, and accessible ways to improve your health and wellbeing. His interest in fitness started over 10 years ago after being diagnosed with a chronic illness. To help manage the symptoms, he began focusing on strengthening his core, taking regular walks around the city, and practicing meditation. He also invested in fitness trackers, home workout equipment, and yoga mats to find accessible ways to train without the gym. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, James was the Fitness Editor at Fit&Well, where he covered beginner-friendly exercise routines, affordable ways to boost your wellbeing, and reviewed weights, rowing machines, and workout headphones. He believes that exercise should be something you enjoy doing, so appreciates the challenge of finding ways to incorporate it into everyday life through short muscle-building sessions, regular meditation, and early morning walks. James’ work has appeared in Live Science, Happiness, and consumer technology sites like MakeUseOf, Lifewire, and Blocks Decoded. He has reviewed headphones, fitness trackers, and smartwatches, covered events like the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), IFA, and Black Hat Europe, and was named Muck Rack’s Featured Journalist in February 2021. He was a regular contributor to the Really Useful Podcast and a co-host for the Blocks Decoded podcast, and spent five years as a Listening Volunteer for the UK-based mental health charity Samaritans. Outside of work, you’ll find him out on long dog walks, listening to podcasts, and excitedly checking out each week's New Music Friday releases.
Latest articles by James Frew
The best folding electric bikes for space-saving rides
By Dan Cavallari last updated
We put the best folding electric bikes through their paces to help you find the right bike for your next outdoor adventure, whether you're commuting to the office or taking a leisurely ride.
Best bone conduction headphones in 2024
By James Frew last updated
We've tested the best bone conduction headphones to help you find a set that'll keep you connected to your favorite audio and help you stay aware of your surroundings.
Forget sit-ups — you only need 10 minutes and 3 moves to build a stronger core and boost your posture
By James Frew last updated
This short abs workout builds core strength, helps boost your balance, and improve your posture in just 10 minutes without a weight or sit-up in sight.
You can now take Peloton classes with your Fitbit account — here's how
By James Frew last updated
Just hours after the Made by Google event, Fitbit announced that Peloton classes are coming to Fitbit Premium, with a selection available for free.
We've trained with the best sports watches for tracking your outdoor workouts
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best sports watches we've tested have GPS built-in, long battery life and plenty of fitness and heart-tracking sensors to record your training.
Best smart scales in 2024: Body composition scales for in-home use
By James Frew last updated
These are the best smart scales for weighing yourself at home and collecting health and fitness stats, according to our in-house testers.
Best Skechers shoes in 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
We've tested the best Skechers shoes to help you find the right pair for your next walk, training session, or run.
Best headphones and earbuds for working out 2024 — tested and rated
By James Frew last updated
We put the best workout headphones to the test to help you find a set that'll keep you motivated whatever your training style.
Best Oura Ring alternatives 2024
By James Frew last updated
If you're not a fan of the brand's smart rings, the best Oura Ring alternatives come with similar health and fitness tracking features without breaking the bank.
We've tested the best workout apps 2024 to help you train at home
By Jane McGuire last updated
These are the best workout apps, whether you're into strength training sessions, group classes and yoga or you're after a budget-friendly way to hit your fitness goals at home.
We've tested the best cheap running headphones for exercise on a budget
By Nick Harris-fry last updated
These cheap running headphones make an excellent companion, whether you're into casual jogs, speed training or marathons.
Best treadmills for indoor running and walking workouts 2024
By Nick Harris-fry last updated
We've tested the best treadmills for indoor workouts and low-impact walks to help you move your body and boost your cardio fitness at home.
We've tested the best exercise bikes to help you boost your fitness at home
By James Frew last updated
review The best exercise bikes provide a brilliant lower-body workout and they're a great tool for improving your cardiovascular health.
Best Fitbit 2024: Pick the perfect fitness tracker based on our testing
By James Frew last updated
Which is the best Fitbit to help you achieve your goals? We'll help you pick a fitness tracker with the best features in 2024 for the money.
We've tested the best adjustable dumbbells for weightlifting at home 2024
By James Frew last updated
We used the best adjustable dumbbells for strength training and high-intensity workouts to help you find the right weights for your muscle-building goals.
Chris Hemsworth's trainer shares a 5-minute dumbbell workout to build bigger arms
By James Frew published
Luke Zocchi's short routine is designed to work your upper body, engage your core, and build stronger arms with a mindful approach to weights training.
The best blue light blocking glasses in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
We put the best blue light blocking glasses to the test to see which are most comfortable, durable, stylish, and easy to see through to help you find the right set for your eyes.
We've tested the best sports headphones to help boost your motivation
By James Frew last updated
We put the best sports headphones to the test, including sets from Apple, Beats, and Jabra.
Massive MOD Bikes sale crashes electric bike prices up to $1,000 — 5 deals I'd buy right now
By James Frew published
This huge sale on MOD electric bikes crashes the cost of these premium ebikes, but don't hang around, as the sale ends July 31.
Oura Ring 4 leak confirms next-gen smart ring is on the way and could come in 2 styles
By James Frew published
The Oura Ring 4 is in the works, according to new regulatory documents. But will it be enough to fight back against the Samsung Galaxy Ring?
Best Peloton alternatives 2024 for at-home cardio workouts
By James Frew last updated
We've rounded up the best Peloton alternatives from brands like MYX, SoulCycle and NordicTrack to help you find the right exercise bike for your home workouts.
Personal trainer shares 15-minute workout to build full-body muscle and strengthen your core
By James Frew last updated
This personal trainer's short routine is designed to work muscles all over your body, strengthen your core, raise your heart rate, and boost your metabolism in just 15 minutes.
You can now pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Ring at Amazon — but there's a catch
By James Frew published
You can pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Ring from Samsung direct or Amazon, but which is actually the better option when you add in sizing kits too?