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Tom's Guide Fitness Awards 2026: Nominations Now Open
4/12/2026, 11:08:01 AM
Overview of the Awards
The Tom's Guide Fitness Awards 2026 have officially opened for nominations, aiming to recognize innovative products that assist individuals in achieving their fitness goals. The awards cover a broad spectrum of categories, reflecting the diverse needs of fitness enthusiasts, from casual exercisers to dedicated athletes.
Award Categories
The awards will feature several categories, each designed to spotlight specific areas within the fitness industry. The categories include:
Home Training
This category encompasses all equipment necessary for effective workouts at home, such as resistance bands, dumbbells, smart scales, treadmills, and other exercise gear.
Golf
Products that enhance the golfing experience, including rangefinders, game trackers, AI-powered launch monitors, simulators, and golf apparel, will be recognized in this category.
Running
Celebrating the best in running gear, this category will honor running shoes, watches, headphones, and apparel suitable for runners of all levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes.
Winter Sports
This category highlights essential gear for winter sports, focusing on smart goggles, apparel, and gloves that enhance performance while remaining unobtrusive.
Hiking
Products that improve the hiking experience, including smartwatches that serve as safety tools, intuitive mapping apps, and high-quality hiking boots, will be acknowledged.
Recovery
Recognizing the importance of recovery in athletic performance, this category will feature products such as compression boots, wearable sensors, and other recovery aids essential for athletes post-exercise.
Submission Details
Brands interested in participating can submit their products through an online entry form, selecting the relevant category for each submission. The entry fee is set at $250 per product, per category, with no limit on the number of submissions. Products may also be entered into multiple categories, incurring an additional fee for each.
Important Dates
The deadline for nominations is April 24, 2026. Winners for each category will be announced at the end of the month, providing recognition for those products that significantly contribute to the fitness community.
The Tom's Guide Fitness Awards 2026 aim to highlight the best products that support healthier lifestyles, encouraging innovation and excellence within the fitness industry.
