Testing and Reviewing Workout Tech with John Cena and Pete Davidson
Summary
In this article, we follow John Cena and Pete Davidson as they test and review various workout gadgets, including a jump rope, a strength training device, LED light pods, a percussive massage device, a hammer for massaging the back, a vibrating foam roller, and the Hyperice. The reviews are mixed and lighthearted, with some gadgets being rated highly and others not so much. The speaker acknowledges their lack of expertise in working out and suggests that personal preference should guide the choice of workout equipment.
Table of Contents
- Jump Rope: Accurate Half the Time
- Active Body Active 5: Not Worth the Price
- Blaze Pod Flash: Too Easy to Cheat
- Theragun Mini: Good for Bad Backs
- Hammer for Massaging the Back: Harmful to Injured Tissue
- High-Intensity Vibrating Foam Roller: Effective for Healthy Tissue
- Hyperice: Recommended for Cool-Downs and Relaxation
Jump Rope: Accurate Half the Time
John Cena and Pete Davidson start their workout tech review with a jump rope that counts jumps and costs $16. The rope is made of steel and has a PVC sheath to avoid twisting and bending. Reviews were mixed, with some saying it made jumping easier and others finding it too sensitive to touch. John and Pete found it accurate about half the time and rated it 2 out of 5.
Active Body Active 5: Not Worth the Price
Next, they tested the Active Body Active 5 handheld isometric strength training device, which costs $120 and pairs with an app for 100+ low impact workouts targeting different muscle groups in just five minutes. Reviews were mixed, with one customer calling it a “horrible paperweight.” John tried it out, but found it not to his liking and joked that it’s better used as a masturbation tool.
Blaze Pod Flash: Too Easy to Cheat
The speaker and their friend are discussing various fitness gadgets. They move on to the Blaze Pod flash reflex and reaction training LED light pods, which cost $300 and are meant to create visual cues for athletes and trainees. The speaker and their friend don’t like it because it’s too easy to cheat.
Theragun Mini: Good for Bad Backs
The speaker discusses the Theragun mini, a handheld percussive massage device that costs $200-$500. The speaker likes it because it helps with their bad back, but they note that some reviewers find it too intense.
Hammer for Massaging the Back: Harmful to Injured Tissue
The speaker talks about a hammer for massaging the back, which can be harmful to already injured tissue.
High-Intensity Vibrating Foam Roller: Effective for Healthy Tissue
The speaker discusses a high-intensity vibrating foam roller, which is good for healthy tissue but may not be effective for those in pain.
Hyperice: Recommended for Cool-Downs and Relaxation
The speaker recommends the Hyperice for cool-downs and relaxation, but suggests adding a Bluetooth speaker to make it even better.
Conclusion
Overall, the speaker seems to enjoy trying out new fitness gadgets, but is skeptical of their value and potential for cheating. They acknowledge their lack of expertise in working out and suggest that personal preference should guide the choice of workout equipment.
