Peloton Guide review: A strong propostion for strength workouts

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Working out at home became a much bigger thing during the global pandemic, though Peloton existed long before Covid-19. The company arrived in 2012, pushing its own variety of «workout at home» with its original Peloton Bike, which was later followed by the Peloton Bike+, the Peloton Tread and more recently the Peloton Row. In between the Peloton Tread, some bad press and the Peloton Row, the Peloton Guide arrived, characterising a new generation of workouts without the gym.

The Peloton Guide is the company's first dedicated strength product and it comes in the form of a camera you connect to your TV, allowing you to workout with Peloton's instructors while it keeps track of what you do, making it a little more interactive than just following along to a video. Is it worth it? Here's our review.

4.5/5

Peloton Guide takes home workouts to a new level, giving a greater sense that you're part of something, rather than just watching along. There's a cost that comes with this system, but with the camera tracking your motion and reps, it can more accurately guide you through workouts and on your fitness journey.

First and foremost, there's the hardware. This is a 4K wide-angle camera that you connect to your TV via HDMI. Keep in mind it also requires constant power.

It's a great looking piece of kit, with a Peloton-branded sliding cover over the lens in case you want to cover the camera to ensure your privacy, as well as a physical mute switch on the rear of the unit.

This is all wrapped in a fabric finish, presenting it as a premium device — like the rest of Peloton's portfolio of products. It is small and discreet and there's no chance of it ruining the aesthetic of your lounge or gym. In fact, you barely notice it and the