At Select, our goal is to help you find the products that will make your life even better: We do the leg work and research so you can be selective. So, with our first-ever Select Best of Wellness Awards, we set out to bring you top products in four categories — fitness apparel, fitness tech and equipment, sleep and self care.
After combing through all the products featured in our relevant wellness content and researching additional and new products, every one that made the cut underwent a trial period with our staff of shopping experts using and living with them for five weeks. In the end, 70 products have earned a wellness award from Select.
Shop the winners that were featured on the TODAY show, below. Or jump into our complete list of winners — including under $25 and Amazon picks — on Select’s site.
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Winners of the Select Best of Wellness Awards, as seen on TODAY
Workout Essentials
Brooks Revel 6 Shoes
Award: Best Workout Shoes | Activity: Running
“I felt sturdy and supported even though I almost forgot I was wearing sneakers at all.” - Zoe Malin, associate updates editor
“You can decently feel the ground, there is enough support, but they’re not super padded.” - Harry Rabinowitz, reporter
Dr. Scholl’s Women’s Extra Support Insoles
Award: Best Insoles | Activity: All
“These are a great option for weight distribution and comfort. I prefer more structure in an insole than less, and this option really delivers." - Christina Colizza, editor
Spanx Soft and Smooth ⅞ Leggings
Award: Best Leggings | Activity: Running
“These leggings are so comfortable and breathable. They’re very flattering and form-fitting.” - Rebecca Rodriguez, editorial projects associate
Girlfriend Collective Paloma Racerback Bra
Award: Best Sports Bra | Activity: Low Impact
“The bra is very flattering and you can wear it as a top or bra. The compressive design holds you in really well.” - Rebecca Rodriguez
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
Award: Best Wireless Earbuds | Operation System: Apple
“The AirPods’ noise cancellation is the best I’ve experienced, and they’re extremely comfortable to wear and work out in. They always stay secure in my ears while running and I can easily hear sounds around me in transparency mode.” - Zoe Malin
Winners of the Select Best of Wellness Awards, as seen on the 3rd hour of TODAY
Sleep Essentials
Casper Foam Pillow
Award: Best Pillow Overall
"I've slept on a lot of pillows, but there is something about the way that this one supports my head while still feeling cloud-like.” - Lauren Swanson, editorial director
Slip Pillowcase
Award: Best Pillowcase | Type: Silk
“I’ve typically bought cheaper [silk pillowcase] options that do the trick (protect my hair, softer on my skin, etc.), but this one is clearly just such better quality.” - Mikhaila Archer, NBC page
California Design Den Sheet Set
Award: Best Sheets | Price: Budget
“I tend to run hot and find these sheets breathable and crisp. I also really appreciate the smart ‘head’ and ‘foot’ tags that made making the bed easier. I think they’re a really great deal!” - Christina Colizza
Brooklyn Bedding Chunky Weighted Blanket
Award: Best Weighted Blanket Overall
“This is the best weighted blanket I’ve ever tried. It’s a manageable weight so I can easily move it around, and it’s soft but not like other fuzzy options that get all over you.” - Zoe Malin
LectroFan Evo Sound Machine
Award: Best Sound Machine Overall
“ I don’t really need anything fancy out of a sound machine and this one is simple, small and [the sounds are] so relaxing.“ - Rebecca Rodriguez
Loop Quiet Earbuds
Award: Best Earbuds Overall
“My bedroom is so noisy that I have been researching city windows, which cost thousands of dollars. But sleeping in the Loop earplugs almost completely solved the problem. I fully intend to buy them again.” - Leah Ginsberg, managing editor
Winners of the Select Best of Wellness Awards, as seen on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna
Fitness Accessories
Bala Bangles
Award: Best Weights | Type: Ankle
“These weights are stylish, versatile, easy to clean and easily portable. The elastic band is long so you can get the weights tight and secure around your wrists and ankles, and the velcro is super strong.” - Zoe Malin
Amazon Basics Hex Dumbbell
Award: Best Weights | Type: Dumbbells
“These weights have a knobby, ridged texture and did not slip or feel unsteady during weight training exercises. I was surprised at the quality, considering how affordable they are.” - Harry Rabinowitz
URBNFit Exercise Ball
Award: Best Exercise Ball Overall
“I can’t say enough about the material — the PVC is very thick and durable. It’s very strong, great quality and much less slippery than other exercise balls I have used — I did not have to reposition much during my exercises.” - Barbara Booth, contributing reporter
Fit Simplify Resistance Bands
Award: Best Resistance Bands Overall
“I absolutely love these resistance bands. They’re super stretchy — much more than any other resistance band I’ve tried — so I can better customize my workout.” - Mili Godio, updates editor
Theragun Mini
Award: Best Massage Gun Overall
“The Theragun Mini’s small style means I can bring it everywhere, which I love. I mostly used it on my legs and shoulders — the rounded top attachment was my go-to.” - Alexa Arent, leadership coordinator
How we chose our winners
To find our winners, our editors and staff tried hundreds of wellness items. Products underwent a five-week trial period before being selected as our favorite in their respective category. We utilized our editors as shopping and trying experts, along with medical professionals, who provided us with information and advice they give their patients.
When we look at any products, especially wellness items, we look at them comprehensively. To be our favorite in a category requires fulfilling a multitude of your needs. We want to provide you with products that perform well, but we also want to share ones that allow you to upgrade your life. Among other things, we specifically looked at price, size-inclusivity and overall quality and effectiveness.
About our experts
To ensure our product picks are more than just editor-approved, we used a panel of experts, including dermatologists, sleep doctors and personal trainers to share buying advice. Experts did not recommend individual products. When conferring with our unaffiliated panel of experts, we asked them for advice they would give to their patients or clients. You can learn more about our expert panel on our Best of Wellness Awards page.
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