James Oduya

Staff Writer & Home Gym Columnist

James has run a home gym out of his garage since 2019 and writes about the realities of buying and using equipment on a budget. He has no formal fitness qualifications but has bought (and returned) more gym kit than he'd like to admit.

Articles by James Oduya

• Rogue Invitational returns to Aberdeen for third year running
  The world's biggest CrossFit and Strongman event is heading back to P&J Live in October 2026 — but organisers have confirmed it will be the last time.
• The Best All-in-One Smith Machine and Cable Crossover Combos for a 2×2m Home Gym
  Maximize your tiny gym space with our top picks for smith machine and cable crossover combos that pack full-body training power into just 2×2m.
• NordicTrack Ultra 1 Reformer Review: Is a £3,700 Connected Pilates Machine Worth It at Home?
  We put NordicTrack's £3,700 smart Pilates reformer through its paces—but does the connected tech and studio-quality build justify the premium price tag?