Equipment

benefits of kettlebells
18 Incredible Benefits of Kettlebells
These days, every gym has kettlebells, that includes big-box, commercial bodybuilding gyms. It’s clear that kettlebells have become a staple training tool for the entire fitness industry. From CrossFitters to pro athletes... Read more...
steel mace training benefits
Top 9 Benefits of Steel Mace Training
If you are reading this, you likely saw someone using a steel mace and you thought “what exactly are the benefits of steel mace training”?  "It looks fun, but is... Read more...
olympic plates vs standard plates
Types of Weight Plates for Lifting & Which is Best?
The classics never die. Weight plates are an essential part of any gym. The type of weight plate you find in the gym should tell you a little more about... Read more...
what type of dumbbell should i buy
12 Types of Dumbbells & Which Is Best For You
At first, you might think buying dumbbells is pretty straightforward, but once you actually start shopping around, you will find that there are SO MANY options to choose from. As... Read more...
knee wraps vs knee sleeves
Everything you 'K'NEED to know about knee wraps and knee sleeves
Now that gyms are opening up again, it’s time for me to get back to the squat rack. I’m noticing more and more people these days wearing some type of... Read more...
battle rope sizes
What Size (Length & Thickness) Battle Rope Should I Get?
Battle ropes may seem like a simple, straight forward piece of training equipment, but there are actually some important nuances to consider when buying one. Battle ropes come in different... Read more...
benefits of stationary bikes
9 Benefits of Stationary Bikes That Will Have You Riding Every Day
While stationary bikes are great for steady-state cardio, burning calories, and building powerful legs, the benefits go far beyond that. There are so many reasons why you should consider getting... Read more...
barbell buyers guide
What Barbell Should I Buy? The Ultimate Barbell Buyer's Guide
With so many options for barbells on the market, deciding on which one to buy can be somewhat of a trying task. Not only are there different types of barbells (Olympic,... Read more...
Adjustable macebell vs fixed weight steel mace
Adjustable vs Fixed Weight Mace, Which is Better?
This is a comparison of fixed weight steel maces vs adjustable macebells (both filler and plate-loaded) by mace training enthusiast Jan Libourel. Jan compares different types of maces based on functionality,... Read more...
what size weighted vest should I get
Your Guide to Buying a Weighted Vest: Types, Sizes, Uses and More
When it comes to weighted vests, there are so many options, both in terms of design and size or weight load capacity, that it can be hard to make a... Read more...
set for set kettlebell review
A Hands-On Review of SET FOR SET Kettlebells
This is an in-depth review of SET FOR SET's line of Kettlebells by Jan Libourel. It includes a thorough inspection of quality, finish, and dimensions, and it ends with a... Read more...
sandbag training benefits
6 Distinctive Benefits of Sandbag Training
If you want to look like a gladiator, then you need to train like a gladiator. With that train of thought, did you know that some form of a heavy sandbag was... Read more...