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Training Shoes from TYR

November 1, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Let’s take a look at all the Training Shoes from TYR. Whether you are powerlifting, doing CrossFit, or just messing around in the gym – they’ve got a shoe for you. TYR is dedicated to developing a culture of greatness, both in and out of the water. The company remains committed to creating the industry’s most durable, uniquely designed swimsuits, equipment, caps, and goggles. TYR has been specializing in athletic apparel for almost 40 years and has also started developing a line of superior cross-training and weightlifting shoes. Training shoes from TYR: Training Shoes from TYR – Overview Training shoes are worn not only for CrossFit, cardio, and other high-impact activities but also for weightlifting. They are versatile shoes that [Read more …]

Lifting Shoes from TYR

November 14, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Lift heavy with the right footwear – that means oly lifters or cross trainers. Here’s the new Lifting Shoes from TYR. You can get these from Rogue Fitness TYR has been a top name in specialized athletic apparel for almost 40 years. It is named after TYR, the Norse god of courage and sacrifice, denoting that the brand is built on commitment and discipline. TYR has now produced a line of superior weightlifting and cross-training shoes quickly adopted by many of the leading strength athletes in the country. Get these training shoes for CrossFit: TYR-1 Lifter The L-1 Lifter highlights a patent-pending anatomical toe box and a wide flat sole for excellent stability even to the most strenuous regimens. The [Read more …]

Reebok Nano X3 Womens Shoes purple right side

Latest gear from Rogue Fitness

May 29, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Let’s take a look at the Latest Gear from Rogue Fitness. What you wear matters when it comes to physical fitness and working out anywhere. Not only are your clothes important, but also the right gear and nutrition matter to bring better results. There is a reason why fitness enthusiasts, athletes, and personal trainers invest in great clothes and gear so they can be at their best in the gym, at home gym, and on pavements. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Latest Gear from Rogue Overview Rogue Fitness is the leading manufacturer and distributor of strength and conditioning equipment, including barbells, power racks, sleds, and accessories. Rogue is the official equipment supplier of the [Read more …]

Kettle Gryp

March 20, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Turn your dumbbells into kettlebells with the Kettle Gryp. A kettlebell workout provides efficient training that integrates strength and cardio. But if you don’t have a kettlebell, especially when traveling, we have a solution for you. The Kettle Gryp from Rogue transforms any standard single-weight dumbbell into a functioning kettlebell. Make your dumbbells dual-purpose: Kettle Gryp – Overview The Kettle Gryp is made from impact-resistant ABS plastic (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene), with quality molded urethane foam inserts and stainless steel hardware. It has an interior foam to create a secure grip on nearly any style of fixed-weight dumbbell. It weighs less than one pound and won’t particularly affect the weight or feel of the dumbbell, making it the perfect travel companion [Read more …]

Hydration – The Key To Living Longer and Healthier?

January 5, 2023 VA Worker Comments Off

A new research study[1] suggests that well-hydrated adults may be healthier, less likely to develop chronic diseases like lung and heart disease and live longer than people who don’t get enough fluids. We all know that water is essential to all living things, especially to us humans, as it regulates body temperature, delivers oxygen throughout the body, flushes body waste, protects your spinal cord and other sensitive tissues, and many more. According to a study by the National Institutes of Health, drinking enough water is also associated with a lower risk of dying early or a lower risk of being biologically older than your chronological age. What was the Goal of the Research Study? Some people age faster than others; [Read more …]

Reebok Lifter PR III Weightlifting Shoe

December 6, 2022 VA Worker Comments Off

Let’s take a look at the Reebok Lifter PR III Weightlifting Shoe. Just as cross-training calls for crosstraining shoes, weightlifting also needs weightlifting shoes. They provide a reliable surface to help you balance and support heavy weights. The right weightlifting shoes will help improve your performance and reduce the risk of injury. If you’re doing heavy, compound lifts routinely, getting a pair of good Olympic weightlifting shoes is recommended. Here’s the new shoe – and some alternate options for you to consider: Reebok Lifter PR III Weightlifting Shoe – Overview Every part of Reebok’s Lifter PR was designed with personal records in mind, hence the name. The series is known for its U-FORM + Thermo TPU midfoot wrap that produces [Read more …]

Rogue Toomey USA Nylon Lifting Belt with a user

More Rogue Christmas Gift Ideas

December 9, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Let’s take a look at even MORE Christmas Gift Ideas from Rogue Fitness. Whether big or small, whatever you give your athlete friends and loved ones this holiday season will be appreciated as long as it is helpful for them. So to save you time and energy on thinking about what to give them, we list down several gear and accessories from Rogue that are very practical for fitness use. Here are some of the items we are going to look at: Rogue Christmas Gift Ideas Part 2 – Overview Athletes and fitness enthusiasts continue their training even on holidays. Even if you think they are fully geared, chances are some of them are already worn out and need replacement. [Read more …]

Jedburgh Ruck Boots from GORUCK

September 28, 2021 Tim Comments Off

GORUCK just dropped a new boot for rucking – the Jedburgh Ruck Boots. If you are impressed by the MACV-1 boots, the new Jedburgh Ruck Boots will impress you even more. They use Deception Canvas™ for their upper and have 13mm heel-to-toe drop. These boots got their inspiration from the legacy of the 300 men selected as Jedburghs carrying a shared mission to release the free world from tyranny. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Jedburgh Ruck Boots – Overview GORUCK is serious when they say these boots are adaptive to your wide spectrum of mission demands, so whether you are rucking or doing your everyday tasks in the most severe environment, you can [Read more …]

Rogue Fitness Echo Bike - The best assault bike for CrossFit and metcon workouts. "Overbuilt" is a good adjective to describe this contraption.

Rogue Echo Bike Assembly

October 21, 2020 Tim 8

Let’s take a look at the simple assembly steps for the best air bike available right now: the Rogue Echo Bike from Rogue Fitness. Rogue Fitness entered the fan bike market recently with this model – and what they’ve built is one solid, smooth belt driven fan bike. How hard is to assemble this thing? It’s a piece of cake – there are actually only a handful of bolts, washers, and screws. The instructions are excellent – easy to follow, and complete. You can assemble the Rogue Echo bike in about 20 minutes, and it includes all the tools required. Rogue Echo Bike Packaging and Assembly This overview is meant to give you an idea of how easy it is [Read more …]

Concept 2 Model D Indoor Rower – Buyer’s Guide

July 18, 2020 Tim 1

Indoor Rowing is excellent exercise – full body but low-impact. And it can be used for steady state cardio or interval training such as HIIT. To row indoors you will need an indoor rower. We recommend the Concept 2 Model D Rower – it’s the one you see at the CrossFit box. Why? Concept 2 is the gold standard for indoor rowing machines. They have over 40 years experience designing and building exercise equipment that can be used by the novice, a world-class athlete, or anybody in between. Therefore we think this is the best indoor rower. It’s our recommended model for use at your home or in the garage. It’s compact (requires only 9 x 4 feet of space), [Read more …]