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GORUCK Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip

January 14, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Just in time for the depths of winter weather – here’s the new Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip from GORUCK. The grid fleece is a comfortable fabric because of its lightweight and anti-sweat properties. It is more breathable and less bulky than a standard fleece. It allows more air space against the body for trapping more heat, wicking faster, and compressing smaller. These are some of the reasons why grid fleece is commonly used in apparel for activities like skiing, snowshoeing, and fast-and-light backpacking. Get it now, from GORUCK: GORUCK Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip – Overview To make the Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip, two of the most solid fabrics come together—the lightweight, hi-tech warmth of the Polartec® Power [Read more …]

A Rogue Olympic weightlifting barbell - loaded with Rogue training bumper plates

Guide to Olympic Barbells

January 15, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Before investing in quality and expensive barbells, understanding your barbell is the first step to consider. This way, you will be acquainted with the parts of the Olympic barbell, their purpose, and the kinds of features you should be getting for your best lifting experience. Let’s take a tour through the different parts of the barbell, and make sure we understand all the features and options for each. First stop – the shaft. We’re talking about Olympic barbells here – the big-boy barbells that have a 2″ diameter sleeve to accommodate Olympic sized plates. We’re not discussing the standard barbell – which is common in your local sporting goods store. That bar has only a 1″ sleeve diameter and doesn’t [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 …]

Alpaca Sled from Rogue

January 5, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Did you catch the Rogue Alpaca Sled at the CrossFit Games? You can now get your own – from Rogue Fitness – of course. The Rogue Alpaca Sled is a new adaption of the Echo Dog Sled that highlights a set of single-formed, bent steel handles and a unique, loadable pan attachment. You can add weight to the steel pan without them falling out while in use. It had its debut at the 2022 CrossFit Games and is versatile and efficient for any sled workout. As seen at the CrossFit Games 2022 -the Alpaca Sled: Rogue Alpaca Sled – Overview The Alpaca Sled has the key benefits of the original Rogue Echo Dog Sled, including the 0.25” plate steel construction, [Read more …]

The Bella Bar is Rogue’s go-to multipurpose 15KG barbell for female athletes. Fully machined and assembled in Columbus, Ohio, this versatile ladies bar is uniquely optitmized for Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, and/or a CrossFit WOD.

Buyer’s Guide to Barbells – Barbell Types

January 10, 2023 Tim Comments Off

In this article, we’re going to give you a tour of all the different kinds of barbells – and what each one is best for. With the different kinds of barbells you see in a gym or in a sports facility, you might be confused about which to use. Each of them has purposes and benefits for overall well-being. They vary in size, shape, knurling, whip or stiffness, and sleeves, yet they are all instrumental in strengthening your whole body, increasing your range of motion, improving your athletic performance, and much more. A single barbell allows you to do different exercises and movements to target different areas of the body, provide unique grips, and employ different muscles. We have to [Read more …]

Rogue Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part II

December 14, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Here’s a bunch more Rogue Stocking Stuffers for 2022. Stocking stuffers come in different sizes, and they are not always small. No one is too old to receive delightful items in their stockings. Here are more stocking stuffer ideas if you want a change from the usual things you put in your loved ones’ stockings. From Rogue Fitness, just in time for the holidays: Rogue Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part II – Overview The greatest gifts sometimes come in small packages, which rings true regarding stocking stuffers. They are tiny treasures given to people that matter most to you, so you know they are truly valuable. They may be small and affordable, but they are the ones that bring a [Read more …]

Rogue Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part I

December 13, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Need great gift ideas for CrossFit and your beloved gym enthusiasts? Check out these awesome Rogue Stocking Stuffers for 2022. Christmas is a few days away, but don’t panic. We have listed some stocking stuffer gift ideas to save you time. We’ve got items like shirt, wrenches, beanie, timer, and more—perfect for your athletic family, friends, and loved ones. Rogue is a PREMIUM brand – give them a gift they’ll appreciate: Rogue Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part I – Overview No matter your budget, there is no limit to what makes a fantastic gift. Stocking stuffers don’t really have to be cheap and small—they can go as far as your imagination can. Now that you know you have friends and [Read more …]

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Rep Fitness Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part II

December 11, 2022 VA Worker Comments Off

Need more gift ideas? Here’s our overview of Rep Fitness Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part II. Whether you are shopping for your family or friends, finding the perfect gift takes work. You give gifts to the same people year after year, and it gets harder and harder to come up with special gifts. With that, we list some gift ideas for your gym and fitness loved ones to help your shopping process a lot quicker. Rep has so many great ideas for small gifts this year – we had to make this a two-part article: Rep Fitness Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part II – Overview Christmas is a happy and exciting season, but we also know that it can bring [Read more …]

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Rep Fitness Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part I

December 8, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Need gift ideas for the fitness enthusiast’s in your life? Let’s take a look at Rep Fitness Stocking Stuffers for 2022. Christmas is here again, bringing joy and a good feeling to everyone. Christmas is also synonymous with giving, and we give not because we expect something in return but because giving makes us happy and, more so, our families and loved ones. If you still need to figure out what to give them, here are some items you can stuff their stocking with. Great Christmas gift ideas for 2022 that won’t break your budget: Rep Fitness Stocking Stuffers 2022 – Part I – Overview Christmas gifts need not be costly—it is the thought that counts, so they say. But [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 …]