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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 …]

Rogue Fitness Sale – Ghost Olympic Plates Closeout

August 24, 2022 Tim Comments Off

For a limited time, Rogue Fitness is having a Ghost Olympic Plates Closeout Sale. Looking for economical yet quality Olympic plates? Look no further as Rogue is offering a Closeout Sale on these Ghost Olympic Plates. All sales are final, no returns: Ghost Olympic Plates Closeout Sale – Overview Olympic plates have the edge over traditional plates. They are ideal for a home gym if you plan to build one because they don’t take up too much space. These free weights are also more versatile, and the materials are of high quality. Another reason why they are more advantageous than standard plates is because they can hold more weight and are more stable on the bar. Though more expensive than [Read more …]

Adidas Powerlift 5 Weightlifting Shoes

June 24, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Adidas has a new version of it’s budget Oly lifter – the Adidas Powerlift 5 Weightlifting Shoe is now available from Rogue Fitness. Lifting shoes are specially created for lifters to enable them to push through the floor easily without any problem, producing more power during a lift. They help you get into deeper squats, increase mobility, and provide a more stable base. These shoes will improve your performance and provide the support and safety you need when lifting. Get it now – in these styles, from Rogue: Adidas Powerlift 5 Weightlifting Shoes – Overview One of Adidas’ most popular and versatile series, the Powerlift 5 Unisex Weightlifting Shoe, now presents new styles and some new features. All elements of [Read more …]

Adidas Adipower III Weightlifting Shoes

June 19, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Get serious with your oly lifts with the new Adipower III Weightlifting Shoes from Adidas. Weightlifting shoes are different from running shoes and other shoes. They are made to maximize the force you can produce into the ground while lifting a heavy weight. With this, weightlifting shoes are heavier and more extensive, with a flat, stiff sole and a heel raised between .5” to 1” for stability. Get the Adipower III from Rogue Fitness: Adidas Adipower III Weightlifting Shoes – Overview Developed for athletes at the London Olympic Games, the Adidas Adipower series continues its evolution by making AdiPower III. It represents the most technical weightlifting shoe Adidas has ever built. The precision-built, load-bearing structure of the AdiPower III is [Read more …]

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Oly Bars for Women

February 25, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Get a CrossFit style workout in your garage with a Women’s Oly bar. Here’s the Passion Pink and Purple Wonder Bars from Fringesport. These are just one example of a Women’s Barbell for Olympic Lifting. How is this different than a men’s bar? The 25mm diameter is MUCH easier to grip with smaller hands. Because of the smaller size, these bars are lighter – weighing in at about 15 Kg (vs 20 Kg for a men’s.) Women’s barbells are made for those with smaller hands and those who need a lighter bar to start their lifting journey. Using a more appropriate bar for your convenience will enhance your workouts and keep you safer. So this means you can also use [Read more …]

Rogue Olympic Plates – Made in the USA

September 5, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Want made in the USA gym equipment? You can’t beat Rogue – check out their latest Rogue USA Olympic Plates. Olympic plates are known for their versatility, and they are more advantageous than standard plates. They are more stable on the weight lifting bar and are built to hold a greater total weight. Olympic Plates from Rogue are less likely to crack, chip, and have a superior finish with bold raised lettering and numbering. They are made in the USA with weight tolerance that is almost perfect. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Rogue USA Olympic Plates – Overview Each Rogue USA Olympic Plate, from the 55LB increment to the 0.25LB change plate, highlights a [Read more …]

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Oly Barbells from American Barbell

June 3, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Let’s take a look at all the Olympic Barbells made by American Barbell. There are some people who workout and use nothing but barbells. Well, why not? A barbell is a classic piece of weightlifting equipment, and with it, you can do an abundance of full-body exercises that target your back, chest, biceps, abdominals, and quads. Barbells don’t need ample space at home and can be done on your own at your own pace. Here are some of the models that are available now: Barbells from American Barbell – Overview Whether you want to lose weight, build muscles, or get stronger, barbell training can help you reach your fitness goals. It is not only a fun and challenging exercise, but [Read more …]

Nike Savaleos Weightlifting Shoe Review

November 22, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Let’s review the brand new Nike Savaleos weightlifting shoe. This is Nike’s newest weightlifting shoe – and only its second shoe since the Nike Romaleos 4 came out last year. How do the two compare? THat’s what we’ll talk about – and more. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Let’s take a look at this new shoe. Nike Savaleos – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel – and see it in action live: Bottom line? This shoe is a winner. It works for the intended purpose and it’s $80 cheaper than the Romaleos 4! Nike Savaleos Sizing Advice These shoes [Read more …]

Olympic Barbells from Force USA

February 2, 2021 VA Worker Comments Off

Let’s review Olympic barbells from Force USA. The barbell is one of the most functional and essential items of equipment you will see in a home gym or commercial gym. Olympic barbells are intended for the two dangerous Olympic lifts – the snatch and clean and jerk. Olympic bars are usually smaller in diameter and more adaptable than power bars, and they stock more springy power used on the lifter’s behalf when performing heavy cleans. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Olympic Barbells from Force USA – Overview One of the biggest features of Olympic bars is their bearings. A reliable sleeve rotation from your bearings/bushings with a reasonable amount of bar whip for [Read more …]

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Adidas Power Perfect 3 Versus Adidas Powerlift 4 Weightlifting Shoe Review

August 17, 2020 Tim Comments Off

Let’s compare two of the budget weightlifting shoes from Adidas – the Power Perfect 3 and the Powerlift 4. What do I mean by “budget” weightlifting shoe? Well, these are about 1/2 the price of the premium weightlifting shoes – like the Adipower II, the Nike Romaleos 4, or the Reebok Legacy Lifter. All these shoes ran the gauntlet in our quest for the best weightlifting shoe for 2020. But what’s the real difference besides the price tag? That’s what we’ll deep dive into in this review. Here’s the shoes we’ll be looking at in-depth: Adidas Power Perfect 3 Versus Adidas Powerlift 4 YouTube Review Why read when you can watch? Here’s a hands-on review from our YouTube channel: (be [Read more …]