"Rep Fitness" - Fit at Midlife

Xebex Rower Review

March 16, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Let’s review the features of the Xebex Rower line – including their latest model the Xebex Rower 3.0. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Xebex Rower – Overview These indoor rowing machines provide resistance from a flywheel. It uses air resistance – and this means the resistance can vary from minimal to a lot. Overall, rowing is excellent exercise. It uses all your major muscle groups – it’s a full body workout. It is also zero impact. There’s no repeated jarring shocks to your joints. Why pound the pavement relentlessly when you can glide instead? Xebex Rower 3.0 First of all, this is a rower that uses air resistance. There’s an ergometer. And when you [Read more …]

Air Bike Training Programs

November 20, 2020 Tim Comments Off

Got air bike? Stop flailing around with random workouts and pick an air bike training program. We’ll provide a round-up and overview of several of the best air bike training programs. Have one to contribute? Give us a shout in the comments. Here’s some your options: Air Bike Training Programs – Overview Looking for more variety in your workout? Check out our 28 awesome assault bike workouts. Otherwise, maybe you need a more structured training program. After all, incremental progression is the foundation of physical training. Check out these programs below. Year of the Engine – The Gains Lab I’ve been running “Year of the Engine” for 3 months now. And I like the results I’m getting. After many months [Read more …]

GORUCK Rucker 3 Review

February 16, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Let’s review the Rucker 3 backpack from GORUCK. This is the 3rd generation of GORUCK’s Rucker backpack – it’s made specifically for fitness training purposes. We’re going to focus on these features, and what is new and improved from the last version (the Rucker 2). The Rucker is the ultimate backpack as fitness tool – and is a far better choice than the GR1 or Bullet for this purpose. And now it gets even better with this 3rd version. Why? That’s what we’ll explain in this review. In this review of the Rucker 3 we’ll take a close up look at Rucker 3 Versus Rucker 2. GORUCK Rucker 3 Review – Our Review To test this product, we got hands-on [Read more …]

How to Watch the CrossFit Games 2020

October 23, 2020 Tim Comments Off

Want to watch the CrossFit Games 2020? Here’s everything you need to know. You can watch all events live on YouTube or Facebook for free. Be sure to check also out Rogue’s Iron Game too – for all the best commentary. Today (Friday 10/23) is the first day of the final phase of the games: The events will be streamed live – when should you watch? Friday 10/23 Schedule of Events (broadcast schedule). 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT 2:30 PM ET / 11:30 AM PT 5:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM PT 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT CrossFit Games 2020 Workouts for Friday 10/23 There’s an incredible 5 workouts that the athletes will face today. This [Read more …]

VersaClimber H HP Review - climbing for cardio home equipment

VersaClimber Review

March 17, 2021 Tim Comments Off

In this article we’re going to review the VersaClimber – the original cardio climber equipment for your home or garage gym. The VersaClimber acts like two cardio machines in one: a lower body stepper and upper body climber. Think of it as a whole body treadmill. As such, it provides a full-body workout – with no loading on the spine, and with no impact. These machines are space efficient – and all of them fit under an 8′ ceiling, with minimal floor space footprint. There are a number of models of VersaClimber you can buy. Here’s the key differences: VersaClimber – Overview Let’s focus on the main attributes of this fitness machine. First of all, the more muscle mass you [Read more …]

The Rogue Echo Bike has ten fan blades - and they aren't small.

Top 5 Ways Rogue Could Make the Echo Bike Even Better

January 27, 2021 Tim 7

The Rogue Echo Bike is the best air bike you can buy in 2020. Well, if you can find it in stock here in the year 2020 – they tend to sell out in 2 hours or less whenever Rogue gets some inventory in. We reviewed this bike originally way back in 2019. We liked nearly everything about it right from the get-go – but after well over a year of extended use, I’ve come up with some improvements. (At least in my own mind.) Let’s review how Rogue Fitness can make the already excellent Echo Bike even more excellent. In case you haven’t seen it – here it is: This article is full of opinions, my opinions – but [Read more …]

The Concept2 BikeErg is an interesting middle ground between a road bike and a fan bike. With a clutch for freewheeling, changeable seat and pedals, and a special damper to simulate gear changes, it's meant to be close to a road bike experience.

Rogue Echo Bike Versus Concept 2 BikeErg

August 28, 2020 Tim Comments Off

If you are looking into air bikes (“assault bikes”) you’ve probably also run across the Concept 2 BikeErg. The BikeErg is a different beast than an air bike like the Rogue Echo Bike. But, there are a lot of similarities too. How do you decide which is the right metcon training tool for your home or garage gym? That’s what we’ll review in this article – this is Rogue Echo Bike versus Concept 2 BikeErg. Here’s the gear we are going to be comparing: Echo Bike Versus BikeErg – Key Differences Right up front, let’s cover the key differences between these two bikes. Understand that the Rogue Echo Bike is an air bike (also somtimes called a “fan bike” or [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 6 Mat Fraser Shoe Review

February 2, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Where Can I Buy The Mat Fraser Metcon 6? As of today, Nike.com only has a few small sizes left in stock. Rogue, WIT Fitness, Box Basics, and Dick’s Sporting Goods all seem to have sold out. The regular edition shoe will be available 8/4, and the FlyEase version on 8/31. The Nike Metcon 6 Mat Fraser CrossFit shoe has been launched! This shoe has been delayed a bit due to the lockdown – but now it’s here – and we’ve got an exclusive in-depth look. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike Metcon 6 Mat Fraser – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this hands-on review [Read more …]

Darn Tough Vertex Micro Crew Ultra-Light Cushion - Running Sock with Nano X Cross Trainer

Best Athletic Sock for CrossFit

July 18, 2020 Tim Comments Off

Let’s review the best athletic sock for CrossFit. A sock review? Yes, a sock review. Let me explain. I’m the guy that always bought cheap socks. You know, whatever was in the bargain bin at the front of the store – the 12 pack of paper-thin cotton socks for $20. But after I started buying (and testing) real athletic socks – I can’t bear to wear the cheap ones any longer. So ditch those Walmart socks (the ones that get a hole the 2nd time you wear them) and check out some of these better options for your workout: Let’s take a closer look. Athletic Sock Versus Running Sock – What’s the Difference? First of all, what is an athletic [Read more …]

Assault Bike versus Rower – Which is Better?

November 2, 2022 Tim 7

NEW FOR 2022! Check out Black Friday Sales for 2022 – Rogue, Rep, and more!. Which is a better for functional fitness conditioning and metcon workouts; the assault bike or the indoor rower? The rower is a great piece of equipment – get a low-impact, full body workout – and it can be as intense (or not) as you desire. But, the assault bike (or air bike, or fan bike) is a great metcon workout too. We’re going to review the pros and cons of both of these pieces of equipment in this article. This is assault bike vs rower. Here’s some of the gear we’ll be highlighting during this discussion: No matter which you choose, Rogue Fitness has the [Read more …]