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The Nike Metcon 5 Mat Fraser edition cross training shoe is the ultimate shoe for CrossFit training

Nike Metcon 6

July 28, 2020 Tim Comments Off

When will Nike release the Nike Metcon 6 Cross Training Shoe? Nike Metcon 6 Release Date 7/28 at 10 AM Eastern The Nike Metcon 6 Mat Fraser edition will be launched today 7/28 at 10am Eastern. I’ll have a FULL HANDS-ON REVIEW minutes after the launch – subscribe to my YouTube channel to see it first. People are very interested to know about possible release dates for the Nike Metcon 6 cross training shoe. I now have access to a pair of this unreleased Nike cross trainer. It’s a Mat Fraser special edition too. Out of respect for Nike, and the people that work hard on these products, I am not releasing my hands on review video until the shoe [Read more …]

You need a good workout bench or weight bench for exercises like the bench press - one of the best upper body strength building exercises.

Weight Bench Buyer’s Guide

December 22, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Let’s talk about weight benches, also sometimes called workout benches. We are also going to look at adjustable weight benches – because they are the most versatile. Having a stable, comfortable weight bench is an essential for a variety of exercises including the mighty bench press. And while it’s true that the bench press has fallen out of favor in recent years because it’s not a “functional exercise”, it’s still a huge mass and strength builder without equal. Take that, CrossFit. (Actually, recently the bench press made a rare appearance in a CrossFit WOD – so maybe they’ve come to their senses.) Let’s look at what makes the best weight bench – whether for your home gym, garage gym, or [Read more …]

The Men’s Metcon Flyknit 3 is lightweight, flexible, breathable, and uniquely contoured to your foot—more like a sock than a typical training shoe. It’s also built tough to ensure a stable platform and dependable comfort through everything from weightlifting movements to rope climbs, box jumps, distance running, and more. Few cross-trainers ever developed can match this combination of precision fit and performance.

Nike Metcon Flyknit 3 Cross Training Shoe

April 6, 2020 Tim Comments Off

Nike has just released their latest refinement to the Metcon Flyknit line. Let’s talk about the Nike Metcon Flyknit 3. How does the Nike Metcon Flyknit 3 stack up versus the very popular Nike Metcon 4? Which is the right CrossFit training shoe for you? Here’s some of the styles available now from Rogue Fitness: Let’s review what makes the Flyknit 3 special.

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 …]

An indoor rower such as the Concept2 Model D Rower is an excellent way to get a low-impact, full body workout. Concept2 rowers are very popular in CrossFit WODs.

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 …]

Rogue Fitness SR-343 Mach Speed Rope - Rogue's most advanced jump rope

Speed Ropes

January 30, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Let’s talk about speed ropes – a variation on the jump rope or skipping rope that spins much faster than a regular rope. Why a speed rope? The increased speed helps improve coordination and timing. The super fast spin makes some moves easier – such as the double under or triple under. But you’ll be turning the rope (it’s a cable really) more, and jumping more – so a speed rope can also be a great improvement on the endurance building aspects of jumping rope. In a nutshell it makes jumping rope that much more of an intense (and therefore effective) workout. We’ll look at some options from Rogue Fitness – they have the widest range of speed rope options [Read more …]

An athlete using the Victory Multi-Grip functional trainer

Functional Trainer Cable Machines

April 10, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Let’s talk about functional trainers, also called cable machines. What’s a functional trainer? Here’s an example – the Victory FT-5000 Multi-Grip Functional Trainer from Rep Fitness. This is our top pick for an affordable functional trainer for your home gym or garage gym in the year 2022. A Functional Trainer is a cable machine that uses two independent weight stacks, pulleys, and cables (with handles) to provide unique workout benefits. Here’s the functional trainer cable machines that we will cover: FT 5000 Victory Multi-Grip Functional Trainer This functional trainer from Rep Fitness has everything we’d look for – two 220 lb weight stacks, height adjustable handles, pull-up handles, and plenty of attachment options. All that – and a great price. [Read more …]

PIG FDT Alpha Gloves have been proven in combat by US Special Operations soldiers who require MAXIMUM dexterity for fast & accurate shooting

Best Gloves for Rucking and Physical Training

December 1, 2020 Tim Comments Off

What are the best gloves for rucking or other outdoor physical fitness training? We’ll take a look at some options for protecting your hands in this article. What is Rucking? Rucking is walking with a loaded backpack. It’s a cheap, simple exercise that burns calories and builds aerobic endurance due to the added weight on your back. Burn more calories than walking and with less impact than jogging. And you can do this anywhere you can walk – in an urban or rural setting. Do you need gloves for the ruck march? Maybe not. But, if you are participating in a GORUCK challenge event, gloves can help. As an example, you may end up doing bear crawls, push-ups, or carrying [Read more …]

Mediterranean Diet comes from the towns of Southern Italy, Greece, and elsewhere. It is a moderate to high fish diet, amongst other things.

Is the Mediterranean Diet Good for Longevity?

September 29, 2018 Tim Comments Off

If you are searching for a nutrient-dense diet that may make you feel invigorated and help you live a long, healthy life, consider the Mediterranean Diet. Studies show compelling evidence that this diet can increase lifespan. But first, let’s review what the Mediterranean Diet is. What is the Mediterranean Diet? Many people have heard of the Mediterranean Diet. Like its name suggests, the premise bases meals on the types of foods traditionally found and eaten in sixteen Mediterranean countries. Picture the growing climate of areas like Spain, Greece and Italy, and you will have a general idea of what may comprise typical diets. The Mediterranean region features rich in plants and olive oil. Carbohydrate sources are whole grains, fruits and [Read more …]

Best Women’s Olympic Barbell

April 28, 2020 Tim Comments Off

Let’s look at some options for the best women’s Olympic barbell for CrossFit. First of all – do women need a special barbell for weightlifting? Short answer – they don’t. But, women’s barbells have a shaft diameter of only 25 mm. Compare this to the 28 or 29 mm diameter of a men’s bar. It is 10% less diameter. And that means it’s easier to grip for those with smaller hands. Here’s the barbells we are going to review today. Read on to find out about the important qualities of the best women’s barbell. Rogue Bella Bar 2.0 15kg women’s bushing bar – A multipurpose bar, made in the USA with 190K tensile strength steel. Outstanding Rogue Fitness quality. (Rogue [Read more …]