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Nike Free Metcon 5 Versus Nike Metcon 8 - How do you choose?

Nike Free Metcon 5 Versus Nike Metcon 8 Shoe Review

September 26, 2023 Tim Comments Off

If you are shopping for a CrossFit-style training shoe in the year 2023 – two of the best shoes are the Nike Free Metcon 5 and the Nike Metcon 8. What’s the difference? Is one better than the other? How do you decide? That’s what we’ll discuss in this article – this is Nike Free Metcon 5 versus Nike Metcon 8. Get the Nike Metcon 8 or the Nike Free Metcon 5 from these vendors: Let’s compare and contrast these two shoes. Nike Free Metcon 5 Versus Nike Metcon 8 – Overview The Nike Free Metcon line has been a big hit for Nike. The Nike Free Metcon 3, 4, and 5 are all basically the same shoe. I have [Read more …]

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Nike Volt – Shockingly Good Looking Cross Trainers

May 29, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Ready to be seen in the gym? Get a load of Nike’s “Volt” color (it’s sort of a yellow-green – and it’s hard to capture in photos) – and it is BRIGHT! Check out Nike Volt – Shockingly Good Looking Cross Trainers. Cross-training is a fitness regimen that combines high-intensity interval training and targeted functional movements. It includes exercises like aerobic exercises, strength training, and flexibility exercises. Nike created cross trainers and shoes to help you confidently get through all these exercises while keeping you comfortable and stable. They also help you stay focused on reaching your goals and push past them. Check out these cross-trainers from Nike that come in a dazzling volt color. Set retinas on fire (or [Read more …]

Sand Medicine Ball

May 29, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Let’s take a look at the Sand Medicine Ball. Medicine balls boost strength and endurance, invigorate strength training workouts, and add diversity to plyometric exercises. They come in different sizes and weights and can be carried while walking to give you good cardio. Working out with them provides a full-body workout, helps develop body strength and helps recover fast after injury. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Sand Medicine Ball – Overview The 1000 Denier Cordura is a tried and tested material chosen for all Special Forces Rucks because it is resistant to the severities of everything, including war. GORUCK Sand Medicine Balls use this material and are also made with a floating internal chamber [Read more …]

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Ultimate 45 Degree Leg Press Hack Squat Combo

May 29, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Let’s take a look at the Ultimate 45 Degree Leg Press Hack Squat Combo. If you want to develop explosive lower body strength and solid legs, the Ultimate 45-Degree Leg Press Hack Squat Combo will take you to your goal. It is a 4-in-1 combination machine that comes with an extra-sturdy 13 GA steel construction, 11 GA steel joints and stress points, dual floor support beams for maximum rigidity and stability, and more. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Ultimate 45 Degree Leg Press Hack Squat Combo – Overview The new and improved Ultimate 45 Degree Leg Press Hack Squat Combo is engineered to instantly develop and strengthen your lower body muscles, including hamstrings, quads, [Read more …]

Roclite Pro G 400 GTX V2 Men’s Hiking Boots

May 29, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Let’s take a look at the Roclite Pro G 400 GTX V2 Men’s Hiking Boots. The lightweight, flexible hiking boot for hard outdoor adventures is back—with tougher features and performance. The Roclite Pro G 400 GTX V2 Men’s Hiking Boot is revised and now comes with even greater support, improved comfort, boosted protection, more energy return, and longer-lasting durability. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Roclite Pro G 400 GTX V2 Men’s Hiking Boots – Overview The Roclite Pro G 400 GTX V2 Men’s Hiking Boot boasts a more durable, protective upper with improved support and comfort. The tighter-weave upper material is 40% stronger while remaining flexible. It also better protects the waterproof GORE-TEX membrane [Read more …]

Workout Gear from TRX

May 29, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Get some Workout Gear from TRX and do your rehab or pre-hab work. TRX is known for its Suspension Trainers that utilize a gear with two cables attached to your hands or feet. It is ideal for people who love to workout but also move a lot to different places, as it is lightweight and can just be attached to a door or anywhere. Aside from Suspension Trainers, TRX has other workout gear that can be integrated into your everyday workout. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Workout Gear from TRX – Overview Adding some gear and accessories to your workout enhances the quality of your training and the effect of the exercise on [Read more …]

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Weightlifting Shoes by inov-8

May 29, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Need shoes for heavy lifting? Let’s take a look at the latest Weightlifting Shoes by inov-8. If you see weightlifters wearing weightlifting shoes, it’s because wearing them has benefits. They are developed to increase the force you can deliver into the ground while lifting a heavy weight. Weightlifting shoes have a raised heel that lets you get deeper into your squats and classical lifts in Olympic Weightlifting. Oly lifters from inov-8: Weightlifting Shoes by inov-8 – Overview Weightlifting shoes are different from running or cross-training shoes in many ways. They have a distinct look—having a flat, stiff sole with a raised heel between .5 inch to 1 inch. They are bulky and heavy with a big, thick strap across the [Read more …]

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Merino Challenge Socks from GORUCK

May 24, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Socks are every bit important as your shoes for performance – GORUCK now offers Merino Challenge Socks. Your feet are your weapon when traveling or rucking, so taking care of them should be a priority. One of the ways to do that is to wear not only high-quality socks but also well-constructed ones. GORUCK spent more than two years exploring socks that could handle the demands they place on their feet and fulfill their standards of quality. They wore through pairs from every major sock brand, and no white-label partner was good enough, so they developed their own. Merino Challenge Socks – only from GORUCK: Merino Challenge Socks – Overview The Merino Challenge Socks are made from 54% merino wool, [Read more …]

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Nike Free Metcon 5 Shoe Review

September 26, 2023 Tim Comments Off

The latest Nike Free Metcon shoe has been a smash hit – it’s very comfortable and it performs well in the gym (or the CrossFit box). Here’s the newest Nike Free Metcon 5 – in a drop-dead gorgeous “Volt” color. Cross-training requires your shoes to do different sports, aerobic movements, and resistance training and should provide you with endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance to do them. The good news is there’s a shoe that can do that and give the support you need as you train. The Nike Free Metcon 5 can meet you in the depths, help you dig deep to find that final ounce of force, and come out of the other side on a high. Get it [Read more …]

FT-3000 Compact Functional Trainer 2.0

April 22, 2023 Tim Comments Off

The original FT-3000 was a big hit – here’s the new and improved version 2.0 – from Rep Fitness: FT-3000 Compact Functional Trainer 2.0. Lessen the time in the gym (or completely forget it!) with the FT-3000 2.0 Compact Functional Trainer. It is an exceptionally versatile cable machine with full commercial-grade capabilities but is compact enough for a home gym. This trainer comes with different attachments, different cable positions, heavy weight stacks, and more. New from Rep Fitness – make your home gym more versatile than ever: FT-3000 Compact Functional Trainer 2.0 – Overview The FT-3000 2.0 has superior components, like a magnetic-tipped pin to lock weight in place and an extra pin to fasten the trolley. The robust frame [Read more …]