"Rep Fitness" - Fit at Midlife

Rucker with Camo Interior

February 24, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Let’s take a look at the Rucker with Camo Interior. No other rucksack can match the comfort the Rucker 4 has. It is purpose-built for rucking and rucksack training and is now upgraded to make it even easier to maintain your equipment. Rucker is the tool to get stronger, one rep and one mile at a time if you train hard on dirt, grass, and concrete. From GORUCK: Rucker with Camo Interior – Overview GORUCK replaced the interior zippers with velcro and removed the front exterior zipper pocket, making your rucksack more durable and long-lasting. It has upgraded padding on the top of the plate pocket for bear crawls and has lumbar padding that supports the natural curve of your [Read more …]

Sprint Interval Training – More Efficient than Traditional Endurance Training?

January 29, 2023 Tim Comments Off

A new research study[1] shows that sprint interval training for twelve weeks enhances cardiometabolic health indicators, the same as doing classic endurance training regardless of a five-fold lower exercise volume and time commitment. Regular exercise generally benefits overall well-being and helps prevent and treat many chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes. For instance, endurance exercise training improves cardiorespiratory fitness, generates skeletal muscle remodeling towards a more oxidative phenotype, and fosters favorable changes in insulin sensitivity. What was the Goal of the Research Study? Despite the connection between low amounts of physical activity and increased risk of many chronic diseases, the prevalence of physical idleness is higher than that of all other modifiable risk factors. Lack of time is one of [Read more …]

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Nike Mat Fraser HWPO

January 22, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Keep it fresh in the gym with the new HWPO Hard Work Pays Off collection from Mat Fraser and Nike. Nike, Rogue Fitness, and Mat Fraser come together again for another collection of HWPO apparel. The collection consists of different clothing for men and women designed and inspired by 5x “Fittest Man on Earth” Mat Fraser. Get it at Rogue: HWPO Hard Work Pays Off Apparel from Mat Fraser – Overview HWPO or Hard Work Pays Off is 5x CrossFit Games Champion, Mat Fraser’s personal mantra. It exemplifies tenacity, grit, unwavering focus, and greatness. This is also Mat’s inspiration for starting his online coaching business, HWPO Training. Before getting into CrossFit, Mat had a whole career in Olympic Weightlifting. He [Read more …]

Rucker 4 with MTNTOUGH+ Training Program Bundle

January 18, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Interested in rucking for fitness, but don’t know where to start? The new MTN Tough Bundle from GORUCK should help. This bundle consists of the Rucker 4 backpack (great for fitness!) plus a year long digital subscription to MTNTOUGH+ – A whole bunch of minimal equipment workout plans that have the outdoor enthusiast in mind. More than an exercise workout program, MTNTOUGH+ is a global online community of thousands of like-minded people committed to physical and mental strength. MTNTOUGH believes mental strength is as crucial as physical strength. This program presents an innovative workout of the day (WOD) program through Daily Minimal Gear workouts consisting of exercises using dumbbells, a kettlebell, a pull-up bar, a step-up box, body weight workout [Read more …]

Flavonols to Slow Cognitive Decline?

January 17, 2023 Tim Comments Off

A new research study[1] suggests that eating more flavonols, antioxidants found in many vegetables, fruits, tea, and wine, may delay the speed of memory loss. They play a huge role in stimulating cell growth, fighting environmental stress, and drawing insects for pollination. What are Flavonols Flavonols are polyphenols that belong to the flavonoid family. Also known as 3-hydroxylamines, flavonols are the most widespread flavonoids in plant food. They are colorless molecules that compile primarily in the outer and aerial tissues of plants and plant products and work as antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and vasodilatation effects. They also have been deemed possible anticancer agents and regulate various cellular signaling pathways. The most familiar flavonols found in foods include quercetin, isorhamnetin, kaempferol, [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 …]

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Rogue Black Friday Sale 2022

November 20, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Rogue’s biggest sale of the year is live – all month long – check out the Rogue Black Friday Sale 2022 for great deals on the very BEST gym equipment. The biggest sale this year has finally come, and Rogue has the greatest deals for athletes and fitness enthusiasts out there. Take advantage of the Hundo Pricing and Hot Deals offering for equipment like bumper plates, air bikes, kettlebells, and more. Get your list and start shopping now because Rogue Black Friday Sale 2022 has already begun! Get these deals while they last, from Rogue’s Matte Black November sale: Rogue Black Friday Sale 2022 – Overview Rogue Fitness is the leading manufacturer of strength and conditioning equipment, including barbells, power [Read more …]

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 …]

GORUCK Holiday Deals – Black Friday Sale 2022

November 13, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Get great deals during GORUCK Holiday Deals – Black Friday Sale 2022. GR1s, Apparel, Accessories, Footwear, and much more! Even at regular prices, rucksacks and other gears from GORUCK sell quickly. That’s because GORUCK gears are tried, tested, and proven to be what they claim to be. Now that they are on sale, take a chance and see if you can be one of the successful customers that can get one of their gear, apparel, and footwear. Get up to 40% discounts when you purchase rucksacks, kettlebells, boots, and other select items during the Black Friday Sale. Get these while you can, from GORUCK: GORUCK Holiday Deals – Black Friday Sale 2022 – Overview GORUCK is notorious for tough and [Read more …]

Rogue RML-590C Power Rack

October 16, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Rogue has the most complete made in the USA selection of power racks for your home gym. Here’s the Rogue RML-590C Power Rack a colorful option to add some style to your garage fitness mecca. Rogue is known for quality, over-built power racks, rigs, and squat stands. They are the top producer of functional fitness equipment and the official provider of the CrossFit Games. From the rack’s height and finish color to its pull-up bar design, you can make an all-in-one system prepared for squats, bench presses, deadlifts, bodyweight training, and more. From the one and only Rogue Fitness: Rogue RML-590C Power Rack – Overview Nick Gills, a US Navy vet and home gym enthusiast, called the Rogue RML-590C Power [Read more …]