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Grip strength is inversely associated with DNA methylation age acceleration

January 29, 2023 VA Worker Comments Off

A new research study[2] shows that those with relatively weak handgrip strength showed signs of accelerated aging of their DNA. Grip strength is a reliable marker of general muscle quality and strength. Those with weak handgrip have genes that appear to be growing old faster than those with greater strength. What was the Goal of the Research Study? The goal of this study was to resolve whether grip strength was associated with measures of DNA methylation (DNAm) age acceleration. There is huge evidence linking muscular weakness, as defined by low grip strength, to a host of negative aging-related health results. Given these links, grip strength has been labeled a ‘biomarker of aging’, but the pathways connecting grip strength to negative [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 …]

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Guide to Olympic Barbells

January 15, 2023 Tim Comments Off

Before investing in quality and expensive barbells, understanding your barbell is the first step to consider. This way, you will be acquainted with the parts of the Olympic barbell, their purpose, and the kinds of features you should be getting for your best lifting experience. Let’s take a tour through the different parts of the barbell, and make sure we understand all the features and options for each. First stop – the shaft. We’re talking about Olympic barbells here – the big-boy barbells that have a 2″ diameter sleeve to accommodate Olympic sized plates. We’re not discussing the standard barbell – which is common in your local sporting goods store. That bar has only a 1″ sleeve diameter and doesn’t [Read more …]

The Bella Bar is Rogue’s go-to multipurpose 15KG barbell for female athletes. Fully machined and assembled in Columbus, Ohio, this versatile ladies bar is uniquely optitmized for Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, and/or a CrossFit WOD.

Buyer’s Guide to Barbells – Barbell Types

January 10, 2023 Tim Comments Off

In this article, we’re going to give you a tour of all the different kinds of barbells – and what each one is best for. With the different kinds of barbells you see in a gym or in a sports facility, you might be confused about which to use. Each of them has purposes and benefits for overall well-being. They vary in size, shape, knurling, whip or stiffness, and sleeves, yet they are all instrumental in strengthening your whole body, increasing your range of motion, improving your athletic performance, and much more. A single barbell allows you to do different exercises and movements to target different areas of the body, provide unique grips, and employ different muscles. We have to [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 …]

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 …]

Garage Gym Black Friday Sales 2022

November 3, 2022 Tim Comments Off

It’s November – and that means a lot of month-long Black Friday Sales 2022 from Rogue Fitness, Rep Fitness, and much more. Want to upgrade your garage gym to the gym of your dreams? Black Friday is the time to do it! You held back from purchasing those pieces of equipment before so you could get them at the right time at a lower price. That time has finally come! From power racks to tank push sleds and Bumper Plates, we’ve got it all for you. Check out the TONS of gym equipment on sale now from these vendors: Garage Gym Black Friday Sales 2022 – Overview Black Friday is the most significant retail sales day in the United States, [Read more …]

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Nike Metcon 8 MF (Mat Fraser Special Edition)

November 21, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Surprise! Nike has just dropped the Nike Metcon 8 MF – Mat Fraser. This is the new Nike Metcon 8 – in a LIMITED special edition inspired by the 5x CrossFit champ. Suffering in the shadows and grinding alone when nobody else was looking made Mat Fraser a champion. And the special edition Metcon 8 MF – Mat Fraser depicts his journey as a CrossFit winner. Channel the champion in you with this shoe while celebrating Fraser’s meaningful moments and turning points. Get it while you can: Nike Metcon 8 MF – Mat Fraser – Overview The Metcon 8 is the latest iteration in the Metcon family, and the MF design gets all the remarkable features of this shoe. This [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 8 Review

October 6, 2022 Tim 1

We’ll be reviewing the Nike Metcon 8 in this article. It’s here – the most anticipated CrossFit shoe launch every year is the Nike Metcon series. The Metcon series was introduced in 2015 and has since evolved to be one of the most sought-after series for cross-training shoes. Now in its eighth iteration, let’s see how it changed and improved from its predecessors. Where can you get the Nike Metcon 8? Check out the selection from Rogue Fitness: Let’s dive-in and take a look at this phenomenal cross training shoe. Nike Metcon 8 Review To be crystal clear – the term “Hyperlift” is now stricly marketing fluff. There is no shim included with these shoes. I think people will have [Read more …]

Exercise Equipment

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022

October 3, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Rogue has special branded pink gym equipment for Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022. Breast Cancer Awareness always takes place in October, and many organizations take this time to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. Rogue joins this cause by presenting Pink equipment, apparel, and accessories for sale and giving profit to some institutions. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022 – Overview “Continue to fight. Continue to live.” – Stefanie Spielman In tribute to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Rogue has introduced this special and limited edition of apparel, accessories, and equipment. Profit will be granted to the Stefanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research at Ohio State’s Comprehensive [Read more …]