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Rogue HR-2 Half Rack loaded with barbell

Half Racks for your Garage Gym

March 28, 2022 Tim 1

Save some space in your garage gym with a half rack. What is it? It’s a space-saving alternative to a full size power rack. Here’s the Half Racks from Rogue. Half racks don’t have four uprights that surround you, unlike power racks. Instead, there are only two uprights, and if there are more, it is used for weight plate storage. A half rack comes with a reliable base with two metal bars extending up to the top. A half rack has small bars on the front that catch both the weights and the barbell. Here’s some options, from Rogue Fitness: Half Racks from Rogue – Overview Half racks are not as stable as full power racks, but they still allow [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 7 Fitter Together Edition

March 22, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Here’s the newest member of the Nike Metcon 7 family – the Nike Metcon 7 Fitter Together Edition. The Metcon 7 has what it takes to be loved by active athletes, especially those in weightlifting. It is functional and versatile with upgraded features from its predecessor. Want it? Here’s some of the styles you can get now (from ROGUE FITNESS): Nike Metcon 7 CrossFit Shoe – Our Review To test this product, we got hands-on and in-depth (With a different color option – but still the same shoe.) Here’s what we found: Nike gets rid of the super breathable upper from Metcon 6 and now uses React foam. Even with the React foam, it is now firmer in the heel [Read more …]

Ergonomic weights and bars from Mutt

February 20, 2022 Tim Comments Off

It’s the year 2022. Let’s be smarter about how we train. That’s not just form – our equipment needs to evolve beyond what we used in the 50s and 60s. Along those lines – here’s the Mutt Bars, Wheels, Cowbells, and More from Rogue. Free weights are highly versatile, and you can do a wide variety of workouts with, for example, a set of dumbbells. They are also affordable, compact, and take up little space. Train smarter with the good stuff from Mutt (via Rogue Fitness): Mutt Bars, Wheels, Cowbells, and More – Overview Free weights are inexpensive compared to weight machines and don’t require a gym membership. Free weights allow a wide range of sports performance and have a [Read more …]

Neon Glitch NOBULL Trainers

January 17, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Here’s the newest style of NOBULL Trainers. NOBULL Trainer is a reliable athletic shoe for CrossFit workouts and lifting weights. From producing simple and minimalist colorways, it now comes with colorful styles that will add thrill and excitement to your everyday routine. They look HOT! And you can get them from Rogue Fitness: NOBULL Trainers – Our Review To test this product, we got hands-on and in-depth (with a more subdued color option). Here’s what we found during our review testing process: With the NOBULL Trainer, you can do anything from running, lifting, rope climbs, box jumps, and more. It has a seamless one-piece upper that is incredibly durable, breathable, and abrasion-resistant. The SuperFabric® is very tough, and it is [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 7 AMP

January 1, 2022 Tim Comments Off

Let’s review the new Nike Metcon 7 AMP from Nike. If you are a runner who adds strength training to your routine, you know that having different shoes is necessary. With the Nike Metcon 7 Amp, no need to have two different types of shoes. You can go straight to your strength training from your run as this shoe is made for comprehensive training, functional fitness, and CrossFit. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike Metcon 7 AMP – Overview The Nike Metcon 7 AMP is the gold standard for weight training and is more robust and more stable than previous versions. One of the most significant changes to the shoe is the use of [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 7 CrossFit Shoe Review

May 14, 2022 Tim 2

Here’s our review of the Nike Metcon 7. Nike kept the mission of the shoe unchanged (heavy lifting) but made some big updates. Let’s find out what’s changed. For this review, we bought two different pairs of the new Nike Metcon 7 (or M7) – the regular edition, and the Mat Fraser Personal Edition. More importantly though – we put them through our tough testing process. How does this shoe stack up to other CrossFit shoes? How does it stack up to it’s predecessor (The Nike Metcon 6)? We’ll have full details below. Get the Nike Metcon 7 now, from Rogue Fitness: Nike Metcon 7 Review – The Bottom Line Here’s the bottom line, right up front. There’s no more [Read more …]

Medicine Balls

December 22, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Here’s a classic piece of gym equipment – the Medicine Ball If you are familiar with barbells but not with medicine balls, this article will help inform you about this amazing workout gear. Medicine balls are rounded balls and are heavy-weighted that come in various sizes and weights with various ranges of fitness purposes. They are perceived to be one of the most varied pieces of exercise equipment, beneficial for toning about every part of the body, and are also widely used in multiple kinds of physical therapy. Here are some of the equipment that you can buy now from Fringe Sports, Rogue, Rep, and others: Medicine Balls – Overview Medicine balls started their record more than 2,000 years ago [Read more …]

Torque Fitness Wall Ball Target with a user

Wall Balls

October 28, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Got Wall Balls? If not – this article is for you. Let’s look at this unique, fun workout device. Wall balls are an amazing exercise accessory for increasing strength, explosiveness, and cardiovascular endurance. Wall ball exercise is a functional, full-body exercise that you can add to any strength or cardiovascular workout to enhance effectiveness. It is part of CrossFit but is now used in any fitness facility because of its benefits. Here are some of the great gear we are going to look at – from several different manufacturers. Wall Balls – Overview Wall balls are a functional exercise that can help you in everyday movements, and not just in the gym. Wall balls reflect the dreaded thruster as they [Read more …]

Slam Balls

October 28, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Let’s talk about Slam Balls. It sort of looks like a medicine ball – but these are much tougher – because they are made to SLAM. They’re almost the same, but one thing that distinguishes slam balls from medicine balls is they have thicker surfaces, making them perfect for high-impact throwing exercises. On the other hand, medicine balls have thinner rubber, leather, or plastic exteriors, so they are not advisable for extreme workouts. We’re going to provide an overview of several different models, from several different manufacturers. Here are some of the slam balls you can buy now: Slam Balls – Overview To use the slam balls for exercise, the first thing to do is hold the ball in both [Read more …]

Jacobs Ladder

May 28, 2021 Tim Comments Off

Let’s look at an interesting piece of gym equipment – the Jacobs Ladder device. Jacobs Ladder is not a typical machine seen in commercial gyms and home garages. But if you are sick and tired of using a treadmill, it’s time to switch to the Jacobs Ladder for a more fun and powerful workout. Here are some of the models that are available now: Jacobs Ladder – Overview First of all – where doe the name come from? The Bible. In the Bible, Jacob dreamed of a ladder between heaven and earth. Jacobs Ladder is a ladder-like device angled at 40 degrees and requires you to climb its unending rungs. The continuous movement of arms and legs by means of [Read more …]