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Best Fitness Gifts for Dad (2023): Show Him How Much You Care
Your dad (or dad figure) means a lot to you, but let’s face it––buying gifts for him can be a real challenge. He says he doesn’t want anything, but of course, you want to give him something. Whether he loves trail running, CrossFit, yoga, or powerlifting, we have you covered with the best fitness gifts for Dad.
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Best Fitness Gifts for Dad (2023): Show Him How Much You Care
Your dad (or dad figure) means a lot to you, but let’s face it––buying gifts for him can be a real challenge. He says he doesn’t want anything, but of course, you want to give him something. Whether he loves trail running, CrossFit, yoga, or powerlifting, we have you covered with the best fitness gifts for Dad.
Updated May 24, 2023
By Caine Wilkes
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The Best Fitness Gifts for Mom (2023): Give Her Something She’ll Love
Looking for some excellent fitness gifts for mom? We have great ideas from high-tech to low-cost presents.
Updated April 26, 2023
By Kate Meier CPT
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The Very Best Gifts for Runners, as Told by a Runner and Personal Trainer
If you’re not a runner, but you know and love one, you know it can be tough to get them a great gift, whatever the occasion. We’ve compiled the very best gifts for runners.
Updated March 21, 2023
By Amanda Capritto
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The Hottest New Year’s Treadmill Sales (2023)
We’ve compiled the best New Year’s treadmill sales so you can be up and running toward your fitness goals.
Updated January 3, 2023
By Kate Meier CPT
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The Best Squat Racks for 2023
The squat rack is the centerpiece of just about every home and garage gym in the world. As such, it should be versatile, durable, useful, and fit the space it will be used in. I have tested countless of today’s best options, putting them through heavy squats, bench presses, pull-ups (when applicable) and a number of other exercises.Based upon my use, experience, and community input, I’ve compiled the best power rack, half rack, squat stand, and fold-away squat rack for most people—including recommendations for various budgets.
Updated March 20, 2023
By Cooper Mitchell
Roundup
The Best Olympic Barbell Collars for 2023
After researching over 87 barbell clamps, using 46 of them, and legitimately testing 32 of them by using them for workouts like squats, bench press, deadlift, and snatches, as well as dropping them, throwing them, and seeing the max weight they can hold–we believe the Rogue USA Aluminum Collars are the best barbell collars for most people. However, they aren't the only collars worth considering.
Updated April 26, 2023
By Cooper Mitchell
Roundup
The Best Bumper Plates for 2023
After researching over 70 bumper plates and using 32 of them, we've determined that the best bumper plates for most people are the Fringe Sport Bumper Plates. The best competition bumper plates for most people are the Rogue Black Training Bumper Plates. Taking into consideration rubber used, durability, noise, appearance, price, warranty, and availability, these bumper plates will work well for any home gym, commercial gym, or CrossFit Affiliate.
Updated May 25, 2023
By Cooper Mitchell
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The Best CrossFit Shoes of 2023
The best CrossFit shoes are durable, versatile, and provide a good balance of support and stability.
Updated May 25, 2023
By Cooper Mitchell
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First Look: Rogue MG-4 Multi Grip Bar Review (2023)
In our Rogue MG-4 Multi Grip Bar review, we take a first look at this highly versatile specialty barbell.
Updated June 23, 2022
By Kate Meier CPT
Roundup
Best Peloton Alternatives 2023: Get a Better, or Cheaper Studio Cycling Experience
I’ve tried out dozens of the best exercise bikes for your home gym in the quest to find the best Peloton alternatives.
Updated May 31, 2023
By Caroline Lubinsky
Review
REP AB-4100 Adjustable Bench Review 2023: The Best Value Bench Out There?
In this REP AB-4100 adjustable bench review, we look at one of the best values for a weight bench on the market today.
Updated July 8, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
Review
Chirogun Review (2023): Is This the Most Customizable Massage Gun Ever?
The Chirogun is a popular massage gun on Amazon. Our Chirogun review details whether it’s worth buying or not.
Updated April 19, 2022
By Amanda Capritto
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The Ultimate Guide to Power Rack Attachments (2023)
Want to know which power rack attachments are compatible with your setup? Check out our complete guide.
Updated December 3, 2022
By Jacob Penner
Guide
Biggest Home Gym Mistakes
Building a home gym can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience; it can also quickly become one of the most frustrating and expensive endeavors you take on. There’s no right or wrong way to build your own home gym, many of the decisions and processes you pick come down to personal preference, however with this quick guide, you can ensure it goes as smoothly as possible.
Updated July 28, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
Guide
101 Home Gym Ideas, Tips, and Tricks
Over the years, we've compiled some of the most helpful home gym ideas as well as tips and tricks for making your gym, whether in your garage, basement, or spare bedroom a productive and enjoyable place to workout. Here are over 100 ideas you can use for your home gym. If these don't make you want to build one, we have no idea what will.
Updated September 27, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
Guide
Building a Budget Home Gym from Titan Fitness
Titan Fitness is known for making budget-friendly home gym equipment. However, wading through the vast amount of equipment they sell and determining which is worth buying and which isn't can be difficult. We've used, arguably, more gear from Titan Fitness than anyone in the world (other than employees of the company) and are taking our experience as well as others to provide recommendations on the best equipment available from Titan.
Updated August 11, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
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DIY Squat Rack Guide
The Squat Rack is the centerpiece for just about every home gym in the world. However, some people don't have the money or desire to buy a pre-made option. This is where the DIY Squat Rack comes in…
Updated August 1, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
DIY
DIY Outdoor Weightlifting Platform and Rack
Having a home gym is one of the best parts of adulthood. But, something that can be even more fun is being able to workout outside. In steps the DIY Outdoor Weightlifting Platform and Rack. Enjoy this weekend project.
Updated July 22, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
DIY
DIY Crossover Symmetry System Replica
Crossover Symmetry is a program designed to strengthen the shoulder girdle leading to fewer injuries and an increase in lifts. This is how you can make your own DIY version.
Updated August 1, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
DIY
DIY Belt Squat Machine
The Belt Squat Machine is one of the most coveted pieces of gym equipment available today. Although there are many options, including those made by Westside Barbell, Pit Shark, Matt Wenning, and others, they're all pretty pricey. This DIY Belt Squat Machine requires no special skills and costs well under any other available options.
Updated July 22, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
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First Look: Rogue MG-4 Multi Grip Bar Review (2023)
In our Rogue MG-4 Multi Grip Bar review, we take a first look at this highly versatile specialty barbell.
Updated June 23, 2022
By Kate Meier CPT
Review
Reebok Nano X2 Review: Better Than The X1s In So Many Ways
In our Reebok Nano X2 review, we take a first look at the brand’s latest iteration of this popular functional fitness shoe.
Updated March 21, 2023
By Amanda Capritto
Review
REP Ares Cable Attachment Review (2023)
In our REP Ares Cable Attachment review, we will break down this highly engineered piece of equipment, tell you if we think it’s worth it, and share how you can get yours
Updated October 5, 2022
By Kate Meier CPT
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Peloton Guide Review 2023: First Look
In our Peloton Guide review, we take a first look at the exercise equipment giant’s affordable smart home gym.
Updated April 27, 2023
By Kate Meier CPT