Fitness Articles & Guides

Xebex AirPlus Rower 4.0 Smart Connect Review

Dive into our in-depth review of the Xebex AirPlus Rower 4.0 Smart Connect, a high-performance rowing machine ideal for home workouts. Learn about its unique dual resistance system and user-friendly features.

Xebex Airplus Runner Review

The ability to do weight sled pushes and pulls is the killer feature that sets the Airplus Runner apart from the competition.

Rogue Echo Bike vs Schwinn Airdyne Pro

Air bikes have been around for decades, but they've gained a larger user base over the last several years due to the rising popularity of CrossFit. The Schwinn Airdyne Pro and the Rogue Fitness Echo Bike are two of the most popular models available. I own both, so I can speak to the pros and cons of each.

AssaultRunner Pro Review

Experience the Assault Fitness AssaultRunner Pro, a curved motorless treadmill for effective, natural running. Improve your form, burn more calories, and enjoy seamless speed control with this durable, all-skill-level treadmill. Transform your indoor running experience with the AssaultRunner Pro.

Simply Fit Board Review - Functional or Fad?

The Best Short Barbells For Home Gyms

Discover the best short barbells for your home gym, including options from Eleiko, Rogue, American Barbell, and more. Improve your strength, flexibility, and overall fitness with these versatile and effective tools.

Iron Neck Review

The Iron Neck Review - an unconventional tool for unconventional neck strength training. Full review and unboxing!

Bells of Steel Arch Nemesis Swiss Bar Review

The Arch Nemesis Swiss Bar from Bells of Steel is a versatile and budget-friendly strength training tool. It's perfect for pressing exercises, offers various workout possibilities with its cable attachment, and has a unique arch shape for enhanced muscle activation and stability.

Bells of Steel Open Trap Bar 3.0 Review

Level up your deadlifting game with the Bells of Steel Open Trap Bar 3.0. With its open design, you'll enjoy a comfortable and natural grip that is perfect for deadlifts and other back and leg exercises. The built-in deadlift jack makes loading and unloading plates easy and eliminates the need for an additional piece of equipment. Say goodbye to awkward bar grips and hello to gains!

Bells of Steel SS3 Safety Squat Bar Review

Rogue R-3W Folding Rack Review

The Rogue R-3W folding rack is an excellent piece of equipment for any home gym, but especially for those of us who are tight on space.

Rogue Fitness Competition Bumper Plates Review

Rogue Fitness Competition Bumper Plates are a solid and well built option for anyone wanting IWF-spec weights for training purposes.

The Yoak Review

The Yoak Review - an unconventional tool for unconventional strength training that sort of looks like a Klingon weapon. Full review and unboxing!

Rep Fitness Competition Bumper Plates Review

Rep Fitness Competition Bumper Plates are a good budget-friendly option for anyone wanting IWF-spec weights for training purposes.

American Barbell Cerakote Training Bar Review

Full review of the T-Grip Shorty Bar from American Barbell

Rogue Hi Temp Bumper Plates Review

Rogue Fitness Hi Temp bumper plates can be used and abused in the most demanding home fitness settings and will likely outlast your will to use them.

DIY Lat Pulldown and Seated Row Machine

Learn how to create a DIY lat pulldown and seated row machine at home using your existing power rack, with a list of materials needed and tips on how to measure for the right cable lengths.

DIY Impact Massager for under $60

Build a DIY impact massager like the TimTam or Theragun for under $60 in parts

How to Hang Gymnastic Rings

DIY Wobble Board for Faster Ankle Sprain Rehabilitation

The Best Kettlebells For Home Gyms – 2023 Edition

Explore top kettlebells for your home gym from brands like Kettlebell Kings, Vulcan Strength, and Rep Fitness. Enhance strength, flexibility, and fitness with these durable, versatile workout tools.

Rogue Competition Kettlebell Review

Full review and unboxing of the Fitness Edition steel kettlebells made by Kettlebell Kings, including a comparison to their original line of competition kettlebells

Free Kettlebell Workouts

Short kettlebell workouts you can do at home with just one kettlebell - kettlebell HIIT workouts for beginners and intermediates in 20-40 minutes.

Vulcan Strength Absolute Training Kettlebell Review

Kettlebell Kings Fitness Edition Kettlebell Review

Full review and unboxing of the Fitness Edition steel kettlebells made by Kettlebell Kings, including a comparison to their original line of competition kettlebells

The Benefits of Kettlebell Sport Training

Over the past decade, kettlebells have exploded in popularity. They are hailed all over the fitness world as a great way to build strength, increase endurance, and improve cardiovascular health for people of all ages and fitness levels. These are all great benefits of regular kettlebell training, but they don’t have to stop at the amateur level. Kettlebell Sport can take the rewards of kettlebell training to a whole new level.

Kettlebell Kings Competition Kettlebells Review

Full review and unboxing of the competition steel kettlebells made by Kettlebell Kings, including an evaluation of the new handle design introduced in 2017.

The Complete Kettlebell Buyers Guide

The Best Weight Vests For Home Fitness

A review roundup of the best weight vest options for crossfit, running, and general home fitness. I've tested the best options I could find, and did the research so you don't have to.

Olympic Bumper Plate Buyer's Guide

Everything you need to know to make an informed choice when purchasing Olympic bumper plates!

Rogue Boneyard Bar Reviews

Barbells are expensive, and Rogue Boneyard bars are a tempting option for those of us on a budget. Should you buy one? Read about my experiences first, then decide for yourself.

Thirty Days on a Whole-Food Plant Based Diet