It never ceases to amaze me how quickly the meal replacement market has exploded. Just a decade ago there were one or two products at best. Even those tasted like dung mixed in horse piss. Well, most of them did anyway. But Shakeology managed to stand out from the crowd. It tasted reasonably good. It was not as thick as molasses. More importantly, it was using plant protein years before it turned into this buzzword, that’s…
Maybe your barbell broke, maybe its too small for your plates. In any case, barbell sleeve replacement is a great way to save some money and get your barbells back in working order. Believe it or not, berbells break! I’ve seen it happen plenty of times, especially with old or budget barbells. So… What do you do when a barbell breaks? Do you throw it away and get a new one? Well… Sometimes you do. If the…
If you’ve got an activity tracker, the thought of wearing it on your ankle may have crossed your mind. But is this advisable?I did some research, and have more information than you could ever want to know about this subject. While they’re not designed for ankle use, most functions will work.There are benefits to wearing your Fitbit on your ankle, as well as a few disadvantages. Will Your Fitbit Work Effectively On Your Ankle?This is…
I’ve been working out at home for the last year due to the coronavirus pandemic. I have a bench, and a set of Powerblock U-90s at my disposal, along with a few bands, so I’m about as qualified to speak on this topic as anyone can be!Prior to my year at home with just my dumbbells, I went to a normal gym with every piece of equipment my heart desired. Dumbbells up to 125lbs, benches…
The dumbbell stopgap program was invented by Reddit user Cammorak several years ago. His post can be found here, along with his explanation of his workout.We’ll summarize the workout for you here, and let you know the ins and outs of this workout program. What Is The Dumbbell Stopgap Program?Simply put, the dumbbell stopgap program was designed by its creator to be used at a time when you do not have access to a full…
So, you’ve got a bunch of dumbbells all over the floor of your home gym and are getting tired of the disorganized mess but don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on a dumbbell rack? You’ve come to the right place.We’ve explored the different types of dumbbell racks that can be built for cheap, and have a few recommendations for you. What Exactly Is A DIY Dumbbell Rack?Simply put, it’s a way for you to…
If you have a home gym, you’ve probably encountered rust weights. They may have become rusty from the way you’re storing them, or you may have purchased them second hand at a good discount.The good news is, no matter how they became rusty, there are solutions available to correct this problem. You can get your rusty weights back into pristine condition without too much effort.I know this because I am a fan of buying rusty…
I’ve been interested in smartwatches and activity trackers for quite a while now. There’s something extremely cool about a wearable wrist strap that can give you reliable and accurate information about your day-to-day activity levels. They are a great way to measure your fitness level.We’re definitely living in the future. Fitbit makes some of the best and most well-known activity trackers on the market today.There are so many different models of Fitbits these days for…
Ellipticals are a great way to get your heart rate up while taking it easy on your joints. They take up less room than a treadmill, and can give you a full body workout. Ellipticals differ from stationary bikes in that, they work most of your body while stationary bikes target your lower body. They many benefits; great for cardio, exercising most of the body and hence increasing metabolism, great for seniors and beginners, etc.…
When it comes to epic and unnecessary feats of strength, the Millennium Dumbbell is up at the top of the list. I’d heard of this crazy dumbbell before and decided to do some research to figure out what exactly is going on here and why. What the Heck Is the Millennium Dumbbell?The Millennium Dumbbell is an extremely impractical dumbbell that was created as a strongman challenge. This is not a dumbbell like you’d find at…