Best Sandbag for Home Workouts
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Best Sandbag for Home Workouts

Let’s review the best sandbags for your home (or garage) workout. Sandbags are great. They are heavy enough for strength building and they can be much more versatile than a barbell – because there are so many more ways to carry them. Complete your gym equipment and gear with sandbags. Including sandbags in your workout routine can give a completely different set of exercises that you wouldn’t be able to do with barbells and dumbbells. Aside from being inexpensive, they are also easy to store and have various uses. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Let’s compare and contrast all these sandbags. Sandbags – Overview You might be new to the fitness world, and you may be wondering what to fill your sandbag with. Well, the apparent answer is sand, which you can easily find in hardware stores. Sandbags come in various sizes, with diverse load capacities, and at differing levels of quality. Working out with sandbags, though extremely hard, is highly effective and offers many benefits. It improves resistance and performance by conditioning [Read more …]

Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor Review
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Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor Review

Let’s review the new Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor from Polar (and sold by Rogue.) The heart is one of the most significant organs of our body and is vital for survival. With that, knowing your actual heart rate is also crucial. When you exercise, understanding your heart rate can help you enhance your fitness and track your development. Introducing! The Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor. It measures your heart rate through a chest strap and delivers your results in realtime to an app on your phone. This chest strap HRM (Heart Rate Monitor) uses the actual electrical pulses from your heartbeat -and because it’s wrapped around your chest, it is highly accurate. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Coming soon! Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor – How Well Does It Work? The Polar H10 Heart Reate Sensor works great. First of all, it’s not an optical heart rate [Read more …]

GORUCK GR3 Rucksack
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GORUCK GR3 Rucksack

Let’s review the GR3 Rucksacks from GORUCK. Founded by a former Green Beret, GORUCK equipment and gears are synonymous with battle-tested and lifetime guarantee. All of GORUCK’s equipment and rucksacks go through a comprehensive examination to severe conditions to make sure your backpack will keep your belongings safe. They create incredibly functional and practical bags, and every bit and hole is designed with a lot of thought for durability and functionality. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: GR3 Rucksacks – Overview The GR3 is a gigantic bag! GORUCK describes it as one of the most oversized feasible carry-on bags and they are serious about it as it can carry 45 liters (expandable to 65L) with official dimensions at 22″ high and 14″ wide by 9″ diameter. It is so much bigger and bulkier than GR1 and GR2. The GR3 is made of 1000D CORDURA ballistic nylon, which is a long-lasting material that withstands abrasions, holes, and scrape; combine that with the heavy-duty YKK zippers, and you get yourself a remarkably durable backpack that can [Read more …]

GORUCK GR2 Rucksack
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GORUCK GR2 Rucksack

Let’s review GR2 Rucksacks. Simple but tough. You can describe GORUCK equipment and apparel as such. From footwear to rucksacks, it’s undeniable that they make things last for a long time. They are incredibly durable, overly functional, and are made with the highest quality standards using only highly tough military-grade materials. GR2 is created to withstand the harshest environment, so you can take it with you and conquer the world. Its design is minimal outside, but on the inside, it is made of excellent bulletproof materials and has enough space to carry all your things. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: GR2 Rucksacks – Overview The GR2 rucksack comes in two sizes – 34L and 40L. 34L is an average-sized ruck and is perfect for shorter people (under 5’8″). It weighs 4.35 lbs with dimensions of 31.75cm x 59cm x 23cm and is suitable for short-term travel. The GR2 40L is, of course, a larger ruck and is fitted for long-term travel. It weighs 4.75 Lbs with dimensions of 31.75cm x 56cm x 23cm. [Read more …]

GORUCK GR1 Rucksack Review
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GORUCK GR1 Rucksack Review

Let’s review the GR1 Rucksacks from GORUCK. When it comes to rucksacks, the first name that comes to mind is GORUCK. GORUCK specializes in making durable, quality, versatile, and rugged rucksacks, and now they are bringing back GR1 – exclusively overbuilt in the USA. GR1 is irreplaceable. To put it simply, there is no other rucksack/backpack in the market that comes close to what GR1 is. It is rainproof, comfortable, easy to carry, has a lifetime guarantee, and performs both in office and outdoor settings. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Let’s check it out… GR1 Rucksacks – Overview GR1 opens flat to make it more manageable to pack and organize. It is excellent for light travel, where you can easily see the entire interior and accommodates some personal and office items. There is a sizeable elastic sleeve on the main compartment’s back wall and three rows of MOLLE webbing across the top. It also has a bombproof laptop compartment which is well guarded with sturdy padding on both sides, a false bottom, and [Read more …]

GORUCK American Training Shorts Review
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GORUCK American Training Shorts Review

Let’s review the American Training Shorts from GORUCK. Whatever sports/workout you engage in, wearing the right sportswear can make the most out of your exercise. Appropriate activewear makes it more natural for you to move, keeping you cozy and cool, and nothing gets more satisfying than wearing shorts during workouts, especially in summer. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Let’s take a look. Training Shorts from GORUCK – Overview GORUCK captured the hearts of many with their rugged rucksack/backpack. But making the best and the most rigid rucking gears did not end with their backpacks. GORUCK included training shorts in the list. They even managed to combine both tough and comfortable in these training shorts giving you a fantastic look and feel. These training shorts also create another buzz in the CrossFit world as they bring the best feeling and performance. They fit great, non-restrictive, and can be your favorite everyday shorts. These are 7.5″ inseam. In my book that’s “shortie shorts”. It’s definitely an “above the quad” fit. Here’s a photo (provided by [Read more …]

Workout Leggings from PUMA
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Workout Leggings from PUMA

Let’s check out the hot new Workout Leggings from PUMA. Leggings can be worn at the gym, casual walk at the mall, or as a fashion statement. They are so popular and comfortable that some people opt to wear them every day on any given occasion. But it is important to note that not all leggings are made the same, and there are different kinds of them. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Workout Leggings from PUMA – Overview Are you going to the gym to do deadlifts or a hundred burpees? You will need leggings with moisture-wicking and are comfortable, durable, breathable, and flexible. You would also need leggings with seams on the inside that are flat and not raised to reduce irritability caused by sweating and intense movement. Your leggings should be able to support you and stay in place. If you are at home and are too lazy to hit the gym but still want to do some light exercises (stretching perhaps) at home, leggings made of cotton will do. Cotton [Read more …]

Hoodies from Rogue
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Hoodies from Rogue

Let’s review Hoodies from Rogue. Investing in a hoodie is a wise thing to do. It’s a staple to everyone’s closet, even those who are non-frequent gym-goers. Let’s take a peek at Rogue’s quality range of hoodies. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Hoodies from Rogue – Overview While it’s proven that sweating a lot can help in weight loss, it does not make any significant changes in fat loss. Thus, whatever weight you lose, you’d gain back in just a matter of days. Some gym-goers do a lot of layering to release more sweat, and they usually put on their favorite hoodies to do the job. But just because gym hoodies are not very helpful in burning fat, doesn’t mean it’s not beneficial. Hoodies keep your muscles warm during a workout. It helps you sweat a lot, which releases toxins from your body. The increased blood flow improves endurance level and insulin sensitivity. These are just some of the gains in wearing a hoodie for a workout. Plus, it also looks good if worn [Read more …]

Leggings from Reebok
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Leggings from Reebok

Let’s review Leggings from Reebok. If you think wearing just anything to your workout is okay, think again. Just as you choose the right outfit for the places or occasion that you go to, choosing the right outfit in working out applies the same manner, and there’s a reason why. It not only makes you feel good, but it also improves your performance, offers protection, and prevents injuries. Having the right workout gear means having the right and good quality leggings. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Leggings from Reebok – Overview From afar, leggings may all look similar, but they are definitely not made the same. And because they are not made the same, you might be settling from uncomfortable leggings that hinder your fitness routine and progress. Workout leggings should have outstanding comfort and fit for your workout. To choose proper workout leggings, it is vital to check the fiber used. Polyester and nylon are so much better than cotton because they are more durable, breathable, give you unrestrictive movements, and offer [Read more …]

UA TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe Review
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UA TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe Review

Let’s review the new TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe from Under Armour. The Under Armour TriBase Reign is UA’s first committed cross-training and functional fitness shoe. It is made of quality materials that can survive grueling workouts. It is a very competent training shoe that will help you keep up in the training game. A year after the launch of the TriBase Reign 2, UA now introduces TriBase Reign 3. Let’s see what the upgrades are from the former. Here are some of the styles that are available now: Let’s take a look. TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel. Our side-by-side testing is complete, here’s our video review: TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe – Overview Here’s the summary – this is a minor revision to last year’s shoe. The upper is new, the heel counter is tweaked, but otherwise, it’s the same outsole, midsole, and overall shape and size. As such, that’s OK – because this is a good CrossFit [Read more …]