Meal Prep on the Go
Gym Equipment

Meal Prep on the Go

Serious about your nutrition? Then you probably prep all your meals beforehand. But how do you transport a whole day’s worth of meals – to work, to the gym, or anywhere else? King Kong Apparel has some innovative solutions for Meal Prep on the go. Let’s take a look. Excellent meal prep bags are an easy solution if you keep trying to get fresh and clean food ready and be on time in your busy schedule. Meal prep bags are carry-case insulated lunch bags made to carry your homemade food without spoiling. King Kong Apparel made bags for this purpose, and these bags are also functional as they are durable. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Meal Prep on the Go – Overview King Kong Apparel started in 2011 and ever since was making the best quality and most functional gym bags. Their bags use heavy-duty buckles for ultimate security, rip-proof lining to protect what’s inside your bag, and other durable materials to provide your gear with the best protection. King Kong bags are [Read more …]

Rogue Boneyard Bars
Gym Equipment

Rogue Boneyard Bars

What’s the best Oly barbell deal on the Internet? The Rogue Boneyard Bars. A Boneyard Bar is a brand new, seconds quality barbell off of Rogue’s standard production line. These bars have minor cosmetic issues such as finish blemishes or inconsistencies with the knurl, but they are still remarkable as other companies’ best products. The bottom line is you can get hundreds of dollars off of a perfectly fine barbell. One that works – even if it doesn’t look pretty. (Who cares? It’s going to be going into your grimy box or garage gym anyways!) Here are some of the options available now (NOTE: Rogue’s inventory of Boneyard bars varies greatly throughout the year – check back often for the best deals!) Boneyard Bars – Overview Considered as “quality seconds”, the Boneyard Bars were designed to still be used in the gym. They have a minor flaw in fit and finish, but they are all new components and come in various finish blends, including Black/Bright Zinc, Black Oxide, Olive Drab Zinc, Raw Steel, and Polished Chrome. Double-tracked knurling is one [Read more …]

Tie Dye Training Clothes from Rogue
Workout Apparel

Tie Dye Training Clothes from Rogue

Everyting that is old is new again – check out the latest Tie Dye Clothing from Rogue. Tie-Dye is one of the most old-fashioned ways of decorating cloth and even made its spot on the runways for the past few seasons. The design provides comfort and a reminder of the old breezy days. Rogue joined in the trend and used this pattern in its training clothes. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Tie Dye Clothing from Rogue – Overview Rogue has different gym apparel, and you can choose from their standard basic shirts and tank tops, training shorts, hoodie, joggers, hats, and athletic socks. They also have t-shirts made solely for CrossFit athletes like Rich Froning, Tia-Clair Toomey, Josh Bridges, and more. Their apparel is the very gear seen on the backs of CrossFit champions. To add color to your workout attire, Rogue designed Tie Dye Clothing and splashed them into their durable and comfortable training apparel. Most of these apparel are made from breathable materials with sweat-wicking properties. Here are some of them! [Read more …]

GORUCK Brick Bag Pre-Order
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GORUCK Brick Bag Pre-Order

GORUCK is coming out with another innovative solution to ease the burden of moving your gear – the GORUCK Brick Bag is now available to PRE-ORDER. Brick Bag is not totally a brick bag. Bricks are incredibly rough, and it is normal for them to rip holes even in the 1000D Cordura, especially when used after a long time. Brick Bag is actually a stuff sack you can use daily. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: GORUCK Brick Bag – Overview Brick Bag is versatile and can be used in many ways every day. It is used in the GORUCK Challenge. You can also use it to separate dirty clothes from your clean stuff in your GR1. If you are a photographer, the Brick Bag will work great for you and can keep your camera and accessories safe. GORUCK takes inspiration from military gear, assuring you of the durability of all their gears. The Brick Bag was used and tested at the GORUCK Challenge to guarantee that the functionality and construction are solid and [Read more …]

Nike React Metcon Turbo in New Colorway
CrossFit Shoes

Nike React Metcon Turbo in New Colorway

The Nike React Metcon Turbo from Nike is now available in a new colorway – Red! The Nike React Metcon Turbo has both stability and responsiveness in a lightweight package so you can hit your next PR efficiently. To minimize weight, every detail from the cushioning underfoot to the rope wrap at the instep is downsized while boosting function and durability. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike React Metcon Turbo – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Here’s another review that compares the React Turbo to the Reebok Nano X1: Nike React Metcon Turbo – Overview The Nike React Metcon Turbo uses Nike React foam, making it lightweight and responsive for agile, repetitive movements like box jumps and double unders. The instep of the upper is thin and light but still firm to handle abrasion. It is breathable and maneuverable and highlights an asymmetric construction to provide outstanding performance and durability. Nike React Metcon Turbo has a minimal heel-to-toe drop [Read more …]

Endless Rope Trainer from Torque Fitness
Gym Equipment

Endless Rope Trainer from Torque Fitness

Rope climbing? It’s tough to train for this – unless you have somewhere tall to mount a climbing rope. There’s safety issues too. Here’s a great commercial-quality training apparatus that simulates the upper body work of the rope climb – the Endless Rope Trainer from Torque USA. If your goal is upper body strength and you enjoy doing one motion repeatedly, the Endless Rope Trainer is the equipment suitable for you. An Endless Rope Trainer allows you to pull or simulate climbing, and this repeated movement can get you into serious shape. The process seems easy and simple but surprisingly difficult at once. By doing different positions, grips, and pulling techniques, you’ll be able to hit your triceps, biceps, back muscles, shoulders, and core. Get it only at Torque USA – makers of innovative functional fitness equipment: Endless Rope Trainer – Overview The same technology that you love from Torque’s TANK All-Surface Sled line is the same technology used in the Endless Rope Trainer. This magnetic, bi-directional resistance mechanism naturally increases with pulling speed and provides four levels of resistance [Read more …]

REP Games Sale 2021
Gym Equipment

REP Games Sale 2021

Pssst…. It’s 2022 now – and REP’s game sale is over – but check out these deals – which they’ve got year round. The CrossFit Games is on and so is REP’s Games Sale. The sale of the year is finally here! Rep Fitness offers this seven-day sale for some of their high-quality gym equipment to pump up your fitness. Here are some of the equipment that is on sale until August 2nd: REP Games Sale – Overview Rep Fitness is giving you the opportunity to set up your home gym effortlessly and economically. Rep Fitness provides high-value fitness equipment supported with the pledge of trust, expertise, and innovation. From barbells to flat benches, Rep Fitness offers you these pieces of equipment at a lower price. They strive to be the leader in fitness innovation worldwide, and their team works hard daily to make that dream a reality. Their durable pieces of equipment are also backed up with a warranty. Games Home Gym Package The Games Home Gym package gives you the ability to customize and choose the equipment you [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 7 Versus Nike Metcon 6
CrossFit Shoes

Nike Metcon 7 Versus Nike Metcon 6

Let’s compare the Nike Metcon 7 to the Nike Metcon 6. Now that the Nike Metcon 7 Mat Fraser has dropped we finally have something to compare against the Nike Metcon 6. At long last we have the Nike Metcon 7. It looks good (just remember this is the Mat Fraser Personal Edition – so it always looks a bit “dramatic”). Has Nike revolutionized the CrossFit shoe that millions know and love? We’ll compare this shoe to its very popular predecessor. This is Nike Metcon 7 vs Nike Metcon 6. And here’s where you can get these shoes: Let’s get right into the comparison. Nike Metcon 7 – Overview Let’s start from the bottom up. The outsole on both shoes is all rubber, has flex grooves, and a very firm heel. There’s deep pre-formed flex grooves in the forefoot of both shoes. The M6 had a diamond-shaped heel, and with the M7 the heel is noticeably wider. This is good – because the main mission of the Nike Metcon shoes is heavy weight lifting. A wide heel makes for a [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 7 X
CrossFit Shoes

Nike Metcon 7 X

Here’s the newly launched Nike Metcon 7 X. This is an exclusive for Nike Members only – but expect other retailers will have the shoe in about 1 week. Or you can get it from Rogue Fitness NOW. Metcon, Nike’s ultimate, functional cross-training shoe, now comes with new colorways for its 7th iteration. Available for men and women, this shoe offers better stability and durability than its predecessors. Aside from its breathability and comfort for distancing running and improved flexibility for sprints and jump boxes, let’s see what other outstanding features of this new shoe are. The other version of the shoe you can get right now is the Nike Metcon 7 Mat Fraser PE. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike Metcon 7 Launch Colorways – Overview What’s new? The Hyperlift heel is upgraded, making lifting a pleasant adventure. It helps stabilize and support the base of the shoe with its rugged, built-in TPU heels. Metcon 7 has a radical change in its built-in midsole using Nike’s E-TPU material, React. The insoles provide [Read more …]

Nike Romaleos 4 SE Weightlifting Shoe
CrossFit Shoes

Nike Romaleos 4 SE Weightlifting Shoe

Here’s the newest color option of the Nike Romaleos 4 SE from Nike. The Nike Romaleos family is known for two things – strength and stability. These are Olympic weightlifting shoes that are heavier, with a flat sole and midfoot straps for a tight fit. They enable you to push into the floor with less effort, producing more power throughout a lift. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike Romaleos 4 – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Here’s our earlier hands-on review of the Rom 4: Nike Romaleos 4 SE – Overview The upper of Nike Romaleos 4 SE is made mainly from a woven type of fabric that is solid but flexible. The material is a bit hard and needs a little time to break-in, and when it does, it becomes comfortable. The toebox of the shoe arches nicely for split jerks without curving easily. The Nike Romaleos 4 SE highlights a broad, flat base and a supportive foundation. [Read more …]