Nike React Metcon Training Shoe – New Styles December 2019

Let’s review the new Project Rock 3 Training Shoes from Under Armour. The small steps and small actions being done daily reflect our growth and progress tomorrow – that’s what Project Rock is all about. It is a lifestyle of striving to work harder and get better every day, get where you need to be, and achieve certain goals. With this, Project Rock came up with collections of different products to journey with you in achieving these goals, especially fitness goals. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Let’s take a closer look. Project Rock 3 Training Shoes – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Overall this is a good training shoe. Project Rock 3 Training Shoes – Overview One of Project Rock’s collections approved by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson himself is the Men’s UA Project Rock 3 Training Shoes. Its UA HOVR technology provides a “zero-gravity feel” to conserve energy return to eliminate the impact. UA Tribase intensifies ground contact (making [Read more …]

Let’s review the best athletic sock for CrossFit. This is going to be a review of athletic and running socks. But, before you hit the back button – give it a chance. I’m the person that always bought cheap socks. Whatever was cheap and available in a 12 pack – and usually $20 or less. But after I started testing real athletic socks intensively – I found out all the benefits of a comfortable, performance sock that fits right. So ditch those Costco socks and look at these options for the CrossFit WOD (or any other workout, really): Let’s review these socks! Athletic Sock vs Running Sock – Is there a Difference? First of all, let’s define what an athletic sock is? And, is this the same thing as a running sock? There is some overlap, and the line between the two is blurry, for sure. Here are the key differences. Athletic socks are for general workout and physical activity (like exercise). Athletic socks are light-weight, breathable, and usually have a mild compression effect. They have a stretchy, comfortable fit. [Read more …]

Let’s take a look at the Nike Metcon 8 Premium. This is the Women’s version, and available from Rogue Fitness. Metcon 8 is in many ways similar to Metcon 7—they both use Nike React foam, they have a wide, flat heel, a rubber outsole, flexible forefoot, and a heel clip. But there are also some noticeable improvements. It is perfect for lifters, athletes who do cross-training, have wider feet, and want to customize their shoes. From Rogue Fitness – The Nike Metcon 8 Premium: Nike Metcon 8 Premium – Women’s – Overview Metcon 8 is the go-to model for training and relies on a lighter, more breathable upper than the earlier iteration. What differs it from the earlier version? Metcon 7 has a chainlike mesh, while Metcon 8 has textured synthetic overlays to keep your feet cool while ensuring durability. While Metcon 7 has a Velcro tab on the top and bottom of the tongue, Metcon 8 has it only on the top. Metcon 7 has a mid-foot rope guard that adds extra grip during climbs, while Metcon 8 has [Read more …]