Sole Indoor Bikes
Gym Equipment

Sole Indoor Bikes

Let’s review Sole Bikes. When it comes to fitness, there are now many options to be physically fit and healthy. Your physical capabilities, interests, and end goals influence the activity you wish to do. Others choose to workout without using any equipment, but having one can make a radical change to your health and body. An indoor bike is one piece of equipment that can make you drip with sweat while giving you impressive benefits. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Sole Bikes – Overview Because of our current situation, going out becomes risky, and it has lessened the time we spend outside. Good thing we can still break a sweat and stay fit in the comfort of our homes with the invention of fitness equipment like indoor bikes. Indoor bikes have many long-term benefits, both physically and mentally. Using them helps minimize stress and increase your body’s capacity to resist and recover from anxiety. If you have one at home, you can do it whenever you want because of its convenience, and it is [Read more …]

Sole Treadmills
Gym Equipment

Sole Treadmills

Let’s review Sole Treadmills. Some studies say all of us should do at least 20 minutes of daily moderate aerobic exercise that includes walking and running. The problem is not all of us want to go outside to run or do brisk walking. The good news is you don’t have to. For as long as you have a treadmill at home, you can skip the hassle of wearing a mask while walking or running outside. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Sole Treadmills – Overview The treadmill is one of the most common types of exercise equipment at home and an easy and outstanding item to invest in. If you are new to fitness, walking on a treadmill is a good start and then level up to running as your strength and stamina are improved. With a treadmill, you don’t have to worry about the dirt or hard and uneven surfaces you can trip on while running that might cause injury. It is great for weight loss, building muscles, improving joint flexibility, and excellent [Read more …]

Differences Between Nike SuperRep Shoes
CrossFit Shoes

Differences Between Nike SuperRep Shoes

Let’s review SuperRep Shoes from Nike. There are several different shoes in the SuperRep line – and different shoes for different purposes. How do you choose the best SuperRep shoe for you? It depends on what you want to do in the gym. In this article we’ll compare and contrast the many SuperRep shoe options. Nike presents a useful and sensible line of sneakers created particularly for calisthenics, endurance, full-body workout, and HIIT exercises. The SuperRep line is custom-made for those active movements, giving targeted comfort at the forefoot, utilizing two Air Zoom pods concealed by a stronger crash pad than standard rubber. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: SuperRep Shoes from Nike – Overview Not only is the SuperRep line suitable for action-packed exercises, but whatever your style or preference of fitness is, there’s a SuperRep match for it. They are made for active moves in high-impact and high-intensity classes and do the job they’re intended to do. The technology used in the sole unit sets them apart from the others, and with [Read more …]

Workout Leggings from PUMA
Workout Leggings

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 …]

GORUCK American Training Sweat Pants
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GORUCK American Training Sweat Pants

Let’s review the new American Training Sweat Pants from GORUCK. Sweat pants began as basic workout apparel, but it has evolved and can now be used for multiple purposes. High-quality sweatpants are now suitable to exhibit the casual style outside the constraints of the gym or home. But the sweat pants that we will focus on are the kind that we can use in any sort of adventure or sports – from hiking to camping and from warm-up to the most intense workout. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: American Training Sweat Pants – Overview American Training Sweat Pants are made of 74% nylon, which is highly elastic, durable, and water/stain-resistant. Sweat pants build up body heat, making you become hot and sweat faster during your workout. These sweat pants will keep you cool and ultra-comfortable and will not restrict your movements. They are as comfortable as wearing your sweat pants while watching your favorite series on Netflix. The performance fabric used in American Training Sweatpants is stretchy, breathable, and abrasion-resistant. The midweight performance [Read more …]

GORUCK Ballistic Trainer Review
CrossFit Shoes

GORUCK Ballistic Trainer Review

GORUCK just launched their newest training shoe: the GORUCK Ballistic Trainer. GORUCK makes serious, well thought out, and high quality training gear. They are looking to shake up the functional fitness/CrossFit WOD training shoe space with this new shoe. How well does it work? That’s what we aim to find out. We’ve got our review pair – and testing is underway. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: GORUCK Ballistic Trainer – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Check back in a few weeks, and we’ll have the results of our side by side testing. GORUCK Ballistic Trainer – Overview This is GORUCK’s first attempt to create a functional fitness (aka CrossFit) style training shoe. How about some stats right up front? Upper MaterialsKnit mesh (forefoot) / Ballistic Nylon (Midfoot and heel) Weight15.0 ounces (Men’s Size 11) Drop8 mm CushioningMinimal SizingTrue to size. Toebox is wide Let’s start from the ground up – with the outsole. The all-rubber outsole provides grip in [Read more …]

Reebok Nano OG Shoe Review
CrossFit Shoes

Reebok Nano OG Shoe Review

Reebok has brought back the original version of the Nano CrossFit training shoe – it’s called the Reebok Nano OG. In this review, we’ll compare the Reebok Nano OG to the latest and greatest Nano – the Reebok Nano X. How has the shoe evolved over the years? That’s what we’ll talk about. We’ll also figure out if the Nano OG can run with the big dogs in the gym. Here’s some of the styles that are available now: Let’s take a look. Reebok Nano X OG Shoe Review – On Our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Find out more about the Nano X (the new one) here: By the way, we have high expectations for this shoe. The Reebok Nano X was a runner-up in our Best CrossFit Shoes for 2021 review. Reebok Nano OG Shoe Review – What’s New and Improved? Trick question – nothing is new and improved, after all this is the Nano 1 repackaged as the Nano OG. That said, let’s take a look [Read more …]

On Cloud X Training Shoe Review
CrossFit Shoes

On Cloud X Training Shoe Review

Let’s look at the new generation Cloud X training shoe from On Running. On Running is known for their feather-light and highly cushioned running shoes. Does their design fit into the cross training shoe market? That’s what we’ll review here. Here’s some of the styles available now: Cloud X Training Shoe – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Cloud X Training Shoe – Overview All right, let’s talk about the tech. First of all, let me say this is a very light-weight training shoe. A Men’s Size 11 (US) weighs in at only 9.2 ounces. That, in and of itself, doesn’t tell you much – but consider that a Reebok Nano X in the same size is in the 14 ounce range, as is the Nike Metcon 6. When you put these shoes on the lightweight feeling is immediately apparent. How do they do this? First of all the upper is thin and breathable. It’s got perforations up front – you can see some ( a [Read more …]

Athletic Socks for CrossFit Review
CrossFit Shoes

Athletic Socks for CrossFit Review

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 …]

Challenge Pants from GORUCK Review
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Challenge Pants from GORUCK Review

Let’s look at Challenge Pants from GORUCK. What are Challenge Pants? These are a super-tough cargo-style pants made by GORUCK. GORUCK specializes in “rucking” gear – also known as a “ruck march”. What’s rucking? It’s simply walking for distance with a heavily loaded backpack (aka rucksack – hence the name.) Do you need GORUCK pants to go on a ruck march? No, you don’t. But GORUCK has created something super-functional and useful to make what are now my favorite pair of pants- For just about anything. So, ruck if you want to – but these pants can do so much more. As I write this, I’m sitting in a hotel room at 3:52am, about to head to SEATAC to fly back home. And, of course, I’m wearing my Challenge Pants. Why? Because they are the best pants for travel. So, no matter if you are looking for workout pants, rucking pants, or just plain good athletic pants these will work. Let’s take a closer look. We’re going to use a lot of GORUCK supplied photos here – because it is [Read more …]