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Rogue Olympic Plates – Made in the USA

Want made in the USA iron plates? Rogue has them – check out the new Rogue USA Olympic Plates. Olympic weight plates are commonly made of cast iron and are round or octagonal. Olympic plates have two-inch central holes to fit Olympic-sized barbells and are most often used by powerlifters, bodybuilders, or other athletes who lift extremely heavyweights. Rogue USA Olympic Plates have tight weight tolerance of +2% / -0% and are the finest series Rogue has ever produced. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Rogue USA Olympic Plates – Overview Rogue partnered with Cadillac Casting and OSCO Industries, two of Midwest’s most experienced and well-equipped foundries, to cast the USA Oly Plates. All plates highlight a slim profile, durable E-Coat finish, and a rare four-surface machining process that assures it fits securely on the bar, is uniform in diameter, and sits flush against other plates when loaded. All 55LB, 45LB, 35LB, 25LB, and 10LB plates are cast by the Cadillac team using ductile iron, which has superb tensile strength and yield strength, along with [Read more …]

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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 …]

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Nike Weightlifting Singlets from Rogue

Need a Weightlifting Singlet? Rogue has many options – from Nike. You’ve probably seen many trainees in the gym doing powerlifting or weightlifting. While you won’t see them wearing singlets in the gym, you probably would if you see them in competitions. They’re not very flattering to wear, but judges at weightlifting competitions need to see their legs clearly to assess them properly. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Weightlifting Singlets – Overview The singlet is an essential one-piece, tight-fitting athletic garment for sports like weightlifting, powerlifting, and wrestling. A singlet presents the judging panel with a clear view of your body. When you’re squatting at a competition, you are judged by how low you can go and the extent of your squat compared to your knees. Most singlets are composed of polyester, nylon, and lycra, making singlets very tight fitting. Sizing your singlet depends on factors like height, weight, rules of the corresponding federation, and personal preference. Most companies will give a powerlifting singlet size chart to assist you in choosing the proper [Read more …]

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Olympic Barbells from Force USA

Let’s review Olympic Barbells from Force USA. Olympic Weightlifting activities are a standard element in the strength and conditioning programs of amateur and professional athletes. It combines the use of two different lifts that expect the athlete to lift a weighted barbell from the platform to an overhead position in an explosive fashion. These two lifts are the Clean & Jerk and the Snatch, and they require a mixture of maximal strength and maximal speed. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Olympic Barbells from Force USA – Overview Force USA manufactures strength equipment guaranteed with the best quality that will save you years of trouble. All their products, including barbells, are produced in the USA and manufactured to satisfy strict quality standards required at every step of the production process. They offer various levels of weight training barbells for beginners and serious powerlifters. If you are looking for a barbell, some features should be thought of to ensure you are getting the right one. The first is the type of bar. Olympic Barbell is [Read more …]

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Nike Savaleos Weightlifting Shoe Review

Let’s review the new weightlifting shoe from Nike – the Savaleos. Nike launched latest weightlifting shoe on April 1st and we’ve now done our full review. Previous Nike weightlifting shoes were solely used for weightlifting, whereas Savaleos connects cross-training and weightlifting. This means you can use it in doing burpees and then head straight to deadlifts without changing your shoes. (Or so Nike claims) What’s the verdict? Read on to find out. Here are some of the styles that are available now: Let’s take a look at this new shoe. Nike Savaleos – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: What’s the bottom line? This shoe is great! It’s more affordable (as compared to the Romaleos) but still gets the job done. Overall it feels less clunky because it has slightly less heel raise (but still enough), it’s lighter, and it even has a tiny bit more cushion. Nike Savaleos – Overview In some ways, the Savaleos is comparable to the Nike Romaleos line as they are [Read more …]

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Rogue Lifting Belts

Let’s look at all the Rogue Lifting Belts. Contrary to what many think, lifting belts are not like a brace to support your torso, so your core muscles don’t have to. Lifting belts reinforce the abdominal muscle and can literally improve the use of the abs and lower-back muscles. It lessens strain on the lower back while you lift in an upright position, and it stops back hyperextension during overhead lifts. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Rogue Lifting Belts – Overview However, a lifting belt won’t replace the core activity, balance, and technical skills needed to properly perform weightlifting activities. Amateurs must work with a coach, particularly if they’re unsure how to maintain the body without a belt. Knowing how to use a lifting belt correctly can be empowering and can improve different muscle groups. Using it makes the lifter more conscious of their back’s position so they’ll know what muscles must be activated to have a good posture. But what lifting belts should you use? Finding the best lifting belt can be difficult [Read more …]

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Nike Savaleos New Weightlifting Shoe – First Look

Here’s the upcoming Nike Savaleos weightlifting shoe. It’s available NOW from Rogue Fitness. Word on the street is that it has less drop as compared to the Nike Romaleos 4 Oly lifter. Check out our full review of the Nike Savaleos weightlifting shoe.

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Nike Romaleos 4 AMP Weightlifting Shoe

Nike has launched the first ever AMP version of the Nike Romaleos 4 Olympic weightlifting shoe. What’s an AMP shoe? It’s a bold styling option – these are very unique colorways that are usually made in somewhat limited numbers. Beyond the bold design statement, the shoe looks and acts like a regular Nike Romaleos 4. 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: (NOTE: The Romaleos 4 AMP is identical to the regular Romaleos 4 shoe from a performance and features standpoint.) Nike Romaleos 4 AMP – Overview Let’s take a tour of what makes the AMP shoe special. We’ll explain the features of the shoe as we go. Nike Romaleos 4 Regular Versus AMP As we’ve mentioned, there’s no performance difference between the two shoes. The AMP colorway is just a bold style. Great for those that want to stand out from the crowd – and declare “I am not a robot.” [Read more …]

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Reebok Legacy Lifter II Weightlifting Shoe Review

Reebok launched the 2nd version of the Reebok Legacy Lifter weightlifting shoe on July 1st, 2020. It’s called the Reebok Legacy Lifter II Men’s Weightlifting Shoe. Let’s check it out – and find out what this shoe is all about. We’ll have a full hands-on review here shortly thereafter. How will this shoe compare to the previous Legacy Lifter, or the Nike Romaleos 4? We’ll have a side by side comparison too. Meanwhile, here are some of the styles that are coming: Let’s take a look. Reebok Legacy Lifter II Review – From our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Here’s our hands-on review from our YouTube channel: As you can see, this is a great Oly lifter for the year 2021 and beyond. Reebok Legacy Lifter II Weightlifting Shoe – Overview This is an Olympic weightlifting shoe. It’s got a tall heel raise. You could also describe this as having a lot of Heel to Toe Drop. How much? We don’t know yet – because Reebok hasn’t published the number. The original Legacy Lifter had a 22 [Read more …]

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Pinnacle Plates

There’s an amazing variety of stylish and functional bumper plates now – look at the Pinnacle Plates from Rep Fitness. REP Pinnacle Bumper Plates are made from crumb rubber and are fitting for both indoor and outdoor exercise, and can be utilized on various surfaces, including asphalt and grass. They are quieter with less bounce and durable enough to withstand anything you throw at it. Get serious about your Oly lifting with bumper plates: Pinnacle Plates – Overview Also called crumb rubber bumper plates, the REP Pinnacle Plates feature a remarkable, embossed, Colorado-inspired mountain design. Crumb rubber enables softer bounce than traditional bumpers and more excellent durability over time. They feature an incredibly accurate 1% weight tolerance. Pinnacle Plates are made in a thinner width than other recycled rubber plate designs to fit more weight on a barbell. They come in black with aesthetic, color-coded fleck and design for easy distinction of the weight. Gray – 10lbs White – 15lbs Green – 25lbs Yellow – 35lbs Blue – 45lbs Red – 55lbs Bumper plates are suitable for Olympic weightlifting and [Read more …]