Slam Balls
Gym Equipment

Slam Balls

What is a Slam Ball? From the name itself, you can tell that slam balls are meant for slamming. They are weighted, rubber-coated balls that can be used in various exercises to tone and condition your muscles. They have thicker exteriors, making them perfect for high-impact throwing/slamming exercises. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Slam Balls – Overview Aside from slamming them, you can also throw, toss, hold, carry, and rotate them. They are a fantastic tool for training explosive power and enhancing conditioning. Slam balls are made from thick rubber, packed with sand, and have an air valve that discharges pressure to stop bursting. They’re intended to be slammed thousands of times without tearing and generally have a soft, shifting feel. Practically anyone can do slams with a slam ball. They are a very easy movement to execute that can be done with minimal skill yet still performed correctly under high levels of exhaustion and stress. The main target of slam dials is your core strength. While lifting the ball over your head [Read more …]

Wall Balls
Gym Equipment

Wall Balls

Let’s look at Wall Balls. We’re going to provide an overview of several different products, available from several manufacturers. The wall ball exercise is a functional, full-body movement that you can incorporate into any cardiovascular or strength workout. This exercise is commonly done as part of a CrossFit workout. But because of the outcomes it provides, this exercise is now an accessory in most fitness facilities. Here are some of the wall balls we are going to look at. We’re also going to look at Wall Ball accessories – like targets, and more. Wall Balls – Overview Wall balls are different from medicine balls and slam balls. Wall balls are generally made of vinyl, with a padded outer layer that makes them easier to catch. They come in a diversity of weights, varying from about 6 to 20 pounds. Wall ball exercises will test your cardio beyond what you’re presumably used to, and you’ll gain some serious shoulder and leg strength. The whole body takes a whipping with wall balls. The squat part of the exercise concentrates on the lower-body [Read more …]

Jacobs Ladder
Gym Equipment

Jacobs Ladder

Let’s describe the Jacobs Ladder gym equipment models – which you can get from Rogue Fitness. If you find treadmills boring, then you might enjoy Jacobs Ladder. The Jacobs Ladder is a ladder-like machine angled at 40 degrees with a simple design that demands and challenges you to climb its never-ending bars. This is a fun way to work out and benefit both the upper and the lower body at the same time. Is this a treadmill? Is this a ladder or cardio climber? It’s a little bit of both – we’ll describe the advantages of this workout device in this article. Here’s the models currently available: Jacobs Ladder – Overview The Jacobs ladder was mentioned in a study by the LSU School of Kinesiology as a “scientifically superior workout” to traditional treadmills. It has been frequently incorporated into the training programs of professional and collegiate sports teams, police and fire departments, military bases and academies, and numerous personal gyms, large and small. Pushing yourself hard enough on a Jacobs Ladder burns more calories and gives you more fun than [Read more …]

Deadlift Bar Jacks
Gym Equipment

Deadlift Bar Jacks

Let’s review Deadlift Bar Jacks from Rogue. The deadlift has many benefits, and it is one of the best exercises that you can do to build muscles and increase cardio endurance. But loading and unloading the bar can be a major nuisance. To make your life a lot easier, Deadlift Bar Jacks are made. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Rogue Deadlift Bar Jack Minireview Here’s a review of the Deadlift Bar Jack from Rogue: Deadlift Bar Jack – Overview Deadlifting is raising a loaded barbell up and putting it back down. The deadlift will challenge and test your strength and durability, and in challenging you, you’ll gain more strength and stamina. Regular training of deadlifts will benefit you in everyday life as it is also a form of functional fitness. A deadlift bar jack may not be in your mind when it comes to fitness equipment but if you are in weightlifting and regularly load and unload plates, getting a bar jack is an excellent idea to save you time. Rogue Fitness manufactures [Read more …]

Nike Savaleos New Weightlifting Shoe – First Look
CrossFit Shoes

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.

Nike Metcon 6 Premium Training Shoe Review
CrossFit Shoes

Nike Metcon 6 Premium Training Shoe Review

Let’s review the new Nike Metcon 6 Premium from Nike. Others call it the most functional training shoe on the market, while others call it the most breathable superior training shoe out there. Nike simply calls it Metcon 6 Premium. What else is different with the Premium? It’s $10 over the normal edition, but functionally it’s the same. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Let’s dive in. Nike Metcon 6 Premium – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Nike Metcon 6 Premium – Overview The Nike Metcon 6 Premium is purely a style enhancement to the Metcon 6. But that’s OK – it’s an excellent CrossFit training shoe. If you are thinking of getting just one exceptional training shoe for everything at the gym or in a CrossFit WOD, it should be the Metcon 6. It is a great training shoe with a uniquely adaptable and breathable form. The most significant transformation has come in the frame of a much better [Read more …]

Nike Romaleos 4 Review
CrossFit Shoes

Nike Romaleos 4 Review

Let’s review the newest color way of the Nike Romaleos 4. Rogue has a great selection of weightlifting shoes – including the Romaleos 4. Nike came up with another groundbreaking sports innovation with the Romaleos 4, a training shoe created for strength and stability. It features a supportive midsole and a wide, flat outsole, and adjustable straps at the midfoot. The Nike Romaleos are the most outstanding squat shoe in the world of powerlifting. Here’s some of the styles that are available now: Nike Romaleos 4 – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: All the different versions of the Romaleos 4 (including the AMP model) perform in a similar fashion. Nike Romaleos 4 – Overview Look forward to pain-free training as Romaleos 4 brings better overall comfort with this pair of bad boys. It is a little heavier on the feet than the previous version, which boosts more power in your lifting and squatting. It has a modern and stylish design with different colors of deep [Read more …]

Reebok Nano X iO Training Shoes Review
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Reebok Nano X iO Training Shoes Review

Let’s review the new Nano X iO Training Shoes from Reebok. What does iO stand for? Inside Out. See the “tag” on the heel? Change the way you do your workout training with Reebok’s new Nano X iO Training Shoes. Aside from being comfortable, it is also light as feather as if they’re not on. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at. Don’t like the inside/out look? There’s other versions available too. Nano X iO Training Shoes – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel. This is not about the iO specifically -but rather the regular Nano X – which is an excellent CrossFit WOD shoe. Please note that the basic performance characteristics of the iO should be the same as the regular Nano X. It’ll be a great shoe for the CrossFit WOD – barbell lifts, Oly lifting, box jumps, jump rope, sprinting, and more. Nano X iO Training Shoes – Overview These Reebok Nano X iO Training Shoes take an exemplary [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 6 AMP Review – Black/Metallic Pewter/Ice
CrossFit Shoes

Nike Metcon 6 AMP Review – Black/Metallic Pewter/Ice

Let’s review the new Metcon 6 AMP from Nike. Created to conquer the insanity of heavy weighted and high-intensity workouts, the Nike Metcon 6 AMP will definitely produce noticeable fitness results with cooler sessions. This version is more breathable than Metcon 5 and has a lightweight mesh that improves airflow – an exceptional feature of this model. This version of the AMP shoe eschews the perforated upper of the regular Metcon 6 – but has a pretty slick substitute instead. Here’s some of the styles that are available now: Metcon 6 AMP – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video review from our YouTube channel: You may also want to check out the other AMP versions that Nike has made. Want to know more about what makes the Nike Metcon 6 AMP different? Metcon 6 AMP – Overview What’s new in the Nike Metcon 6 AMP? The Metcon 6 has a total redesign upper that boosts airflow and breathability which makes it 18% more breathable than its older sibling. For this [Read more …]

Reebok Wonder Woman Nano Training Shoes First Look
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Reebok Wonder Woman Nano Training Shoes First Look

Reebok is releasing a Wonder Woman Nano Training Shoe – this unique colorway pays homage to the ultimate female super hero. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Reebok Nano X – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? While we wait for the Unknown to drop, check out this video from our YouTube channel: We have high expectations for this shoe. The Reebok Nano X was a runner-up in our Best CrossFit Shoes for 2021 review. Reebok Wonder Woman Nano Training Shoe – Overview Reebok Wonder Woman Nano Training Shoe – In Summary The Wonder Woman Nano Training Shoe is a bold new style of the Nano X – the 10th version of Reebok’s CrossFit WOD shoe. It’s got a bold, unique look, but underneath it’s the same high performance Nano training shoe you’d expect. Want more Nano X options? Check out our Nano X Unknown Training Shoe Review. Photo Credits Some product photos on this page are property of Reebok. This website is not affiliated or associated with CrossFit, [Read more …]