Nike Metcon 5 for Women
CrossFit Shoes

Nike Metcon 5 – CrossFit Training Shoe for Women – Black/White/University Red/Metallic Gold

Now that the Nike Metcon 6 is out – the Metcon 5 is getting hard to find – but Rogue Fitness still has the Metcon 5 for sale. Here’s a close-up look at Nike’s most stable and durable Metcon shoe yet – The Nike Metcon 5 for Women. This is Black/White/University Red/Metallic Gold (Style: AO2982-076), and it looks sweet. Not only is it stable and durable, it is also the most tuned Metcon training shoe yet. What do you get with the Nike Metcon 5 for women? It has specific stability for heavy lifting (squats, deadlifts, and Oly lifting). But it also has traction made for speed, and durability where you need it – thanks to it’s “zoned” durability. There’s also a small drop-in wedge called a “Hyperlift”. This insert (which is also compatible with all prior versions of the Metcon) will give you an additional 6mm of heel to toe drop (for a total of 10mm in the women’s shoe.) What are these good for? Think heel raise for easier squats, wall balls, and pistols. This is your secret [Read more …]

Reebok Nano 9 Men's Cross Training Shoe for CrossFit in White / Matte Gold / Pure Grey 2
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Reebok Nano 9 – New Style for March 2020 – White / Matte Gold / Pure Grey 2

It’s that time again – Reebok is launching new colorways of the Reebok Nano 9 for March 1st, 2020. Here’s White / Matte Gold / Pure Grey 2 for Women (Product code FV6073) And here’s White / Matte Gold / Pure Grey 2 for Men (Product code: FV6074) Here’s where you can get these shoes (They go on sale March 1st, 2020): What’s so great about the Reebok Nano 9? It’s the shoe that combines performance in the WOD with all-day wearability. It was also built for the CrossFit community, by the CrossFit community – and you can see that it proudly bears the CrossFit name. The Nano 9 was re-engineered to take your training outdoors and in the real world – and not just in the box. This version of the shoe has a Flexweave upper – that’s the part that covers your foot. It is a light-weight synthetic material that uses a figure-8 weave to provide both toughness and breathability. This version of the shoe (as compared to the Reebok Nano 8) has a midsole that offers additional [Read more …]

Quarter view of the Reebok Nano 9 Men's CrossFit Training Shoe in Black/White/Vivid Orange
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Reebok Nano 9 CrossFit Training Shoe – New Colorways for February

Reebok has launched two new colorways of their potent training shoe – the Reebok Nano 9. The new colorways are BLACK / FLUID BLUE / LEMON GLOW for women … and BLACK / WHITE / VIVID ORANGE for men. What’s special about the Reebok Nano 9? For starters, it’s the only shoe that can wear the CrossFit name. You can see it’s right on the heel. This is the 9th iteration of the Nano – and that means they have come pretty close to perfecting this design. It has a relatively low-profile 4mm heel to toe drop. That means your heel is about 4 mm higher than your toes. This means it is a very versatile shoe- and you can use it for running, jumping, lifting, climbing, and more. (In other words, it’s perfect for the CrossFit WOD.) The upper is made from Reebok’s FlexWeave material – it’s tough but breathable because it is woven into a figure 8 pattern (there’s a breathable mesh underneath.) CrossFit athletes need to be able to climb ropes – and the Reebok Nano 9 [Read more …]

Heel view of the Reebok Nano 9 Men's CrossFit Training Shoe in BLACK / COLD GREY 7 / POSH PINK
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Reebok Nano 9 – CrossFit Trainers for Men and Women – New Colorways 2020

The Reebok Nano 9 is the official CrossFit training shoe of 2019 and 2020. As the name suggests, this is the 9th iteration of the Reebok shoe for CrossFit. And we have to tell you – it’s really good. From the tough FlexWeave upper, to the stable heel, to the generous toebox – it’s an all around fantastic cross trainer. And – Reebok has some of the coolest color options around – here’s a look at one that’s brand new for 2020. The Women’s color combo is Black / Seaport Teal and Posh Pink. Men get a variation on this theme too – this is Black / Cold Grey 7 / Posh Pink. Best of all? Both are available now. Let’s take a close-up look at fantastic new color combo – and while we’re at it – we’ll also explain what makes this the best CrossFit training shoe you can buy. Photo Credits The product photos on this page are property of Reebok, Inc. This website is not affiliated or associated with CrossFit, Inc. CrossFit is a registered trademark of [Read more …]

Top view of the New Nike Free x Metcon 2 Women's Cross Trainer - U Complete Me for Valentine's Day
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New Nike Free x Metcon 2 Women’s Cross Trainer – U Complete Me for Valentine’s Day

Here’s another great colorway of the Nike Free x Metcon 2. This is the “U Complete Me” edition – just in time for Valentine’s Day. Let’s take a look. Shown: White/Iced Lilac/Black/Noble Red Style: CD8526-166 Photo Credits Photos in this article are property of Nike, Inc.

Side view of the Nike Metcon 5 Women's Cross Training Shoe - U Complete Me
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Nike Metcon 5 Women’s Cross Training Shoe for CrossFit – U Complete Me for Valentine’s Day

Now that the Nike Metcon 6 is out – the Metcon 5 is getting hard to find – but Rogue Fitness still has the Metcon 5 for sale. Just in time for Valentine’s Day – Nike is dropping another hot colorway of the Nike Metcon 5. This is a women’s shoe – and they are calling it the “U Complete Me” colorway or (Black/Pistachio Frost/White/Noble Red.) Let’s take a look. Shown: Black/Pistachio Frost/White/Noble Red Style: AO2982-066 Photo Credits The product photos in this article are property of Nike, Inc.

Reebok Nano 9 - Red/White/Blue
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New Reebok Nano 9 for Men and Women – Red/White/Blue

The Reebok Nano 9 is an excellent CrossFit shoe for the year 2020. And we fully expect that Reebok will launch the Reebok Nano 10 this year. But while we wait, Reebok is still churning out some great looking color combinations of this shoe. Shortly, they’ll have two new flavors of Red, White, and Blue. And there’s a unique style for men and women. The Women’s style is White / Radiant Red / Blue Blast (product code: FV5912) The Men’s style is White / Collegiate Navy / Primal Red (product code: FV5908) Let’s take a close look here – and we’ll tell you why these are such great CrossFit training shoes as we go. Reebok Nano 9 Red/White/Blue – Women’s CrossFit Training Shoe Reebok Nano 9 Red/White/Blue – Men’s CrossFit Training Shoe Photo Credits Photos in this article are property of Reebok, Inc.

UA Meridian Workout Leggings for Women
Workout Leggings

Under Armour Launches New Workout Leggings – UA Meridian

Let’s look at the new UA Meridian Leggings. What’s the feature women want most in their workout leggings? Softness. That’s just one of the findings that Under Armour investigated while creating their new line of workout leggings – UA Meridian. These are hot – get them now at Under Armour.com (We are an affiliate): These are the bottoms that make working out feel good. For active women, leggings are a closet staple in their wardrobe. But, you’ll find there are different types of leggings – for different situations. So-called “chill leggings” are meant strictly for around the house wear. They are super comfortable – but not for the active woman. In contrast “yoga leggings” have forgiving stretch that will hold up to any yoga move. And for CrossFit style workouts (functional fitness) you need “high-intensity leggings” – that can stay put in the right place while you move around. But what if there were one versatile bottom that could support a woman through all these movements? So, while soft, comfy bottoms are a woman’s #1 choice – they are often [Read more …]

UA Infinity Bra - Sports Bra for the Gym
Workout Apparel

Under Armour Launches Innovative New Sports Bra – The Infinity Bra

21cm – that’s a lot. And that is how much the female breast can potentially move during exercise. And here’s an even more shocking fact – did you know that wearing the wrong sports bra during exercise can cause permanent damage? Under Armour is tackling these issues head on by changing the sports bra game with a new innovation. The new Infinity Bra from UA will address both of those issues and function to support women’s unique bodies and needs. How did Under Armour develop this phenomenal new piece of workout gear? They combined the insights from their and applied science and testing team with those from a breast health expert to evolve the sports bra. Breast health expert Dr. Joanna Scurr from the University of Portsmouth helped with the design and test. The UA Infinity Bra is destined to be a perfectly fitting bra – designed for women’s bodies. It’s a new approach, done in a new way. Historically, sports bras are created by utilizing two perfect breast shaped cups from a flat piece of padding. Instead, The UA [Read more …]