You probably already know that squatting is one of the most important exercises for building strength. If you’re looking to build or upgrade a home gym, a squat rack will probably be your most significant—and most expensive—purchase. A rack of...
For many lifters, bench press day is one of the most exciting workouts of the week. However, getting into the gym and finding every bench is taken can be a buzzkill. To avoid waiting around, and to make lifting as...
Building a home gym is a great way to eliminate excuses and make sure you always have an excellent environment for training. No more waiting for the squat rack. Whether you’re at the planning stage or adding to an existing...
Picture this. You’re in the gym and about to go for a deadlift PR. You set up at the bar, take a deep breath and brace, push through your feet, pull and…the bar slips from your hands. Despite feeling like...
You already know that squats are one of the best exercises you can do. They target multiple muscle groups, including glutes, quads, hamstrings, and core. And as part of the ‘big 3’ lifts, they’re essential for strength athletes. But while...
Wrist wraps are supportive accessories used in weightlifting, powerlifting, and other strength training activities.The primary purpose of wrist wraps is to limit the range of motion in the wrist joint and provide extra support to the ligaments and tendons. This...
Let’s face it – becoming a lifter doesn’t require much equipment. Many of us have gotten by with a pair of old shorts, a tattered T-shirt, and a rusty barbell. But as you grow in strength and begin to take...
When it comes to strength training, there's simply no magic formula. No piece of equipment will instantly transform your training and help you bypass the hard work required to make strength gains. However, there are some pieces of equipment that...
This is a guest blog post from our friend Emilio Troiano, the head of WTA - Functional Training Academy. All about the Steel Mace Bell: historical origins, technical characteristics and most importantly: what exercises to perform What is the Steel Mace...
