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The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: 50+ Best Fitness Gifts Ideas in 2024
We’ve compiled the best fitness gifts for just about anyone in your life: beginners, weightlifters, runners, and tech junkies! Plus, find budget-friendly and stocking stuffer ideas.
Updated October 27, 2024
By Caroline Lubinsky
Holiday Deals
Gifts for Boxers (2024): Our Top Gift Ideas for Boxers
Shopping for a boxer in your life? From wrist wraps to recovery tools, we’ve found the best gifts for boxers that are sure to please.
Updated October 30, 2024
By Matt Dustin
Roundup
Gifts for Yoga Lovers: Give the Gift of Health and Wellness
Shopping for a yogi? We have the best gifts for yoga lovers, hand-picked by our fitness experts.
Updated October 14, 2024
By Lauren Strong
Holiday Deals
Gifts for Back Pain (2024): Top Picks to Relieve a Stiff Back
Looking for the best gifts for back pain? We’ve put together a guide that will help you find a gift that fits any budget.
Updated October 21, 2024
By Matt Dustin
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The Best Squat Racks for 2024—Our Top Picks After 500 Leg Days
The squat rack is the centerpiece of just about every home and garage gym in the world. As such, it should be versatile, durable, useful, and fit the space it will be used in. I have tested countless of today’s best options, putting them through heavy squats, bench presses, pull-ups (when applicable) and a number of other exercises. Based upon my use, experience, and community input, I’ve compiled the best power rack, half rack, squat stand, and fold-away squat rack for most people—including recommendations for various budgets.
Updated November 6, 2024
By Anthony O’Reilly CPT
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Improve Your Recovery with the 7 Best Infrared Saunas (2024)
An Olympian breaks down our picks for the best infrared saunas, all tested by fitness experts.
Updated October 28, 2024
By Caine Wilkes
Roundup
The Best Bumper Plates for 2024
After researching over 70 bumper plates and using 32 of them, we've determined that the best bumper plates for most people are the Fringe Sport Bumper Plates. The best competition bumper plates for most people are the Rogue Black Training Bumper Plates. Taking into consideration rubber used, durability, noise, appearance, price, warranty, and availability, these bumper plates will work well for any home gym, commercial gym, or CrossFit Affiliate.
Updated November 4, 2024
By Anthony O’Reilly CPT
Roundup
How to Pick the Best Creatine Supplement in 2024, According to Experts
Looking for the best creatine to add to your supplement regime? We’ve got the 15 top creatine products for muscle strength and size.
Updated November 4, 2024
By Nicole Davis
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OWYN Protein Shake Review (2024): A Vegan Protein Option That’s Good in a Pinch
In this Owyn Protein Shake review, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the pre-made drink so you can decide if you want to try it or skip it.
Updated October 28, 2024
By Lindsay Boyers
Review
Xebex Trekker Review (2024): Hike, Trek, or Sled Push On This Non-Motorized Treadmill
In our Xebex Trekker review we’ll explore the treadmill and sled push features on this reasonably priced machine.
Updated September 9, 2024
By Lauren Strong
Review
BRUTEforce UX1 Functional Trainer Review (2024): A Folding All-In-One Machine?
This all-in-one machine folds, making it versatile and compact, but is it worth its price tag? We’ll discuss it in our BRUTEforce UX1 Functional Trainer review.
Updated September 13, 2024
By Caine Wilkes
Review
Garmin vivoactive 5 Review (2024): Is This the Best Wearable Fitness Tracker for Beginners?
Is the latest in Garmin’s vivoactive 5 series the greatest? Read our Garmin vivoactive 5 review for all the fine details on this wearable tracker.
Updated October 15, 2024
By Erin Chancer
Guide Articles
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The Ultimate Expert-Verified Power Rack Attachments Guide (2024)
Want to know which power rack attachments are compatible with your setup? Check out our complete guide, approved by a certified personal trainer and coach.
Updated October 31, 2024
By Jacob Penner
Guide
Biggest Home Gym Mistakes
Building a home gym can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience; it can also quickly become one of the most frustrating and expensive endeavors you take on. There’s no right or wrong way to build your own home gym, many of the decisions and processes you pick come down to personal preference, however with this quick guide, you can ensure it goes as smoothly as possible.
Updated July 28, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
Guide
101 Home Gym Ideas, Tips, and Tricks
Over the years, we've compiled some of the most helpful home gym ideas as well as tips and tricks for making your gym, whether in your garage, basement, or spare bedroom a productive and enjoyable place to workout. Here are over 100 ideas you can use for your home gym. If these don't make you want to build one, we have no idea what will.
Updated August 24, 2023
By Cooper Mitchell
Guide
Building a Budget Home Gym from Titan Fitness
Titan Fitness is known for making budget-friendly home gym equipment. However, wading through the vast amount of equipment they sell and determining which is worth buying and which isn't can be difficult. We've used, arguably, more gear from Titan Fitness than anyone in the world (other than employees of the company) and are taking our experience as well as others to provide recommendations on the best equipment available from Titan.
Updated August 11, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
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DIY Squat Rack Guide
The Squat Rack is the centerpiece for just about every home gym in the world. However, some people don't have the money or desire to buy a pre-made option. This is where the DIY Squat Rack comes in…
Updated August 1, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
DIY
DIY Outdoor Weightlifting Platform and Rack
Having a home gym is one of the best parts of adulthood. But, something that can be even more fun is being able to workout outside. In steps the DIY Outdoor Weightlifting Platform and Rack. Enjoy this weekend project.
Updated July 22, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
DIY
DIY Crossover Symmetry System Replica
Crossover Symmetry is a program designed to strengthen the shoulder girdle leading to fewer injuries and an increase in lifts. This is how you can make your own DIY version.
Updated August 1, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
DIY
DIY Belt Squat Machine
The Belt Squat Machine is one of the most coveted pieces of gym equipment available today. Although there are many options, including those made by Westside Barbell, Pit Shark, Matt Wenning, and others, they're all pretty pricey. This DIY Belt Squat Machine requires no special skills and costs well under any other available options.
Updated July 22, 2022
By Cooper Mitchell
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Aviron Bike Review (2024): First Look And First Impressions
We’re taking a first look at the latest product release from Aviron. Spoiler alert: It’s not a new rowing machine. Find more details in our Aviron Bike review.
Updated September 13, 2024
By Lauren Strong
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Reebok Nano Gym Shoes Review (2024): All-In On An All-New Design
Our Reebok Nano Gym Shoes review features insight from a certified personal trainer who tested this versatile training shoe for lifting, cardio, and more.
Updated August 19, 2024
By Stephen Sheehan
Review
Rogue Mace Review (2024): A First Look At This Overbuilt Loadable Mace
Coop unboxed Rogue’s new stainless steel club and took it for a couple of swings. We’ll break down his first look and initial impressions in our Rogue Mace review.
Updated September 12, 2024
By Caine Wilkes
Review
Concept2 myrow Review (2024): Elevating the RowErg With Modern Technology
In this Concept2 myrow review, a certified personal trainer breaks down everything you need to know about this tool created specifically for Concept2 rowers.
Updated October 14, 2024
By Amanda Dvorak