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Best Tib Bars

Best Tib Bars (2024): Single & Double Leg Options

James de Lacey

Tib bars are relatively new and not well-known pieces of gym equipment, but if you are into team sports like football, basketball, volleyball, or rugby, this simple device may hide the key to better performance and fewer knee and ankle injuries. A tib bar’s task is simple: It allows you to do weighted tib raises … Read more

Best Trap Bar

These Are The Best Open & Closed Trap Bars In 2024

James de Lacey

Not so long ago, trap bars were found only in commercial gyms and used mostly by athletes who needed to deadlift but wanted to avoid the extra back strain. With the appearance of open trap bars and decent budget hex bars, they have become much more common in home gyms. But having more options available … Read more

Improve Your Sleep Game!

Eric Curry

In this weeks sports science news, sleep protocols, the power of body language, is MyJump2 accurate on a sand surface?

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports

Eric Curry

In this weeks sports science news, RED-S, bumper vs iron weight plates, and eccentric strength training “cheat sheet”

Best Weightlifting Shoes

We Tested The Best Weightlifting Shoes In 2024 (Olympic Lifting, Squats, & More)

James de Lacey

Do you need weightlifting shoes? Not necessarily. But if you are serious about hitting new PRs or competing in Olympic Weightlifting, you need Weightlifting shoes. I’ve been a National level competitive Weightlifter, and my wife is an International medalist, having competed in Olympic Weightlifting at the elite level for 20 years. Safe to say, we’ve … Read more

Best Squat Rack

We Tested The Best Home Gym Squat Racks (2024): Budget, & More

James de Lacey

The squat rack is one of three pieces of gym equipment you should never skimp on. The other two are quality barbells and bumper plates (if you’re Weightlifting). But finding the right power rack to fit into your home gym space can be a menace. I’ve done it. So, I understand the pain points of … Read more

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