Sandbags are a great way to throw some variety into your workouts. I’m not talking about a few tiny sandbags either. I’m referring to a heavy sandbag that can hold up to 100 pounds. They can be used for lifting, carrying, pulling, pressing – you’re really only limited by your own creativity. If you know…
I’ve been training with Uesaka Bars and Bumpers on and off my entire life. I’ve been lucky enough to be a strength and conditioning coach at some high level D1 colleges. So, I’ve been really spoiled getting to train with top of the line equipment like Uesaka, Eleiko and Werksan. Up until now though, I…
At some point in all our lifting careers, we reach a point where we notice someone else in the gym wearing weightlifting shoes. Typically, this person is pretty skilled in their lifts and usually pretty strong to boot. At this moment we are confronted with two questions: what exactly do those shoes do and more…
Knowing how long gym equipment lasts is a really handy piece of information when it comes to planning out your garage gym. How long gym equipment lasts will directly affect your garage gym budget. After all, it’s pretty tough to buy new gym equipment if all your money is going toward replacing your current stuff….
Horse Stall Mats are one of the best, most cost-efficient flooring options for a garage gym. Horse Stall Mats are 3/4 inch thick, 4 x 6 foot rubber mats that are way cheaper than commercial gym flooring and just as good a job in a garage gym. I picked up my horse stall mats from…