Category: Equipment Guides

Here you’ll find our main guides on gym equipment for your home or garage gym. Brand comparisons, common issues, and how to make the best choices.

Best Budget Olympic Barbell Under $200 (2022)
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Best Budget Olympic Barbell Under $200 (2022)

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Best Budget Olympic Barbell Under $200 (2022)

By David Kiesling|2022-05-12T11:16:38-07:00May 12th, 2022|Categories: Equipment Guides, Most Popular|Tags: barbells, budget, CAP Barbell, Rep Fitness, Rogue Fitness|24 Comments

The 3 Types of Barbell Knurling and What It Means for Your Grip
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The 3 Types of Barbell Knurling and What It Means for Your Grip

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The 3 Types of Barbell Knurling and What It Means for Your Grip

By David Kiesling|2022-05-12T08:01:58-07:00May 6th, 2022|Categories: Equipment Guides|Tags: barbells, Crossfit, powerlifting, weightlifting|2 Comments

Machined Weight Plates Comparison 2022
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Machined Weight Plates Comparison 2022

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Machined Weight Plates Comparison 2022

By David Kiesling|2022-05-02T09:31:29-07:00April 22nd, 2022|Categories: Equipment Guides|Tags: Bells of Steel, Hansu Power, Ivanko, olympic weights, powerlifting, Rogue Fitness, Strength Co, Troy Barbell, weight plates, York Barbell|10 Comments

List of USA Made Dumbbells
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List of USA Made Dumbbells

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List of USA Made Dumbbells

By David Kiesling|2022-02-04T22:24:49-07:00December 7th, 2021|Categories: Equipment Guides|Tags: dumbbells, USA made|3 Comments

Best Crossfit Barbells Under $350
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Best Crossfit Barbells Under $350

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Best Crossfit Barbells Under $350

By David Kiesling|2021-09-09T08:59:31-07:00September 9th, 2021|Categories: Equipment Guides|Tags: barbells, Bells of Steel, Crossfit, FringeSport, Rep Fitness, Rogue Fitness, Wright Equipment|8 Comments

Bumper Plates FAQ
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Bumper Plates FAQ

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Bumper Plates FAQ

By David Kiesling|2021-07-29T10:22:00-07:00July 28th, 2021|Categories: Equipment Guides|Tags: bumper plates|0 Comments

The Ultimate Guide to Jerk Blocks for Olympic Weightlifting
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The Ultimate Guide to Jerk Blocks for Olympic Weightlifting

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The Ultimate Guide to Jerk Blocks for Olympic Weightlifting

By David Kiesling|2022-05-12T11:24:34-07:00July 22nd, 2021|Categories: Equipment Guides|Tags: DC Concepts, FringeSport, jerk blocks, Rogue Fitness, Titan Fitness|2 Comments

How Much Does a Hex (Trap) Bar Weigh?
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How Much Does a Hex (Trap) Bar Weigh?

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How Much Does a Hex (Trap) Bar Weigh?

By David Kiesling|2022-05-12T11:25:55-07:00July 15th, 2021|Categories: Equipment Guides, Hidden|Tags: deadlift, hex bars, specialty bars|0 Comments

How Much Does an EZ Curl Bar Weigh?
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How Much Does an EZ Curl Bar Weigh?

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How Much Does an EZ Curl Bar Weigh?

By David Kiesling|2022-05-12T11:27:43-07:00July 12th, 2021|Categories: Equipment Guides, Hidden|Tags: specialty bars|2 Comments

A Home Gym Upstairs: How to Not Break the Floor
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A Home Gym Upstairs: How to Not Break the Floor

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A Home Gym Upstairs: How to Not Break the Floor

By David Kiesling|2021-07-16T11:47:26-07:00July 10th, 2021|Categories: Equipment Guides|Tags: deadlift, flooring, power racks, safety|7 Comments