STEPR Stair Climber Review - Best Compact Stepmill

STEPR Stair Climber Review: The Best Compact Stepmill?

This is an exhaustive review of the STEPR Stair Climber, a fully connected and compact stair climber designed for the convenience of in-home fitness. Think of it like Peleton but for stair climbing. I’ve spent a lot of time testing the STEPR using a variety of workout styles to bring you an honest, in-depth, comprehensive … Read more

Black Friday Gym Equipment Deals

Black Friday, Cyber Monday & Holiday Gym Equipment Deals for 2023

NOTE: As of 1/16/23, I am no longer updating these deals as nearly all sales have ended. Stay tuned for 2024 Black Friday gym equipment deals! I’ve compiled all 2023 Black Friday gym equipment deals as well as Cyber Monday and extended Holiday deals from the top brands! I’ve reached out to a ton of … Read more

Best Safety Squat Bars

7 Best Safety Squat Bars to Buy in 2024: SSB Buying Guide

I’ll tell you what the best safety squat bars are so you can elevate your home gym arsenal. I’ll dissect the top safety squat bars (SSBs) available today. Moreover, I’ll arm you with the essential know-how to make an informed decision when picking out a safety squat bar. Starting from a pool of 20+ safety … Read more

A7 PAL Lever Belt Review

A7 PAL Lever Belt Review: Is It the Best IPF-Approved Belt?

In this A7 PAL Lever Belt review, I’ll tell you all about this popular lifting belt, starting with a summary of its most noteworthy features: This A7 PAL Lever Belt review aims to provide an objective and comprehensive evaluation of the belt, covering its specifications, performance, pros and cons, and comparisons to popular alternatives like … Read more

PowerBlock Knurled Handles Review

PowerBlock Knurled Handles Review: Aggressive Steel Grips

One of the most common critiques I’ve heard about PowerBlocks dumbbells over the years is that they don’t offer knurled handle grips. Many small fabricators have done well selling compatible knurled grips to fill the demand. But guess what? This is no longer an issue because there are now PowerBlock Knurled Handles made by PowerBlock. … Read more

Best Weight Benches

The 18 Best Weight Benches to Buy in 2024

In this comprehensive guide, I’ll review the best weight benches on the market and dissect the features that set them apart. On top of that, I’ll arm you with everything you need to know when purchasing a weight bench. Through rigorous research and analysis, I evaluated 50+ weight benches before narrowing it down to the … Read more

Best Trap Bars

The 9 Best Trap Bars to Buy in 2024

Are you searching for the best trap bar for your home gym? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, I’ll review the best trap bars on the market and tell you what makes them stand out. Plus, I’ll teach you exactly what to look for when buying a trap bar. I researched and analyzed 30+ … Read more

Best Curl Bars

The 12 Best Curl Bars to Buy in 2024

In this guide, I’ll discuss the best curl bars on the market and how to choose one that suits your needs. I analyzed and reviewed 12 of the best curl bars and found the Rep Curl Bar to be the best curl bar overall. Why is the Rep Curl Bar the best curl bar? Because … Read more

A7 Hourglass Rigor Mortis Knee Sleeves Review

A7 Hourglass Rigor Mortis Knee Sleeves Review

I recently tested out the new A7 Hourglass Rigor Mortis knee sleeves and it was quite the experience. These knee sleeves offer a well-priced knee sleeve option for serious powerlifters who want to maximize knee support and performance on squats. To preface this review, let me say that these are my first and only pair … Read more

VITRUVE Encoder Review - VBT Device

Vitruve Encoder Review: Is This VBT Device Worth It?

In this Vitruve Encoder review, I’ll tell you everything you need to know about this popular velocity based training (VBT) device. The Vitruve Encoder is a linear position transducer (LPT) that you can tether to your barbell or your body. It captures velocity and related data for every repetition you perform and displays that data … Read more