What’s The Difference Between A Treadmill And A TreadClimber?
Old school treadmill vs. new school treadclimber. While both give effective cardio workouts, one may be better for you than the other.
Equip Your Gym
Learn all about the best equipment for your home gym.
Rep Fitness Open Trap Bar vs. The Competition. How Does It Stack Up?
The Rep Fitness open trap bar is fully featured, reasonably priced, and quite popular. But does it stack up to its competition?
5 Reasons Open Trap Bars Blow Away Conventional Models
Open trap bars seem to be popping up everywhere. Why? What makes them better and worth a lot more money than conventional options?
Can You Install a Treadmill Outside?
Training outdoors is amazing. The sun and fresh air add a whole new dimension. But is it safe to install your treadmill outside?
Rep Fitness Open Trap Bar. Does It Live Up To The Hype?
The new Rep Fitness Open Trap Bar has generated a ton of buzz and publicity. After over 6 months of regular use, here’s my honest opinion.
Do You Need to Subscribe to iFit to Use an iFit-Enabled Machine?
It seems like every cardion machine these days asks for a subscription fee. iFit is the most popular option, but is it worth it?
Surge Protectors. Yes or No For Your Treadmill And Other Cardio Machines?
Should you plug your treadmill, elliptical, or other cardio machines into the wall or a surge protector? And if a surge suppressor, what kind?
9 Months Using The SereneLife Portable Infrared Sauna – The Pros and Cons and Would I Buy One Again?
I used a SereneLife portable infrared sauna 3+ hours a week for 9 months. This is a complete review of this model and infrared sauna in general.
Rowing Machine Buying Guide – What To Look For When Buying a Rower
Picking out the perfect rowing machine for your garage gym can get complicated. So we wrote this guide to fix that!
Torque Fitness Magnetic Resistance Tank Sleds, Worth the Money or Not?
Torque Fitness sleds are more expensive than most people assume. But are they worth it? After eight months of daily use, I have the answer!
16 Reasons You Need A Sled In Your Garage Gym Today!
Sleds are taking the fitness world by storm, and with good reason! In fact, here are 16 reasons you should add a sled to your garage gym today!
Elliptical Buying Guide – What To Look For When Buying an Elliptical For Your Garage Gym
Looking for an elliptical? Not sure whether to spend $1000 or $5000? Make sure you get an elliptical you love with this comprehensive buying guide!
Treadmill Buying Guide – What To Look For When Buying a Treadmill For Your Garage Gym
It’s easy to spend a lot more money on a treadmill than you planned to. But you don’t have to if you know exactly what you do and don’t need.
Which Cardio Machine Burns The Most Calories?
Ever wonder which cardio machine burns the most calories? Wonder no longer!
Every Standard Garage Gym Barbell Explained w/ Pictures
Every standard, straight barbell available to buy explained in detail with diagrams, images, and use cases.
Nordic Track Select-A-Weight Dumbbell Review
Nordic Track Select-A-Weight adjustable dumbbells might be one of the best kept secrets in home gym dumbbells!
Barbell Rescue Review – Worth Your Money or Not?
There are a few things that belong in every home gym, and a barbell brush is one of them. Is the Barbell Rescue the right one for you?
Barbell Tensile Strength Explained. When It Matters and When It Doesn’t.
When you look at barbell tensile strength, how many PSI/KSI should your barbell be? Is bigger number really better? You might be surprised!
Do You Really Need Your Weight Bench to Decline?
Not sure if you need a weight bench that declines? A lot of people swear by them, but why? Do we really need this feature any more?
Is Bare Steel a Good Barbell Choice For Your Home Gym?
Buying a bare steel barbell is one way to save money when building your garage gym. But are the drawbacks worth the savings?
Stainless Steel Barbells. Worth The Cost or Not?
Stainless steel barbells are getting more popular every day. They have great looks, feel, and durability. But are they worth the money?
8 Reasons a Manual Treadmill Might Be Perfect For You
Manual treadmills are far less complex than their motorized counterparts and somehow much more expensive. Are they worth the price difference?
Technique Barbells. What They Are And When You Might Need One.
Technique barbells are one of many types of specialty barbell whose purpose might be a bit of a mystery to many garage gym owners.
Weight Plate Sizes. What to Buy and Which Ones to Skip.
Shopping for weight plates can be confusing. It is challenging to know exactly how much weight you need in total, but knowing what weight plate sizes to buy can also be tricky.
Is Cerakote The Best Barbell Finish? Read This Before You Buy!
Cerakote™ bars look amazing. Cool colors and designs can tempt us into spending more money. Sometimes it’s worth it, sometimes it’s not.