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The Complete Guide to Mobility Tools

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You’re sore. Your muscles are tight. You can’t lock your arms out overhead, and it’s challenging to sit down in a squat all the way. It sounds like your mobility is suffering! Here’s the good news: There are all sorts of mobility tools to help improve your range of motion. And this stuff matters because mobility is important in preventing injury.

So, let’s talk about some of your options. What mobility tools and equipment can help you improve and maintain your mobility? Keep scrolling!

A to Z Mobility: 9 Tools to Help You Recover and Stay Healthy

All of these mobility tools are unique and offer their own benefits. Let’s go through them one by one.

1. Crossover Symmetry

Crossover Symmetry focuses specifically on the shoulder area — including the rotator cuff and scapular plane. It not only teaches you how to activate these muscles but also builds strength. With consistency, it improves your overhead strength, stability, and mobility.

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Another benefit of Crossover Symmetry is that it’s quick and efficient. Even five minutes of it can reap rewards.

2. Foam Rollers

We can’t sing the praises of foam rolling enough. It’s a gentle form of myofascial release that helps muscles relax, reduces soreness, and improves mobility. You can use a foam roller just about anywhere, from your calves and hamstrings to your back and quads.

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Note that there are different types of foam rollers. For example, some have a smooth surface while others are textured or bumpy. Similarly, some are firmer than others, meaning you’re going to experience a more intense feeling.

3. Lacrosse Balls

For those harder-to-reach areas that a foam roller just can’t hit, you might find a lacrosse ball more suitable. Because they’re more firm, they’re perfect for getting knots and other trigger points that a foam roller just can’t tackle.

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Pro tip: Try using a lacrosse ball to roll out your feet. It doesn’t just feel amazing — it can also help improve your ankle mobility. Your feet go through nonstop wear and tear and have a huge job to do. We need to pay more attention to them!

4. Mini Bands

If you want to target your hip flexors or activate your glutes, mini bands are the way to go. Clamshells, banded squats, monster walks, hip bridges, and beyond — there’s no end to how you can mobilize and strengthen with a mini band.

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This mobility tool is compact and versatile, making it the perfect training buddy. Remember that there are different “levels” of bands. If they’re narrower or thinner, they’re going to provide less resistance, meaning they’ll be easier to use. Thicker or wider bands will be the opposite.

5. Muscle Rollers

Muscle rollers provide another type of myofascial release similar to foam rollers. However, in the case of a muscle rolling stick, you hold it in your hands and thus have a little more control. It’s great for targeting tight quads, or you can turn over and ask a buddy to roll out your calves, hammies, and bum!

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6. Posture Medic

Guess what? You’re probably slouching. Excessive sitting and poor posture can wreak havoc on your body, leading to tightness in the hip flexors, lower back, and pecs specifically. Try training like that and you’re basically asking for an injury. Posture Medic retrains your body to sit and stand with the proper alignment.

As you re-learn how to align your body the right way, you’ll carry this into your training. Eventually, you’ll find that movements like split jerks and overhead squats feel a little bit more comfortable.

7. Resistance Bands

There’s no end to the benefits of resistance band training. Similar to mini bands, full-sized resistance bands are a low-impact yet challenging way to target smaller muscles that might otherwise be ignored. Incorporating bands into your warm-ups, cool-downs, or active recovery days works the muscles without pushing them to the point of total exertion. They’re awesome for targeting weaknesses, improving balance across your left and right planes, and boosting mobility.

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Not sure where to start? Try these five back exercises with resistance bands!

8. Scraping Tools

Scraping tools might be a lesser-known mobility tool, but they deserve a spot in your gym bag regardless. Muscle scraping helps to break up hardened and tight fascia so that your range of motion improves. It also improves blood circulation, decreases pain and soreness, and promotes healing.

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This is a quick one! Scrape the targeted spot for about 15 to 30 seconds before moving on. And always scrape in one direction. Redness is normal! You can scrape every day but if you’re still sore or irritated, give yourself a day or two to recover in between sessions.

9. Trigger Point Therapy

Trigger points are areas of sensitive and tight muscle fibers that result from injury or overuse. If left unaddressed, this can progress into myofascial pain syndrome. Trigger point therapy can utilize a variety of tools, Like Armaid and the Acucurve Cane.

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3 Tips for Using Your Mobility Tools

Now that you know more about some of the best mobility tools, let’s cap this off with a few practical guidelines.

1. Do it Consistently

While many of these mobility tools can bring nearly instant results, you need to use them regularly in order to maintain those results. Make a little time for mobility every day, if possible.

2. If it Hurts, Stop

Yes, mobility exercises can get uncomfortable. But if you’re experiencing significant pain, stop and reassess. It’s also a good idea to grab your coach or a physical therapist and ask for guidance. Pain is usually indicative of something bigger, and you shouldn’t ignore or suffer through it.

3. Be Willing to Test Different Things

Your mobility toolkit might include a few different things. You might prefer a foam roller for your calves and a mini band for your hips. Be open to testing and trying different things, because that’s the only way to learn.

Ready to take control of your mobility? Check out The WOD Life’s full range of recovery tools today.

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The Beaster Man is Coming to TWL

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Our Beaster sale has arrived, and now’s your chance to get some of your favorite products at discounted prices — up to 60% off. Whether you need to stock up on shoes or apparel, equipment or gear, we’ve got you covered. While our Beaster sale is widespread, here are a few great picks we wanted to point out.

The WOD Life’s 2022 Beaster Sale

Here’s what we’ve got cooking this Beaster. Hop your way over and shop now!

Shoes

Grab top training shoes from Nike, Reebok, Adidas, Inov-8, and Under Armour, all at special prices. The Reebok Nano X1 is always a sure bet. This shoe has been perfected by athletes and is designed for anyone who wants to train hard. The Nano is known for its FloatRide Energy Foam, which provides lightweight cushioning and a more responsive ride. The Flexweave® knit upper is breathable but durable and gives extra support for multidirectional movement.

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We’re also huge fans of the Nike Metcon 7. It’s the gold standard for weight training, with its wide, flat heel — tough, stable, and durable. But don’t count it out for cardio! The React foam provides the comfort you need for high-intensity metcons. And let’s not forget the revamped rubber that wraps up your arch to give you a better grip during rope climbs. Plus, the rubber tread means you’re ready to train on any surface, from the gym floor to the pavement.

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Gear and Accessories

You’re going to need a quality, smooth-spinning speed rope if you want to perfect your double-unders. One of our go-tos is the Revo speed rope. Its perfectly balanced handles and free-spinning, efficient bearings mean that it’s got a quick, frictionless whip. Plus, the external dual-axis bearing allows for a larger cable departure angle with less stress on the cable. In other words, it offers a more efficient rotation, so you don’t have to work as hard. The rope is easily adjustable to your height, guaranteeing you a perfect fit. No more whip marks on your legs!

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When you’re training someplace that doesn’t have a timer on the wall, you’re going to need your own. That’s where the Tiny Timer by James Newbury comes in handy — perfect for training while traveling or when you’re at home. The magnetic mount means you can easily attach it to a rig, whiteboard, or anything else magnetic. And it comes with a fully adjustable tripod, charging cable, and remote that works up to 30 feet away. Since it’s compact, you can always put it in your gym bag and be on your way.

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Recovery & Lifestyle

If you want to see gains, then you have to take recovery as seriously as you take training. That’s where Theragun comes in. Theragun is the quietest smart percussive therapy device on the market. It’s elegantly designed, lightweight, and fully personalized based on your body’s needs. The idea behind percussive therapy is that the device uses repeated bursts of pressure to massage your muscles and help break up any tight or knotted tissues. During our Beaster sale, be sure to check out the Theragun Pro, Mini, Elite, Prime, and Wave Roller.

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Posture Medic is also helpful not just for recovery but for your everyday life in general. It changes poor posture in an instant, along with improving your range of motion and boosting upper body strength. Posture Medic will train you to keep your head up, neck and back straighter, your chest open, and your shoulders back and down. If you sit a lot during the day, this one is a must-have.

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Equipment

You can’t lift heavy without durable bumper plates that can withstand plenty of wear and tear. TWL’s Everyday Bumper Plates are color-coded, heavy-duty, and meet IWF standards for diameters. You can drop these plates with confidence knowing that they’ll last rep after rep. Find them in 5-25kg pairs.

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For those moments when you feel like swapping out a barbell for something else, kettlebells are a solid go-to. There is no end to the workouts and exercises you can do with a kettlebell. Our Everyday Kettlebells are color-coded and suitable for training spaces of all sizes. Plus, they’re manufactured from steel (not cast iron) and they’re powder-coated. This means that they promise to last a lifetime in any environment. Kettlebells are a smart investment for any home or commercial gym.

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The surface you lift on matters. Having the proper floor matting is important in keeping your feet and ankles healthy and also in protecting your equipment. Dropping barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells on hard surfaces can damage both the equipment and the flooring. Yikes! Our floor matting ensures that you maintain the integrity of your gym equipment for the long run (and protect the floor underneath).

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Apparel

Load up on all the essentials from The WOD Life, The Brave, Under Armour, Nike, Adidas, and Reebok. Quality is our top priority, so all of our apparel works as hard as you do. With breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics, failproof stitching, and plenty of room for squatting, stocking up on apparel from TWL means your gym ‘fits are going to be functional, fashionable, and long-lasting. All body shapes and sizes are welcome here, and we carry a variety of shorts, pants, tees, tanks, sports bras, socks, and beyond.

Beaster comes but once a year. What’s on your shopping list right now? Now’s the time to grab it! Shop with The WOD Life today and save on some of your favorite picks. Start browsing to check out all our deals — they’re ending soon!

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The Best Home Gym Equipment for Small Spaces

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Having the gym equipment you need right in the comfort of your own home has always been nice. And in the days post-pandemic, not only is it nice, but it’s almost a necessity. But what if you aren’t working with a ton of available space? Stress not — you can still invest in a few solid pieces of equipment so that your fitness journey isn’t inhibited. Keep reading for the best home gym equipment for small spaces — apartments, houses, garages, and beyond.

The Best Home Gym Equipment for Small Spaces: 7 Pieces to Complete Your Training Room

Even if you’re dealing with a tiny space, you can still invest in a few vital pieces of home gym equipment.

1. Parallete Bars

They look simple, but parallete bars are quite versatile. Use them for static ab holds and get a killer core workout. Take ’em for a spin for your next round of tricep dips, or flip over and hang onto them for push-ups (or handstand push-ups!) with a serious deficit. They’re small and stackable, so you can easily store them away without taking up too much space.

As an added bonus, this piece of home gym equipment is quiet to use, making it even more suitable for people who live in upstairs units.

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2. Plyo Boxes

There are countless ways to use plyo boxes outside of box jumps, like step-ups, box dips, and handstand push-up variations. Like parallete bars, they’re super versatile, and you can easily get a full-body workout — both strength-building and cardio — with nothing more than a single plyo box. If you buy a set, they should be stackable so that you can save space, making it the perfect home gym equipment if you’re living in tight quarters.

Psst! Click here for a full list of plyo box exercises that don’t involve box jumps. Remember that if you have people living below you and you don’t want to do a ton of jumping, there are still plenty of other uses for a plyo box!

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3. Kettlebells

Ah, yes — the ever-versatile kettlebell. There is no end to what you can do with this piece of home gym equipment. From swings and cleans to goblet squats and thrusters, there are infinite possibilities with just this single piece of home gym equipment. You can opt for one and get creative, or purchase multiple weights so that you have a little variety.

If you need more ideas, check out our blog on five kettlebell exercises to put in your programming. You are not limited to swings.

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Side note: Just about anything you can do with a kettlebell, you can do with a dumbbell. Shop our dumbbells here and consider adding at least one pair to your home gym equipment collection. They’re a basic must-have and will get plenty of use.

4. Sandbags

Sandbags are perfect for low-impact but high-intensity movements. Just about anything can be made 10 times more difficult when you add a sandbag to it. Lunges and air squats, clean and jerks and even rows — up the intensity with a single sandbag. That’s all you need. Feel like getting some fresh air? Throw it around your shoulders and go for a walk/run around the neighborhood.

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5. Pull-Up Bars

All you need is a wall and a few basic tools, and you’ll be knocking out those kipping pull-ups in no time. Don’t forget that there are countless other things you can do on the bar: bar muscle-ups, static holds, deficit pull-ups for strength-building, chin-ups, and beyond.

Don’t be intimidated by the setup. Once it’s secure on the wall, you never have to touch it again (unless you want to move it).

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6. Slam Ball

“All I can do is throw it,” you’re thinking. False! Think outside the box. Use slam balls to up the intensity of lunges, air squats, sit-ups, clean and jerks, Russian twists, over-the-shoulder tosses, deadlifts, box step-ups, you name it. You can even use it for farmer carries around the house or neighborhood.

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7. Speed Rope

If you don’t have your own speed rope… do you even train? This one is a must, even if you’re not training at home. How else are you going to perfect your double-unders (and, dare we say, your triple-unders?)? There’s a reason this movement appears in so many WODs, and it’s that single- and double-unders are a full-body burn. In other words, your home gym equipment isn’t complete with a trusty speed rope.

Psst! Not sure which one to purchase Check out our blog on five things to look for in a speed rope.

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We know it can be frustrating trying to get your sweat on when you have limited space. You feel like your only option is bodyweight movements. While this is an excellent start, it certainly isn’t the end. Use this list of the best home gym equipment for small spaces and set up your own personal tiny home gym. Always remember that functional fitness is constantly varied. All that really matters is that you’re challenging your body to do new things — and having fun while you do it!

Stay strong. Stay tough. You go this!

Want to keep looking? The WOD Life has you covered. Check out our full collection of equipment today.

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What is Barbell Knurling and What Does it Do?

You know the bumpy part of the barbell that you grip? That’s called knurling. You’re likely so used to seeing it that you don’t pay it much attention anymore. But the barbell knurling plays an important role in your training.

Let’s get into more detail.

All About Barbell Knurling

To be a little more specific, knurling is the crosshatch pattern that you’ll see on barbells, where you place your grip. Its purpose is to give you something better to hang onto by providing more friction between the skin of your hands and the bar.

You might notice that knurling chews up your hands if you spend a lot of time lifting. But without barbell knurling, you wouldn’t have anywhere close to as secure of a grip.

Knurling is carved into barbells with a special machine that etches in a pattern of two diagonal lines. The result? Countless, tiny, diamond-shaped bumps.

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Different Types of Barbell Knurling

Some patterns of knurling are more aggressive than others. The exact pattern, how deeply it’s cut into the steel of the bar, and the finish that’s applied over the top all play a role in how it’ll ultimately feel to the athlete.

Here’s a quick rundown of what you can expect from different kinds of bars.

Functional Fitness Bars

At your typical CrossFit box, you might find that the bars generally have a very mild knurling. This is because for many WODs (if not most WODs), you’re not going to be lifting anything insanely heavy. So, your grip isn’t as much of a concern.

Olympic Weightlifting Bars

You can expect the knurling on Olympic weightlifting barbells to be more aggressive. Olympic weightlifters are often dealing with fewer reps but heavier loads. Being able to hang onto the barbell is an absolute must.

A men’s bar is going to have a more aggressive knurling than a women’s bar. Any lady who’s picked up a men’s barbell probably immediately noticed just how “sharp” it felt in her hands.

Also, many men’s Olympic weightlifting bars have a center knurling. This was initially added back in the day when athletes were still doing one-handed lifts. However, many male athletes like it today because it helps the bar stay put when they’re doing back squats.

Importantly, though, the center knurling is often a little less aggressive than the outside knurling. This is so that when men are doing cleans, the bar doesn’t chew up their throat. (Ouch!)

Powerlifting Bars

This is usually where you’ll find the most aggressive barbell knurling, and likely for an obvious reason: Powerlifters move more weight than anyone. There is so much pressure in their grip that without knurling, they don’t stand a very good chance of hanging onto the bar. In fact, even the knurling might not be enough, which is why a lot of powerlifters use straps.

Speaking of straps, don’t forget that while barbell knurling is very necessary, if it’s starting to bother your hands, straps, tape, and chalk can all help take the edge off.

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Your Home Gym Equipment Checklist

Whether you’re looking to save some money on a gym membership or you just want the option of getting a WOD in at home, a home gym can be the way to greater fitness gains. But what equipment should you buy for your garage or basement? And if you don’t have the cash to get everything right away, what should you start with? This list will help you answer those questions. Here’s your home gym equipment checklist.

6 Pieces of Home Gym Equipment You Should Consider

1. Barbell and Plates

Yes, you can build strength through bodyweight exercises, but a barbell multiplies your exercise options and opens the door to your favourite (and least favourite) benchmark workouts.

When to buy: A barbell and plates are a significant investment, but we would argue there’s no reason to have a home gym without them. In other words, buy these first.

Options

Armortech Aluminum Training Bar

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Olympic Bumper Plates

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2. Squat Rack

Once you have a barbell and plates, the next item you’ll need is a squat rack, so you can properly work on your back squat without cleaning, jerking, and lowering the bar to your back every time you do a set.

When to buy: Consider this after you have a barbell and plates, because it’s useless without them.

3. Bench

Don’t neglect the bench press — and don’t bench press from the floor. Performing this lift on an actual bench enables a full range of motion in your arms.

When to buy: Shop around for a bench once you have a barbell, plates, and a rig that is friendly to the bench press.

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Morgan Elite Flat Bench

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4. Pull-Up Rig

If you want to improve your upper body strength and stamina, practice strict pull-ups at home when you have downtime.

When to buy: Anytime. Pull-up rigs come in a variety of forms, so even if you don’t have a gym in your garage or basement, you could have a pull-up rig hanging from the doorway of your living room.

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Multi Grip Pull-Up Bar 

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5. Jump Rope

Don’t let all this strength talk convince you cardio is optional. If your home gym has limited space and you can’t fit a stationary bike or rower, make sure you have a good quality jump rope — and that you use it regularly.

When to buy: If you don’t already have your own jump rope, are you even an athlete?

Options

Ultra Speed Jump Rope 2.0

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6. Plyo Box

Useful for developing explosivity, as well as practicing skills and working up to movements like handstand push-ups, the plyo box will bring a unique versatility to your home gym.

When to buy: Before all of your home workouts start looking the same.

Options

Morgan Plyometric Box Set of 3

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Follow this home gym equipment checklist and you should be well on your way to a home gym that inspires you to get moving and go hard. Shop for these products and more at The WOD Life today!

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How to Train at Home: The Programming, the Equipment, and Beyond

Training at home is totally and completely doable. Whether you have a full-blown garage gym, only a few pieces of equipment, or absolutely nothing but your motivated self, there are plenty of ways to make gains without leaving the house. You just need to get creative, and we’re here to help. Here’s some advice on how to train at home.

Training Without Equipment

If you currently have no equipment, you’re going to get familiar with bodyweight movements pretty quickly. Some good bodyweight movements to incorporate into your at-home workouts are push-ups (check out these variations!), sit-ups, air squats, burpees, lunges, planks, hollow rocks/holds, and supermans.

Remember: since your weight is limited to your body, to make things more challenging, you’re going to increase the reps, or do the reps faster (or both!). Bodyweight should not equal easy.

There are countless ways you can program your training for home so you never get bored with the limited amount of movements at hand. EMOMS, AMRAPs, and for-time workouts are always great options. For example, if you are limited on time, you could do a short (yet spicy) 10-minute AMRAP of:

  • 5 push-ups
  • 10 sit-ups
  • 15 burpees

The more burpees the better, right?

Push to stay at around 90-100% effort through the whole 10 minutes. Never stop moving.

For a longer workout session, you could start with a low effort 10-minute EMOM of:

  • 8 push-ups
  • A 20-second handstand hold every minute to work on upper body strength

Followed by 5 rounds for time of:

  • 400-meter run in your neighborhood
  • 20 air squats
  • 20 sit-ups

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These are just a couple of examples of how you can structure your training at home, even when you don’t have much equipment to work with. The takeaway is this: if you get creative, aim to keep it constantly varied (the CF way of life), and give sincere effort, you can indeed get an awesome workout in right at home.

Incorporating Equipment Into Your Home Gym

While you can surely train without equipment, we highly recommend you invest in at least a few pieces to seriously up your programming, offer more variety, and help you push yourself harder. If you’re looking to start developing a home gym and want to know what essentials you’ll need, there are some very versatile pieces of equipment that are great to have handy. Here are some of our top suggestions.

ArmorTech Kettlebells

These Armortech kettlebells are competition grade, colour-coded, and have a comfortable handle. Best yet, there are so many different ways to use them. From traditional kettlebell swings to challenging yet effective Turkish get-ups, the opportunities are endless.

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Some other kettlebell moves you can incorporate into your workout are goblet squats, kettlebell snatches, kettlebell clean and jerks, overhead presses, farmer carries (single arm or double arm), and kettlebell sumo deadlift high-pulls. If you already have a kettlebell at home or feel inspired to get one after reading this post, give this workout a go.

4 rounds for time

  • 30 goblet squats
  • 15 burpees
  • 30 kettlebell swings
  • 15 burpees

Dumbbells

Armortech dumbbells are another must-have. Whether you’re doing traditional bodybuilding movements or using them in a WOD, you can’t go wrong with dumbbells. There are endless exercises and variations, from strict presses to push presses, from stationary lunges to Russian twists. You could easily do an entire workout with dumbbells alone.

Barbell and Bumper Plates

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If you’re really ready to commit, you need a bar and plates. This will take your training to a new level. Think of all the WODs you can do and the variety you’ll add to your home programming. The sky is the limit.

At some point, this specific equipment will be much needed. You’re going to keep getting stronger, and one day, dumbbells and kettlebells won’t cut it. A barbell allows you to lift so much more.

One important note: if you’re looking into getting new equipment for your home gym and plan to have pieces like rings and barbells, make sure you do your homework first. Learn the proper way to set up rings, rigs, pull-up bars, and other equipment that requires installation, so you can stay safe and work hard.

Also remember you’re at home and not at the box, so you may want to stay away from dropping heavy barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells on the floor. You should avoid ever having this equipment on a bare floor, period. It can damage the floor, and it can also damage the equipment — both pricey to repair. Take good care of these items, and they will last for many, many years.

There are plenty of ways to get fit in the comfort of your own home. Just follow the tips above, and soon you will be making up your own killer at-home workouts. Let us know what you come up with in the comments!

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The Most Versatile Equipment for Your Garage Gym

Having a garage gym is pretty much every athlete’s dream. Being able to work out whenever you want in the comfort of your own home? Yes, please! If turning your garage into the best box in town is a dream of yours, there are ways to slowly build up your amount of equipment so you don’t get too overwhelmed (but can still get your WOD on).

Starting with a few nifty pieces of equipment will put you in a good spot as well as keep your fitness constantly varied. Check out our recommendations on the most versatile equipment you should own for your garage gym.

6 Personal Garage Gym Must-Haves

1. Kettlebells

Kettlebells are possibly the most versatile and functional piece of equipment you can own. From traditional kettlebell swings to challenging Turkish get-ups, the list of movements you can do with a kettlebell is endless. You can easily get a full-body workout with just one of these magical weights. Check out these Armotech Competition Kettlebells that come in a variety of fun colors and with a smooth, comfortable handle.

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2. Jump Rope

It’s never a bad idea to work on your double-unders (because, who knows, we may even start seeing triple-unders soon). Ropes are inexpensive and easy to store but a good way to get a monostructural piece into your WOD.

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3. Wall Balls

Wall balls are another piece of equipment that does not take up much space. Wall balls, weighted sit-ups, and med ball cleans are just some of the movements that can be incorporated into your WOD if your garage gym is equipped with an Armortech Wall Ball.

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4. Dumbbells

Almost any movement you can do with a barbell, you can do with a dumbbell. Chances are it’s probably more challenging with a dumbbell! Plus, with all the dumbbell movements we’ve been seeing in competition lately, stocking up on some Armotech Hex Dumbbells for your garage gym is a no-brainer.

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5. Resistance Bands

These are great for warming up as well as for accessory work. Try X-band walks to fire up your glutes or band pull-aparts to grow those lats. You can also use these bands as a mobility tool.

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6. Weight Vest

Take any bodyweight movement (air squats, push-ups, burpees, running, etc.) and make it much more challenging with a weight vest.

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Stock your garage gym with these pieces of equipment, and be guaranteed to get a good workout daily and see major gains come your way.