James de Lacey

There aren’t many convenient ways to do Nordic hamstring curls without help, and a Nordic bench is what you will need in your home gym if you want to take advantage of this … Read more

A deadlift bar is only necessary for two purposes: If you don’t satisfy any of these criteria, a Powerlifting barbell (our budget pick, for instance) will serve you best. If you meet the … Read more

Tib bars are relatively new and not well-known pieces of gym equipment, but if you are into team sports like football, basketball, volleyball, or rugby, this simple device may hide the key to … Read more

Not so long ago, trap bars were found only in commercial gyms and used mostly by athletes who needed to deadlift but wanted to avoid the extra back strain. With the appearance of … Read more

Do you need weightlifting shoes? Not necessarily. But if you are serious about hitting new PRs or competing in Olympic Weightlifting, you need Weightlifting shoes. I’ve been a National level competitive Weightlifter, and … Read more

The squat rack is one of three pieces of gym equipment you should never skimp on. The other two are quality barbells and bumper plates (if you’re Weightlifting). But finding the right power … Read more

Boxing may seem like a game of punches to the uninitiated, but a major part of the game happens closer to the canvas. Footwork is the ability to control the distance, spacing, and … Read more

For any martial artist, the heavy bag is an indispensable tool. All forms of martial arts make constant use of punching bags. They are an essential component of every fitness center and an … Read more