11 Best Functional Trainers For Your Home Gym (2024)

Short On Time? The REP FT-5000 was our top pick because of the combination of value and versatility. The spectacular build quality, high weight capacity, and competitive price made it hard to beat Functional trainers are some of the most versatile and beneficial pieces of home gym equipment. In the past few years,…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 25, 20230Comments

Guides

What Does PR Mean In Gym Terms? 1RM Calculator Included

One of the most common terms you will hear when you first join a gym or get into the world of lifting is PR. Well, what does PR mean in gym terminology? PR meaning gym terminology stands for "personal record." It is also commonly referred to as a PB, or personal best. All of…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 21, 20230Comments

Guides

How Do You Know If Your Muscles Are Growing? Top 13 Signs You Are Gaining Muscle

Seeing the first signs of muscle gain is what really gets new lifters hooked on the gym. The annoying part, especially as you become more advanced, is that muscle growth can be very slow. So how do you know if your muscles are growing? Here are the top signs you are gaining muscle. Table Of…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 20, 20230Comments

Holiday Deals

Best Labor Day Fitness Deals

Labor Day, celebrated on September 5th this year, is a day dedicated to the hardworking souls who've built this nation. And just like them, we recognize the sweat, grind, and dedication you pour into your garage gym workouts. (It's a bit of a fun parallel, right?) While Labor Day traditionally sees barbecues and parades, we're…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 19, 20230Comments

Calculators

Dumbbell Bench To Barbell Calculator

A common issue for gym goers is determining where their strength should be when they switch between the barbell and dumbbell bench. To make things easier, we developed a dumbbell bench to barbell calculator that should have you covered. Using our calculators, you can convert back and forth between dumbbell and barbell bench press.…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 18, 20230Comments

MAPS

MAPS Symmetry Review (2024)

This is our MAPS Symmetry review. MAPS Symmetry is the MAPS program that the Mind Pump team made to work on muscle balance and symmetrical growth. Anybody who has trained for a significant amount of time knows that they have more strength and mobility on one side of their body than the other.…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 18, 20230Comments

Home Gyms

How Much Is A Barbell? Barbell Cost Explained

If you are just starting your home gym, one of the first things you need to purchase is a quality barbell. Naturally, the question will arise: How much is a barbell? In reality, the price of a barbell depends on a number of things, such as its coating, grip, warranty, tensile strength, rotation system, and…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 18, 20230Comments

MAPS

MAPS Aesthetic Review (2024)

This is our MAPS Aesthetic Review. MAPS Aesthetic is the MAPS program designed on hypertrophy and aesthetics. MAPS Aesthetic is the third training program released by Mind Pump. Unlike their other programs, which tend to focus on general health, performance, and strength, this program is designed to specifically grow muscles in the right areas…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 17, 20230Comments

Home Gyms

What Is West Side Hole Spacing? Squat Rack Hole Spacing Explained

If you are looking to purchase a power rack, one of the most important features you have to decide on is hole spacing. In the world of power racks, a common term you will hear thrown around in reviews and marketing campaigns is "westside hole spacing." People often say that Westside hole spacing is a…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 17, 20230Comments

MAPS

MAPS Performance Review (2023)

In this MAPS Performance Review, we will be taking a close look at the athlete-targeted program developed by the minds over at Mind Pump Media. The problem with the majority of online workout programs is that tend to be repetitive, cookie-cutter, and not much better if at all than the free programs you can…

ByDaniel MesaFebruary 16, 20230Comments

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11 Best Functional Trainers For Your Home Gym (2024)

What Does PR Mean In Gym Terms? 1RM Calculator Included

How Do You Know If Your Muscles Are Growing? Top 13 Signs You Are Gaining Muscle

Best Labor Day Fitness Deals

Dumbbell Bench To Barbell Calculator

MAPS Symmetry Review (2024)

How Much Is A Barbell? Barbell Cost Explained

MAPS Aesthetic Review (2024)

What Is West Side Hole Spacing? Squat Rack Hole Spacing Explained

MAPS Performance Review (2023)

Training Routines

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