Guides

Lifter getting ready to use the Colorado Bar

Choosing the Right Barbell: Different Types of Barbells for Different Types of Lifts

What's the difference between a powerlifting, weightlifting, mixed-use, and specialty bar?

Sep 08, 2023 / Aimee Heckel
Lifter benching with a Cambered Swiss Bar

Specialty Barbells: How to Use Them -- and Why

Don’t be intimidated by these weirdos. Specialty barbells will help you get yoked as heck.

Apr 05, 2023 / Aimee Heckel
Man putting away dumbbells

How to Take Care of Your Gym Equipment

Make a clean sweep (of your gym).

Aug 31, 2023 / Aimee Heckel
A woman lifting in a REP rig

5 Qualities of the Best Gym Rigs

Get riggy with it.

Aug 15, 2023 / Aimee Heckel
Man lifting in home gym

How Do I Choose a Pre-Selected PR-5000?

Training should be hard. Picking your rack should be easy.

Apr 21, 2023 / Aimee Heckel
Bumper Plates Vs. Iron Plates: Which is the Best?

Bumper Plates Vs. Iron Plates: Which is the Best?

Are you an iron maiden or do you go bump in the night?

Aug 24, 2023 / Aimee Heckel
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