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3 Unique Benefits of Goblet Squat Other Exercises Don’t Offer

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: October 19, 2019

The goblet squat is becoming a popular variation of the king of exercises, the ...
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The 5 Best Dumbbell Racks for Home Gyms (2022 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

When you are just getting started with a home gym, you can get away with keeping ...
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The 5 Best Olympic Weight Sets to Buy in 2022 [Reviews]

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

You can’t really follow any workout routine if you don’t have at least one set ...
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Best ZMA Supplements

5 Best ZMA Supplement Brands + The Truth Behind ZMA Supplements

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: April 2, 2020

ZMA is one of the most talked-about sports supplements on the market.  It ...
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7 Best Crossfit Gym Bags to Buy in [2022]

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 2, 2023

The range of available CrossFit gym bags is vast, and owning the right one is an ...
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The 10 Best Battle Ropes for Home Gym (Reviews in 2022)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

Picking the right battle rope can be challenging, especially if you’ve not used ...
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Best L-Arginine Supplements

5 Best L-Arginine Supplements (2023 Buying Guide & Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: January 13, 2023

Last updated: Recently, L-arginine has gained popularity well outside the ...
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The 7 Best Wrist Wraps for Crossfit (2022 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 20, 2023

The best wrist wraps for CrossFit are supportive and well-fitted. Selecting the ...
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6 Best Thermogenic Pre Workouts for Fat Loss (2025 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 3, 2021

I remember when thermogenic supplements first became popular about 10 years ago. ...
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Hex Bar Deadlift Exercises: Muscles Worked, Benefits and How-To

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: July 27, 2023

The hex bar deadlift is a weightlifting exercise that involves lifting a loaded ...
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What Happens if You Don’t Eat Vegetables

What Happens if You Don’t Eat Vegetables?

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 12, 2023

The public awareness of health and good nutrition is higher than ever, yet there ...
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The 6 Best CLA Supplements (Ultimate Guide, Update for 2022)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

You’ve heard about the benefits of healthy fats like monounsaturated fatty acids ...
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How to Eat Healthy If You Don’t Like Vegetables

How to Eat Healthy If You Don’t Like Vegetables

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: April 2, 2020

You’ve seen the food pyramid.  A big chunk of it is dedicated to vegetables ...
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Will Pre-Workout Make Me Gain Weight

Does Pre-Workout Make You Gain Weight?

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: October 18, 2019

Pre-workout is a great tool for anyone looking to have that extra drive in the ...
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I Don’t Eat Vegetables, What Vitamins Should I Take?

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 20, 2023

People who don't eat vegetables substitute their diets with vitamins and other ...
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The 10 Best Mass Gainers For Skinny Guys (2023 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 17, 2023

Last updated: Are you struggling to build more muscle mass? There comes a ...
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The 7 Best Olympic Barbells Under $300 (2025 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: May 23, 2023

There are five types of weightlifting bars you might want for your home ...
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The 5 Best Weight Lifting Belts For Crossfit (2022 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

If you’re looking to improve your weightlifting for CrossFit, you came to the ...
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7 Best Nuts for the Keto Diet (Plus Recipe Ideas)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: April 7, 2023

The best nuts for the keto diet are high in fat but low in protein and carbs. ...
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The 5 Best EZ Curl Bars to Buy in 2025 (Reviews and Top Picks)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 5, 2021

The EZ curl bar is definitely one of our favorite bars to use for specific ...
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The 6 Best Weight Lifting Hooks To Buy in 2022 [Reviews]

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: January 13, 2023

One of the things that holds a lot of people back from lifting heavier is a weak ...
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Do You Know The Best Time to Take BCAA Powder?

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: November 2, 2019

Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) consist of three amino acids: leucine, ...
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Best Green Superfood Powder Supplements

9 Best Green Superfood Powder Supplements [2022 Reviews]

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

Last updated: When it comes to supplements, probably nothing is more ...
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Best Kettlebell Wrist Guards Reviews

5 Best Kettlebell Wrist Guards (& Why You Need Them)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 6, 2021

For a long time, dumbbells were considered the most essential piece of home ...
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The 5 Best Rubber Hex Dumbbells to Buy in (2023) [Reviews]

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 6, 2021

Dumbbells are one of the most essential pieces of equipment for building a home ...
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Hex Dumbbells vs. Round Dumbbells: Is There Really a Difference?

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: August 7, 2017

A 20lb hex dumbbell weighs the same as a 20lb round dumbbell.  So, it might seem ...
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The 6 Best Gym Towels For Sweat When Working Out (2022)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

Even in the best-kept gyms, workout equipment is still covered with layers of ...
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Benefits of Deadlifts

33+ Amazing Benefits of Deadlifts (for Every Part of Your Body)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 19, 2023

The benefits of deadlifts are numerous, and for those serious about their gym ...
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Olympic barbells vs Standard barbells

Olympic Barbells vs Standard Barbells: Which One Should You Choose?

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: September 8, 2019

The barbell is one of the most basic pieces of equipment you need for building a ...
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Types of Weightlifting Bars

5 Types of Weightlifting Bars You Need to Know to Train Better

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 2, 2023

Weightlifting bar types offer different approaches to weight training. Standard ...
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The 5 Best Nighttime Fat Burner Supplements (2025 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 4, 2021

When it comes to weight loss and fat burning, sleep is the simplest yet ...
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The 10 Best Casein Protein Powders to Buy in 2022 [Reviews]

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

Casein is the less-popular cousin of whey, but it’s a great choice. Today we’re ...
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9 Benefits of Fruit Infused Water (Actually Backed By Science)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 2, 2023

Recently fruit infused water has become very popular and recipes bloggers are ...
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5 Amazing Benefits Of The Pistol Squat (#4 Will Make Your Jaw Drop)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 26, 2018

There are numerous variations of the standard squat to target the legs in ...
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The 5 Best Organic Pre Workout Supplements (2022 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

Finding a good organic pre-workout supplement is a difficult task, even though ...
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How Long Does Pre Workout Last

How Long Does Pre Workout Last (And Other Things You Should Know)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: October 18, 2019

There is a lot of misinformation and bro-science surrounding the topic of ...
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Best Elbow Compression Sleeves

The 7 Best Elbow Compression Sleeves for Weightlifting (2023)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 5, 2021

Active recovery is an important part of any weight lifter’s workout routine and ...
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The 9 Best Pre Workout Without Creatine Supplements (2023)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 1, 2023

The best pre-workout without creatine is not easy to find. A pre-workout without ...
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Crossfit Nutrition & Eating Plans

Crossfit Nutrition: Do’s And Don’ts [+ Eating Plans]

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: April 2, 2020

Regardless of what your workout plan or regimen is, nutrition always plays an ...
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Heavy Grips Vs Captains Of Crush

Heavy Grips Vs Captains Of Crush: Which One Should You Buy?

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: November 15, 2020

The hand gripper tests the muscles of the hand and forearm like no other tool; ...
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Best Roman Chair Reviews

The 5 Best Roman Chairs (Hyperextension Benches) in (2023)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 3, 2023

A Roman chair is a piece of exercise equipment that is ideal for hyperextension ...
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Best Dip Belt Reviews

The 7 Best Dips Belts for Weighted Dips (2022 Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: June 8, 2022

Whether it is dipping, squatting, pull-ups or chin-ups, you can benefit a lot ...
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Best Barbell Pad Reviews

5 Best Barbell Pads for Squats & Hip Thrusts (Reviews)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 6, 2021

Squatting is one of the fundamental exercises which builds muscle and supports ...
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Best Portable Dip Bar Reviews

8 Best Portable Dip Bars & Dip Stations for Home Gym

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 6, 2021

When most people think of gear for their home gyms, they think of things like ...
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5 Proven Benefits Of Bench Press (#3 Is WOW)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 20, 2023

The benefits of bench-pressing are numerous; there is a good reason why this ...
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Bench Press Vs Dips: Which Is Better For Strength & Hypertrophy?

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: February 17, 2023

When talking about building muscle in the upper body, specifically in the chest, ...
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Push ups Vs Dips: Which One is Better? (Full Comparison)

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: April 2, 2020

Push-ups and dips are among the best exercises to build your chest, shoulders ...
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The Best Tricep Bar Reviews

The 5 Best Tricep Bars (Hammer Curl Bars) to Buy

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: March 6, 2021

How many types of barbells are there? From the top of our heads, there are ...
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Benefits of The Wall Sit

The Wall Sit: Benefits, Muscles Worked, and How-To

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: May 5, 2023

The wall sit is overlooked as a leg exercise due to its simplicity. Wall sits ...
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Leg Press vs Hack Squat

Leg Press Vs Hack Squat: The Quest For Maximum Quadriceps Hypertrophy

By Brian Ward | Last Modified: October 19, 2019

It’s time to build our legs! Which exercise shall we use? Of course, the ...
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