If you’re serious about maximal strength development or getting a V-taper, then you need to row to grow. The T-Bar row and the barbell row are often the top two contenders for the big barbell pulling spot ... Continue Reading
Bumper Plates vs. Metal Plates
A difficult question many home gym owners have to answer is, “What type of weight plates should I buy?” Bumper plates are arguably the most common style of plates you'll find ... Continue Reading
Rogue Bumper Plates vs. REP Bumper Plates
When looking for the right weight plates to add to a home gym, many turn to bumper plates as they can be used for pretty much every barbell workout. Two great options for home ... Continue Reading
Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells vs. Nüobell Adjustable Dumbbells Review
While we may be biased, we think a set of dumbbells can really tie a weight room together — the only problem is that it can be difficult for a home gym owner to find the right spot for them ... Continue Reading
Steroids Vs. Natural Bodybuilding — Mike O’Hearn Addresses Viral Interview With KENNY KO
The 11th episode of The Mike O'Hearn Show presented Generation Iron kicked off with a bang. The episode's cold open was a montage of people saying various things to the effect of O'Hearn being ... Continue Reading
Theragun Prime vs. Hyperice Hypervolt 2
Percussive massage guns like the Theragun Prime and Hyperice Hypervolt 2 are a great way to work out soreness you may experience from a long gym session — or even a long day at the office. For those ... Continue Reading
Rogue Adjustable Bench vs. REP Adjustable Bench
It’s probably not much of a secret that a weight bench is one of the most useful tools you can have at your disposal in your home gym. There are so many different benches on the market, but we think ... Continue Reading
Romanian Deadlift Vs. Deadlift — Which is Better for Your Program?
If you’re going to be a strength athlete — even a weekend warrior — sooner or later, you’re going to have to pull. The Romanian deadlift and the conventional deadlift are often top contenders for the big ... Continue Reading
The Plunge vs. Polar Monkeys Cold Plunge
Cold plunging has become a very trendy way to speed up the recovery of sore muscles, with some avid cold plungers attesting to the mental benefits, as well. Now you can certainly hop into a ... Continue Reading
Rogue Ohio Bar vs. Force USA Gunner Barbell
Anyone building out their first home gym or anyone just simply looking for a new barbell is most likely going to want one that is as versatile as possible to handle all of their ... Continue Reading
Rogue Ohio Bar vs. X Training Elite Competition Barbell
From the features to the price, no two barbells are the same — including the Rogue Ohio Bar, and the X Training Elite Competition Barbell. Some barbells are meant for Olympic-style lifts, such as ... Continue Reading
Rogue Kettlebell vs. Onnit Kettlebell
While there are many solid pieces of equipment that you can add to your home gym, one of the most versatile pieces is often overlooked — the good ol’ fashioned kettlebell. Two of the most ... Continue Reading
Mobility vs. Flexibility — Why It Matters and What It Means for You
You train for better strength, endurance, and cardio, but when was the last time you took the time to help your body move better? Mobility and flexibility can often be overlooked as they may not be as fun ... Continue Reading
Rogue Ohio Bar vs. Rogue Echo Bar
If you’re looking to add a versatile barbell to your home gym, Rogue offers two solid choices in the Ohio and the Echo 2.0. When choosing a barbell, these are two great options since they can be used ... Continue Reading
Rogue Dumbbells vs. REP Dumbbells
When it comes to a pair of dumbbells, two solid options to consider are the hex dumbbells from Rogue and REP Fitness — but which of these dumbbells are the best? Many fitness lovers enjoy the ... Continue Reading
Rogue Ohio Bar vs. REP Sabre Barbell
Many home gyms now feature top-of-the-line equipment due to ease of access. When looking for a new barbell, The Rogue Ohio Bar and the REP Fitness Sabre Barbell are two solid options that are worthy of ... Continue Reading
The Inverted Row vs. The Pull-Up — How to Choose the Right Movement for Big Back Gains
Calisthenic exercises are hugely underrated for strength, hypertrophy, proprioception, and most of all, their ability to be performed nearly anywhere at any time. While you certainly remember the rush of ... Continue Reading
Tempo vs. Tonal Review
Many home gyms, like Tempo Studio and Tonal, are now incorporating Artificial Intelligence to help take your workouts to the next level. With tools like virtual training, these smart home gyms are now ... Continue Reading
The Axle Deadlift vs. the Barbell Deadlift — How to Use Each For More Gains and a Tighter Grip
The deadlift is one of the central pillars of strength training. If you’ve ever bent down to pick something up, you’ve practiced and trained your deadlift. It’s an accessible lift that provides plenty of ... Continue Reading
The Clean & Jerk vs. The Clean & Press — Important Differences for Strength, Size, and More
There’s more than one way to take a barbell from the ground to over your head. The clean is a powerful expression of strength that gets the bar to your shoulders. After that, you have two solid options — ... Continue Reading
Romanian Deadlift Vs. Stiff-Leg Deadlift — Differences and Hamstring Benefits
You want to increase your lower body pull volume, but you’re not sure which deadlift variation to turn to. The Romanian deadlift and the stiff-leg deadlift are both muscle-building versions of the ... Continue Reading
Full-Body Vs. Split Workouts: Which Is Right For You?
Working out properly can be hard. While some people set foot in the gym and go straight to the bench or bang out endless sets of dumbbell curls, most truly accomplished lifters rely on the right program to ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilding vs. Powerlifting Programs — Understanding the Difference
When it comes to slinging weight and getting huge, bodybuilding and powerlifting are the two training methods at the forefront of every conversation. In order to excel at either goal, putting as many eggs ... Continue Reading
Back Squats vs. Front Squats — Comparison, Application, and Benefits of Each
Picture this. It’s leg day, and the squat rack at your gym is finally free. But what if your quads have been feeling deflated lately, or your low back has been bugging you, or you’re trying to build leg ... Continue Reading