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Sling Shot Extreme “X” Vs SBD Knee Sleeves | Who’s the Winner?

There are a lot of different knee sleeve options on the market and it can be overwhelming at times finding the perfect pair for your needs. Factor in that most sleeves come with a fairly hefty price tag ... Continue Reading

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The Best Exercise Dice

One of the hardest things about working out, no matter your age, skill level, or the type of fitness you practice, is the monotony of it. Everyone should give themselves as many opportunities to be excited ... Continue Reading

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Best Wrist Support Braces

Wrist braces, or sometimes sleeves, wrap around or cover the wrist joint for support. Examples of support can be maintaining alignment or alleviating pressure when bearing weight. They can differ in design ... Continue Reading

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Best Thigh Compression Sleeves

Thigh compression sleeves offer a wide array of benefits to athletes. The most significant benefit being improved blood flow (1) which can potentially lead to better injury prevention, improved athletic ... Continue Reading

Best Leg Sleeves

Best Leg Sleeves

Leg sleeves, also known as compression sleeves, have a bevy of benefits for athletes, both in performance and at rest. Leg sleeves may promote better blood circulation leading to more oxygen being ... Continue Reading

Best Compression Arm Sleeves

Best Compression Arm Sleeves

Research has shown that compression arm sleeves can help increase precision and sensitivity around the elbow and wrist joints during physical activity (1). What does that mean? It means that compression ... Continue Reading

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Best Armband Phone Holders

Exercising with a phone in your pocket is a pretty brutal experience. The phone bang sagainst your leg incessantly during a run or falls to the ground during sit ups or any other ground work. Fortunately, ... Continue Reading

Best Ankle Straps

The 7 Best Ankle Straps of 2025 (Nov Update)

Like squat racks or free weights, cable machines are ubiquitous at just about any gym. And for anyone looking to make the most out of leg day, cable machine exercises should ... Continue Reading

Best Ankle Braces

Best Ankle Brace

Ankle braces can be an athlete’s best friend. They can be worn during any stage of injury, from immediately after the inciting moment, to the period of recovery, and even worn as a preventative measure. ... Continue Reading

Best Ankle Sleeves

Best Ankle Sleeves

It happens to the best of us. Sprained ankles, bruised feet, heel spurs, plantar fasciitis; these are all afflictions that can happen at any moment. Feet are one of the most critical body parts for ... Continue Reading

Best Athletic Tape

Best Athletic Tape

Whether you’re an experienced athlete or someone looking to dust off an old pair of running sneakers, it’s probably wise to have athletic tape handy. Used as both a preventative and therapeutic tool, ... Continue Reading

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Best Fitness Journals

If your gym sessions frequently devolve into social media scrolling sessions, it may be worth investing in a fitness journal. Designed to help organize workouts and track progress, a fitness journal may be ... Continue Reading

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Best Calf Compression Sleeves

Calf compression sleeves are designed to provide comfort and support for athletes of all levels. Though more research is needed to fully understand the role of compression in performance, there is some ... Continue Reading

SBD Vs. Rehband Knee Sleeves

SBD vs. Rehband Knee Sleeves: Which Is Better for Competing?

SBD and Rehband are two of the bigger brands when it comes to knee sleeves. These sleeves have a few similarities, but also a few pretty big differences worth taking a look at. If you're a serious strength ... Continue Reading

Trideer Lifting Gloves Review

If you're newer to lifting, concerned about rough hands, or partake in a strength sport that requires a lot of grip, then lifting gloves can be useful supportive strength tool for you. Often times, it will ... Continue Reading

Aoliga Workout Gloves Review

Lifting gloves can be useful tools for athletes who are doing prolonged workout sessions and are worried about wear and tear on their hands. Generally, calisthenic athletes, bodybuilders, and the general ... Continue Reading

Element 26 Weightlifting Belt Review

Element 26 is an online company that focuses on providing strength athletes with versatile nylon belts. Their belt is designed slightly differently from other models on the market, and the company's two ... Continue Reading

MAVA Cross Training Lifting Glove Review

Lifting gloves, or cross training gloves, are tool a gym-goer can use to support and protect their hands. Like other supportive strength gear, gloves are used to enable someone to perform longer, while ... Continue Reading

Harbinger FlexFit™ Lifting Gloves Review

Lifting gloves come in a variety of options to suit a variety of lifting needs. Like most supportive strength gear, gloves are used to support one's gym performance and provide protection. The protection ... Continue Reading

Steely Sports Pro Wrist Wrap Glove Review

Gloves are one of the many pieces of supportive strength equipment an athlete can utilize. Like gloves, knee sleeves, and straps, gloves are designed to support an athlete with their grip and hand ... Continue Reading

Harbinger BioForm™ Wristwrap Gloves Review

Lifting gloves are a supportive piece of strength equipment that are designed to protect an athlete's hands from general wear and tear. There are multiple types of gloves designed for various activities ... Continue Reading

Nordic Lifting Gloves Review

Lifting gloves are a piece of supportive strength equipment that protects the hand, while also slightly aiding an athlete's grip. They can be used by a wide variety of athletes for multiple types of ... Continue Reading

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Strength athletes can utilize lifting gloves for a variety of reasons, which will vary depending on an athlete's needs. Bodybuilders, functional fitness, and calisthenic athletes are typically the ... Continue Reading

Grip Power Pad Pro Lifting Gloves Review

Lifting gloves, like most supportive strength equipment, have their time and place in the gym setting. A lot of bodybuilders and calisthenic athletes will reach for gloves to prevent excessive wear and ... Continue Reading

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