About Michael Shafer, M.S., CSCS, USAW-L1, ACSM-EIM

Mike is an all around strength sports enthusiast who holds a B.S. in Exercise Science, an M.S. in Exercise and Sport Physiology and is pursuing his Ph.D. in Health and Human Performance. In addition to academic credentials he also holds numerous certifications such as Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, USA Weightlifting Sport Performance Coach, and ACSM Exercise is Medicine. He has competed at high levels in Powerlifting, Weightlifting, and now Strongman. He has a garage gym which he loves to workout in and try new equipment as well as experiment with different exercises. In his free time he is either playing with his dog Bernie, writing fiction, or playing video games. He is interested in the latest and greatest in fitness and gym equipment and technology and loves to try new things.

Apparel

• Nike Savaleos Weightlifting Shoe Review
• Nike Romaleos 4 Weightlifting Shoe Review

Best Cardio Equipment

• The 11 Best Cardio Machines of 2025 (Tested & Reviewed)
• Best Ellipticals in 2025, Tested and Picked by Experts
• The 7 Best Recumbent Bikes for Small Spaces, Streaming, Seniors, and More
• The 8 Best Treadmills for Running (2025), Tested by Fitness Experts
• Best Plyometric Boxes for Stacking, Softness, and More

Best Strength Equipment

• The Best Grip Strengtheners in 2025, Expert Tested and Reviewed
• The 5 Best Folding Squat Racks for Compact Home Gyms (2025)
• The Best Power Racks with Lat Pulldown for Small Spaces, Beginners, Bodybuilders, and More
• The 11 Best Functional Trainers of 2025
• The Best Ab Rollers of 2025 for Beginners, Non-Slip, And More
• The Best Ab Straps of 2025 For Comfort, Durability, And More
• Best Strongman Equipments for Home Gyms
• The Best Slam Balls to Add to Your Home Gym in 2025
• The Best Punching Bags of 2025 for Price, Speed, Free-Standing, and More
• The Best Barbells for Women for Value, Competition, and More
• The Best Dip Bars of 2025 for Leg Raises, Heavy Athletes, and More

Best Supplements

• The 6 Best Sports Nutrition Certifications of 2025
• The 6 Best Nutrition Certifications of 2025
• The Best Fruit and Vegetable Supplements for Taste, Probiotics, Fiber, and More
• The Best Pre-Workout Snacks For Vitamins, Digestion, Protein, and More
• Best High-Protein Yogurts of 2025 for Weight Loss, Probiotics, Muscle Gain, and More

Cardio Equipment Reviews

• ProForm Pro 9000 Treadmill Review, Tested by Our Fitness Experts

Certifications

• The 6 Best Sports Nutrition Certifications of 2025
• The 6 Best Nutrition Certifications of 2025

Certifications

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer Course Review

Coupon

• REP Fitness Discount Codes for March 2025
• Tonal Home Gym Holiday Sale Discounts for 2025

Equipment

• PRx Home Gym Review
• Rogue RML-3W Folding Squat Rack Review
• ProForm Pro 9000 Treadmill Review, Tested by Our Fitness Experts
• Titan Fitness Lat Tower Review

Equipment

• The Best Grip Strengtheners in 2025, Expert Tested and Reviewed
• The 5 Best Folding Squat Racks for Compact Home Gyms (2025)
• The 11 Best Cardio Machines of 2025 (Tested & Reviewed)
• The Best Power Racks with Lat Pulldown for Small Spaces, Beginners, Bodybuilders, and More
• Best Ellipticals in 2025, Tested and Picked by Experts
• The 7 Best Recumbent Bikes for Small Spaces, Streaming, Seniors, and More
• The 8 Best Treadmills for Running (2025), Tested by Fitness Experts
• The 11 Best Functional Trainers of 2025
• The Best Ab Rollers of 2025 for Beginners, Non-Slip, And More
• Best Dip Belts for Comfort, Value, and More
• The Best Ab Straps of 2025 For Comfort, Durability, And More
• Best Strongman Equipments for Home Gyms
• The Best Slam Balls to Add to Your Home Gym in 2025
• Best Plyometric Boxes for Stacking, Softness, and More
• The Best Punching Bags of 2025 for Price, Speed, Free-Standing, and More
• The Best Barbells for Women for Value, Competition, and More
• The Best Dip Bars of 2025 for Leg Raises, Heavy Athletes, and More
• Best Pull-Up Assist Bands For Travel, Advanced Athletes, And More

Fitness Deals

• REP Fitness Discount Codes for March 2025
• Tonal Home Gym Holiday Sale Discounts for 2025

Fitness Gear

• Nike Savaleos Weightlifting Shoe Review
• Nike Romaleos 4 Weightlifting Shoe Review

Gift Guides

• The Complete Holiday Home Gym Gift Guide

Holiday Sales

• Rogue Fitness Holiday Sale and Discounts 2024
• iFit / NordicTrack Holiday Sale and Discounts 2024
• Tonal Home Gym Holiday Sale Discounts for 2025
• Rep Fitness Holiday Sale and Discounts 2022

Home Gym Setup

• The Complete Holiday Home Gym Gift Guide

Nutrition

• The Best Fruit and Vegetable Supplements for Taste, Probiotics, Fiber, and More
• The Best Pre-Workout Snacks For Vitamins, Digestion, Protein, and More
• Best High-Protein Yogurts of 2025 for Weight Loss, Probiotics, Muscle Gain, and More

Nutrition

• CBUM Thavage Pre-Workout Review
• Legion Pulse Pre-Workout Review
• Huge Supplements Exterminate Fat Burner Review

Recovery

• Best Home Saunas of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by Fitness Experts

Recovery Equipment

• Best Home Saunas of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by Fitness Experts

Reviews

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer Course Review
• PRx Home Gym Review
• Rogue RML-3W Folding Squat Rack Review
• ProForm Pro 9000 Treadmill Review, Tested by Our Fitness Experts
• CBUM Thavage Pre-Workout Review
• Titan Fitness Lat Tower Review
• Legion Pulse Pre-Workout Review
• Huge Supplements Exterminate Fat Burner Review
• Nike Savaleos Weightlifting Shoe Review
• Nike Romaleos 4 Weightlifting Shoe Review

Roundups

• The Best Grip Strengtheners in 2025, Expert Tested and Reviewed
• The 5 Best Folding Squat Racks for Compact Home Gyms (2025)
• The 6 Best Sports Nutrition Certifications of 2025
• Best Home Saunas of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by Fitness Experts
• The 11 Best Cardio Machines of 2025 (Tested & Reviewed)
• The 6 Best Nutrition Certifications of 2025
• The Best Power Racks with Lat Pulldown for Small Spaces, Beginners, Bodybuilders, and More
• The Best Fruit and Vegetable Supplements for Taste, Probiotics, Fiber, and More
• Best Ellipticals in 2025, Tested and Picked by Experts
• The 7 Best Recumbent Bikes for Small Spaces, Streaming, Seniors, and More
• The 8 Best Treadmills for Running (2025), Tested by Fitness Experts
• The 11 Best Functional Trainers of 2025
• The Best Ab Rollers of 2025 for Beginners, Non-Slip, And More
• Best Dip Belts for Comfort, Value, and More
• The Best Ab Straps of 2025 For Comfort, Durability, And More
• Best Strongman Equipments for Home Gyms
• The Best Slam Balls to Add to Your Home Gym in 2025
• The Best Pre-Workout Snacks For Vitamins, Digestion, Protein, and More
• Best Plyometric Boxes for Stacking, Softness, and More
• The Best Punching Bags of 2025 for Price, Speed, Free-Standing, and More
• The Best Barbells for Women for Value, Competition, and More
• The Best Dip Bars of 2025 for Leg Raises, Heavy Athletes, and More
• Best High-Protein Yogurts of 2025 for Weight Loss, Probiotics, Muscle Gain, and More
• Best Pull-Up Assist Bands For Travel, Advanced Athletes, And More

Strength Equipment Guides

• How to Build a DIY Squat Rack

Strength Equipment Reviews

• PRx Home Gym Review
• Rogue RML-3W Folding Squat Rack Review
• Titan Fitness Lat Tower Review

Supplement Reviews

• CBUM Thavage Pre-Workout Review
• Legion Pulse Pre-Workout Review
• Huge Supplements Exterminate Fat Burner Review

Support Gear

• Best Dip Belts for Comfort, Value, and More
• Best Pull-Up Assist Bands For Travel, Advanced Athletes, And More

Training

• How to Build a DIY Squat Rack