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Interval Training on Your Thumb

Apr

1

2014

Interval Training on Your Thumb What if you could have everything you need for interval training on your thumb? Sounds too good to be true. But not with the Set Starter. I’ve you’ve been with me for a while you might remember when I first reviewed the Set Starter wearable interval timer nearly two years ...

Troy Barbell Kettlebell Review – World’s First Kettlebell POV

Feb

25

2014

We had to do it, we had to do a kettlebell review with the world’s first kettlebell POV video. Perfect Combo It was the perfect combo: a kettlebell from Troy Barbell Company, a GoPro Hero3+ Black, and myself. Oh it was fun. The guys over at Troy Barbell have been incredible in two ways: generous ...

Standing Revolution: How to Convince Your Office Manager to Let You Stand Up at Work

Aug

7

2012

When people walk through my area at work people wonder if it is standing room only. That’s because the standing revolution is on. Here’s a guest post to help you join the revolution. There’s a lot of talk lately about the dangers of spending too much time sitting down — and with more and more ...

Interview with Matthew Palfrey of Brute Force Sandbags Europe

Jun

7

2012

Fitness equipment can’t get much simpler than sand in a bag. Check out this interview to find out more where I get to talk with Matthew Palfrey from Brute Force Sandbags Europe. The irony of this interview is almost too good to pass up. I live within an hour of the headquarters for BruteForce Sandbags, ...

Softball Pullup Grips | DIY Fitness Equipment

Dec

17

2011

Anytime you can use a welder is cool. Here’s a fun project for your home gym – softball pullup grips. This DIY fitness equipment project is pretty simple and will let you build grips of steel. Where Did I Get This Idea? I may be creative, but I also love learning from others. The idea ...

Learn How To Use The Kettlebell

Sep

6

2011

There are many ways to learn how to use the kettlebell as an effective device to burn fat, build muscle, and improve cardiovascular conditioning. The kettlebell, a simple weight with a handle on top has earned a reputation as one of the most effective fitness devices you can use. But let’s say you want to ...

Perfect Push-Up | Another Gadget Failure

Aug

30

2011

The fitness industry is filled, I mean completely filled, with gadgets espousing extraordinary benefits. These gadgets, often sold through late night TV, offer to be the instant cure to building muscle. The sad reality is that most are sheer bunk; worthless plastic sold through excessive hype. One of those gadgets is the Perfect Push-Up. This ...

Does the Perfect-Pullup™ Do Anything?

Jul

29

2011

You’ve seen it. You’ve seen the Perfect-Pullup™ sitting on the shelves. You’ve probably even wondered if it works. Well not so fast. According to a recent study comparing pull-ups, chin-ups, and the Perfect-Pullup™ concluded: The Perfect·Pullup™ rotational device does not appear to enhance muscular recruitment when compared to the conventional pull-up or chin-up. But the ...

Burn Belly Fat By Jumping Rope | Workout For Fitness

May

18

2011

Jumping rope – kids’ game or awesome fat burner? Both! Adding jumping rope into your workout for fitness can help burn belly fat. Try these variations with me as I burn belly fat and try to stay untangled from my jump rope. by andrewmalone Burn Belly Fat Why would this kids’ game be such an awesome ...