Planet Fitness Barbell Weights: Types, Effective Weights, and Training Strategies
Planet Fitness primarily offers fixed-weight barbells ranging from 20 to 120 pounds and a counterbalanced Smith machine bar with an effective weight o...
By Alex
Category: Fitness Equipment
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Manduka Mats: The Essential Guide to Breaking In for Optimal Grip
Breaking in a Manduka mat, especially the PRO series, is essential to enhance its grip and performance, primarily achieved through Manduka's recommend...
By Alex
Yoga Blocks: Closed-Cell Foam, Other Materials, and How to Choose
Most foam yoga blocks are made from closed-cell foam due to its superior density, durability, and moisture resistance, which are crucial for stable su...
By Jordan
Erg Machine: Invention, Evolution, and Impact of the Concept2 Rower
The Concept2 Indoor Rower, commonly known as the erg machine, was invented by brothers Dick and Pete Dreissigacker, founders of Concept2, who introduc...
By Alex
Pilates Reformers: Understanding Their High Cost, Design, Materials, and Value
Pilates reformers are expensive due to their intricate design, use of high-grade materials, precision engineering, extensive adjustability, continuous...
By Jordan
Treadmills: Motorized vs. Non-Motorized, Benefits, and Choosing the Right One
Not all treadmills have motors; while motorized treadmills are common, a significant and growing category operates solely on user effort, providing di...
By Alex
Schwinn 570U Flywheel: Understanding Its Weight and Importance
The Schwinn 570U upright exercise bike features a 13-pound (5.9 kg) perimeter-weighted flywheel, which is crucial for a smooth and consistent cycling ...
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CrossFit Bar: Definition, Key Features, and Versatility in Training
A CrossFit bar is a specialized type of Olympic barbell designed to withstand the diverse and high-intensity demands of CrossFit training, incorporati...
By Alex
Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells: Durability, Common Issues, and Maintenance
Bowflex adjustable dumbbells, like other mechanical fitness equipment, can experience wear, tear, or breakage under certain conditions, though they ar...
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