Category: Exercise Equipment

Battle ropes, or power ropes, were developed by John Brookfield as weighted ropes to build speed, power, strength, and mental endurance.

Treadmills, elliptical trainers, bicycles, stair climbers, rowing machines, dumbbells, barbells, medicine balls: there are many types of equipment for cardio and strength training.

Weighted vests make easier exercises suddenly vigorous. These vests can yield many benefits like muscular and cardiovascular endurance – but should be used very carefully.

Fitness trainers create fitness plans for their clients but also need to have the right personality for the job. Choosing the right trainer could be the difference between success and failure at the gym.

Spotters are individuals who help and support a trainer when weight lifting. Usually, their roles are to be able to help a trainer should anything go wrong, or assist them in lifting.

Battle or battling ropes used in training have been around for longer than you think – learn the history and how they work!

Are you an experienced bodybuilder? Or did you just start and hope to make exercise a habit, even for just a few minutes each day? Regardless your situation, we have outlined the benefits and drawbacks of training at home and at a gym, so that you can decide which option suits you best.