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Reviews

The most detailed reviews in the business, each with a focus on helping you make informed decisions.

Bells of Steel Lat Pulldown Review (2023)

Quick Overview The Bells of Steel Lat Pulldown is a quality selectorized machine with a 310 lb weight stack and great versatility. You can use it for lat...

Snode Adjustable Dumbbells Review (2023)

Quick Overview The Snode Adjustable Dumbbells are fast, efficient, and versatile home gym dumbbells. With heavy-duty iron construction, a traditional shape, and an 80 lb weight capacity, they're...

Vulcan Thrasher Air Bike Review (2023)

Quick Overview The Vulcan Thrasher Air Bike is one of the most heavy-duty air bikes on the market. It has a 350 lb weight capacity and weighs 137...

Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells Review (2023)

Quick Overview The Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells are some of the most popular and well-known adjustables on the market. They're ideal for beginners and recreational lifters because...

Best of 2023

See the best gym equipment for 2023 so you can buy with confidence.

8 Best Squat Racks in 2023: Top Picks for All Budgets

A squat rack is one of the most important pieces of equipment in any gym. With a squat rack, a barbell, some weight plates, and a weight bench, you...

13 Best Weight Benches in 2023: Top Picks for Flat and Adjustable Benches

A weight bench is one of the most important pieces of gym equipment that most lifters can own. I consider it to be one of the 'core four': a...

8 Best Adjustable Dumbbells in 2023: Top Picks for Your Home Gym

A set of adjustable dumbbells is one of the most versatile and efficient things you can add to a home gym. They take up considerably less space than traditional...

9 Best Weightlifting Shoes in 2023: Powerlifting, CrossFit, and More

Weightlifting Shoes are an invaluable training tool for serious lifters. A proper pair of "lifters" can increase support, put you in better lifting positions, and enhance performance. We've tested all...

Advice

Insightful articles including buying guides, equipment benefits, tips & strategies, and much more.

16 Types of Barbells To Elevate Your Training in 2023

Did you know that there are dozens of different types of barbells? From traditional Olympic barbells to niche specialty bars, there's no shortage of tools to help you reach your...

The Ultimate Guide to Building a Budget Home Gym (2023)

Let's be honest here... Building a home gym isn't always the cheapest endeavor. Depending on a number of factors, including quality, brand, product, etc... a home gym can vary wildly in...

10 Must-Use Craigslist Tips for Finding Used Gym Equipment

Let's be honest for a second... Buying gym equipment isn't cheap. It can actually be pretty freakin' expensive. But it doesn't have to be. I'm a HUGE advocate for sourcing gym equipment...

Inspiration

Step into real home gyms around the world to find inspiration, get ideas, and read stories of actual home gym owners.

Step Into This Competitive Powerlifter’s Compact Home Gym

Meet Brian. Brian is an accountant from Arkansas who has transformed half of his two-car garage into a beautiful powerlifting home gym. As an award-winning powerlifter...

Step into Shawn Donaldson’s Basement Gym

Meet Shawn. Shawn is a former collegiate offensive lineman at Kent State and now a father, husband, high school teacher, curator of morninglifter.com, and a...

Step into This Navy Veteran’s Incredible Garage Gym: Illuminati Iron

Meet Joe. Joe is a veteran U.S. Navy Officer and current Certified Personal Trainer living in San Diego, CA. I first learned of Joe and Illuminati...