Many still work from home but have moved their fitness routines back to the gym. Yes, the social aspect is nice, and the accountability to workout buddies or trainers contributes to compliance. This separation of work from fitness does have its place. But as a professional trainer, single father, and full-time Work From Home (WFH) […]
If you’re trying to go faster in the water or just get a little exercise, you need a quality pair of swim goggles that don’t leak or fog and stay comfortably in place during your workout. Research has found that ill-fitting goggles aren’t just uncomfortable; they can also increase fluid pressure in the eye (yuck). […]
It’s no secret that staying in shape throughout middle age and later years is tough. For those of us who hunt, that reality hits home even more. The inability to keep your body active also means the inability to get up the mountain. MTNTOUGH’s Preseason Prep 50+ aims to keep you capable in the field. […]
Venturing off-road can provide a mental lift to your weekly routine and reap huge fitness gains. While we’ve all taken our road shoes to the trail, having specific trail running shoes will elevate your off-road game. The perfect shoe is the calculus of individual fit and the type of trail you run on. To collect feedback, […]
Dumbbells can be used for everything from competitive powerlifting training to cardio dance classes. They can apply to a nearly unlimited amount of movements and work almost any muscle in your body. But selecting a dumbbell isn’t as simple as picking one up and lifting it. Dumbbells can range in weight from one pound to […]
While not as well-known as dumbbells and barbells, kettlebell weights are among the most versatile and (dare we say) fun pieces of workout equipment you’ll find. With their simple design (it’s basically a ball of metal with a handle), the best kettlebells offer an incredible array of uses in the fitness world. Kettlebell weights range […]
Rucking is simply walking while carrying weight in a backpack. The term originates from the word “rucksack,” and we all know what that is. The military officially terms it “foot marches”; walking with weight is a primary activity to prepare for military entrance tests. I’m a curmudgeon and scoffed at what seemed like a marketing […]
If you own a pair of boobs you understand the struggle of finding the perfect sports bra. The unsung (often invisible) heroes of any outdoor activity, sports bras can make or break a day. When it’s right, we forget about it. When it’s wrong, it becomes the bane of our existence. We won’t pretend that […]
Thanks to advancements in fabric technology and design, today’s running shorts are better than ever. Overall, materials are lighter, more comfortable, and offer better mobility. All running shorts should allow you to move freely — that’s a given. The best running shorts, however, should not only provide freedom of movement, but also keep moisture at […]
While foam rollers are great, it’s hard to beat the healing power of a massage. Over the past five or so years, percussive therapy has changed how gym-goers and physical therapists treat soreness and chronic pain and relieve the buildup of lactic acid. Best of all, quality massage guns (a.k.a. percussion massagers) are a portable, powerful, one-time investment. […]