In the past couple of days, I have ordered a few more random items to throw in my bag.
Captains of Crush Gripper - Trainer
This is the 100# version of the grip trainer, I have been playing with the past couple of months. A fun toy and Valentine's Day present from my wife.
JOBY GorillaPod Mobile Mini
I was capturing video of the 2020 Open Workouts and occasionally capture a 1RM here and there. For $15, I wanted to try a small stand, rather than perching on plates and the rig. My gym is having an In-House comp and I would like to capture some video.
Fitness Barbell Pad
This $10 beauty is going to save me a lot of frustration. At my incredibly well equipped 9000 square foot Crossfit gym, we have easily 30 barbells, 30 abmats, 20 Concept 2 Rowers, 4 Rogue Echo Bikes, 1 Rogue Air Assault Runner, 1 Concept 2 Ski Erg, 2 GHD, Reverse Hyper, Rhino Belt Squat, 2 Bandbell Bars, 2 Hypervolt percussion massagers, thousands of pounds of plates, but only 2 barbell pads.
Normally, I would say who needs a barbell pad?? However, the programming the past month has included an accessory movement that has been amazing for glute activation and I believe has specifically helped my squat and frequent lower back pain. The Hip Thruster is a great accessory movement, but places a line contact on the hips. As a result me and my classmates scramble for the 2 barbell pads, then start folding yoga mats and finally grab sweatshirts to cushion the interface between the hips and the barbell.
By tomorrow, no later than 9:00 PM, Amazon claims that I will have my very own barbell pad! I was surprised at the vast array of offerings from $5 pads I am used to seeing at gyms the last 30 years, to the $10 pads made with high density foam which I ordered, to a $50 Hip Thrust Pad with multi-layered well technology to distribute the load while relieving pressure to the pelvis. I am no one to shy away from unitaskers, but this was over the top even for me.
2POOD Straight Weighlifting Belt
I have been eyeing these despite my being perfectly satisfied with my leather belt and nylon belt. For a mere $60, I could give this a whirl. For my 42" waist across my belly button, a Large belt (38.5-42.5 inches) should fit perfect and leave room if I lose weight. I like "The Ranch" and "Operator" the best. Not pulling the trigger yet.
No Bull Project - Dark Grey Gum Trainers (9.5)
These seem expensive at $129, but I want to give No Bull a shot. At least they offer free shipping on orders over $99 and they have a good return policy. They also have retail stores in New York, Boston and Miami.
Captains of Crush Gripper - Trainer
This is the 100# version of the grip trainer, I have been playing with the past couple of months. A fun toy and Valentine's Day present from my wife.
JOBY GorillaPod Mobile Mini
I was capturing video of the 2020 Open Workouts and occasionally capture a 1RM here and there. For $15, I wanted to try a small stand, rather than perching on plates and the rig. My gym is having an In-House comp and I would like to capture some video.
Fitness Barbell Pad
This $10 beauty is going to save me a lot of frustration. At my incredibly well equipped 9000 square foot Crossfit gym, we have easily 30 barbells, 30 abmats, 20 Concept 2 Rowers, 4 Rogue Echo Bikes, 1 Rogue Air Assault Runner, 1 Concept 2 Ski Erg, 2 GHD, Reverse Hyper, Rhino Belt Squat, 2 Bandbell Bars, 2 Hypervolt percussion massagers, thousands of pounds of plates, but only 2 barbell pads.
Normally, I would say who needs a barbell pad?? However, the programming the past month has included an accessory movement that has been amazing for glute activation and I believe has specifically helped my squat and frequent lower back pain. The Hip Thruster is a great accessory movement, but places a line contact on the hips. As a result me and my classmates scramble for the 2 barbell pads, then start folding yoga mats and finally grab sweatshirts to cushion the interface between the hips and the barbell.
By tomorrow, no later than 9:00 PM, Amazon claims that I will have my very own barbell pad! I was surprised at the vast array of offerings from $5 pads I am used to seeing at gyms the last 30 years, to the $10 pads made with high density foam which I ordered, to a $50 Hip Thrust Pad with multi-layered well technology to distribute the load while relieving pressure to the pelvis. I am no one to shy away from unitaskers, but this was over the top even for me.
2POOD Straight Weighlifting Belt
I have been eyeing these despite my being perfectly satisfied with my leather belt and nylon belt. For a mere $60, I could give this a whirl. For my 42" waist across my belly button, a Large belt (38.5-42.5 inches) should fit perfect and leave room if I lose weight. I like "The Ranch" and "Operator" the best. Not pulling the trigger yet.
No Bull Project - Dark Grey Gum Trainers (9.5)
These seem expensive at $129, but I want to give No Bull a shot. At least they offer free shipping on orders over $99 and they have a good return policy. They also have retail stores in New York, Boston and Miami.
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