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A single social media post announcing you used an “assault bike” will earn you oohs and ahhs and virtual fist bumps. The name alone insinuates that you went through a crushing workout that taxed your body and self-discipline. If you’re new to fitness, the air bike, which often sits near rowing machines in Cross Fit […]

Boxing provides an excellent workout, but you may not always want to go to the gym to enjoy the sport. Luckily, you don’t have to. You can simply build a boxing gym of your own. Most boxing equipment, like heavy bags and speed bags, are available for at-home training.  If you’re thinking about getting your

Punching bags are a great way to practice your boxing form or pack some extra cardio into your home routine.  Maybe you’ve just bought your first hanging punching bag. You’re excited to hang it up at home and get started on your workout, but you can’t find a sturdy beam in the ceiling to install

With several different styles on the market, finding the right shoe to match your needs can prove to be a difficult task. Most people might think it is acceptable to use a standard running shoe for all types of athletic situations, but this may not be the wisest decision. Instead, cross-training shoes—which are often mistaken

Did you know that using a punching bag can reduce stress, tone your muscles, and promote good heart health? The bag’s weight adds a lot of resistance to make your workout more challenging and fun. But have you considered taking this classic exercise outdoors? Hitting your bag outside can give you a breath of fresh

The beauty of having a treadmill in your apartment is you can run indoors no matter how bad the weather is outside.  However, selecting the perfect treadmill for your small apartment is easier said than done.  The market is flooded with treadmills of varying sizes, types and prices.  Let’s take a look at how to

Growing up, my family always had a membership to the local YMCA during the summer months. And I loved it because it meant that I could go swimming whenever I wanted. My mom loved it cause she used their gym equipment, and my brother loved playing basketball there. As I got older, having a pool

Riding a bike is one of the best cardio exercises you can do, and that’s true whether that bike is taking you miles down the road or sitting stationary in your living room. Many people choose an exercise bike because it’s convenient and safer than biking outdoors, especially in cities. Others use an exercise bike

If you’re looking for a great exercise that you can do at home without needing any gear, then air squats are the perfect solution. Air squats are just doing squats without weights in your hands, which means you get all the benefits of squats without needing gym equipment. The great thing about air squats is

If you’re looking for a good way to stay fit and healthy, but want to make the most of your exercise time, then you might be wondering whether you should do some HIIT training or CrossFit. Or, is there really any difference between these two popular workout options? Feeling the time crunch of limited workout

If you compete, or even just dabble recreationally in the age-old sport of boxing, learning how to properly and thoroughly clean your boxing gloves may be way down on your list of priorities. However, for the sake of your own performance, hygiene and the general competitive atmosphere in which you intend to use them, not