Jake Herod

Nashville

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Future App Review

Nov 10, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Whether you’re a rookie or a vet, having a personal trainer lead you through workouts can improve your overall fitness journey. While paying for personal training sessions on top of a gym membership can be a bit pricey, online programs like the Future app are an excellent alternative for those who want the benefits of a personal trainer in their home gym.
Bells of Steel Hydra Rack Review

Nov 3, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. The key to any solid home gym is finding the perfect centerpiece. Some may opt for a high-tech smart gym, cable machine lovers may want a functional trainer, but those who love working out with a barbell should target a power rack like the Bells of Steel Hydra Rack. From start to finish, this power rack is fully customizable.
REP Fitness Double Black Diamond Power Bar Review

Oct 26, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Many home gym weight thrashers opt for a multi-purpose barbell to incorporate Olympic and CrossFit-style workouts into their routine, but if you’re looking to stick to the big three (squat, bench, and deadlift), then a classic powerlifting bar is all you need. One of the hottest bars on the market — and one of our favorites — is the REP Fitness Double Black Diamond Power Bar.
Again Faster Pursuit Olympic Barbell Review

Oct 19, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. If you have enough space to build a full home gym, a barbell is one of the best investments you can make due to its sheer versatility. The market is flooded with high quality barbells, but one of our favorites, especially for CrossFit workouts, is the Again Faster Pursuit Olympic Barbell.
REP Fitness Hades Deadlift Bar Review

Oct 13, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Barbells come in many shapes and sizes, and while many home gym owners opt for an all-purpose bar to use across all their lifts, specialty barbells like the REP Fitness Hades Deadlift Bar are designed to help athletes excel in specific lifts. This deadlift-specific barbell features an aggressive mountain knurling, and the shaft is both longer and thinner in diameter than your average power bar.
Redwood Outdoors Alaskan Cold Plunge Review

Sep 22, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

While cold plunging has been around for hundreds of years, its popularity has grown in recent years, leading to a host of cold plunge tubs flooding the market. They come in various shapes and sizes, but one of our favorite cold plunges — and our top choice for small spaces — is the Redwood Outdoors Alaskan Cold Plunge. This barrel-shaped plunge consists of a Scandinavian Thermowood exterior with a plastic interior for insulation.
Bells of Steel Barenaked Powerlifting Bar 2.0 Review

Sep 14, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

Many home gym owners opt for the versatility of a multi-purpose barbell, but dedicated powerlifters might be better off targeting a powerlifting-specific bar.
REP Fitness BlackWing Weight Bench Review

Sep 8, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

An adjustable weight bench is a no-brainer for home gyms, as it allows for an array of exercises like dumbbell shoulder presses, chest-supported lateral raises, and incline bench presses. FID benches (flat, incline, decline) like the REP Fitness BlackWing open up the options even more because they allow you to incorporate into your workout arsenal. Plus, if you purchase the optional leg roller, you can perform Nordic curls and decline sit-ups as well.
Inergize Cold Plunge Review

Aug 31, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

If you’re new to the idea of cold plunging, it’s exactly what it sounds like — plunging into frigid water (sub-50 degrees) to take advantage of potential benefits, like speeding up and boosting immunity. While most dedicated cold plunges dominate a lot of space and aren’t portable, the Inergize Cold Plunge dodges these issues with its inflatable design, which allows it to be packed down and stored in a duffle bag when deflated.
REP Fitness Colorado Bar Review

Aug 24, 2023 | barbend.com | Jake Herod

A high-caliber barbell is a staple of any home gym, and the REP Fitness Colorado Bar could be the only one you need. Since it’s a multi-use bar, the Colorado has traits you’ll find with both powerlifting and Olympic barbells. This means it has both IPF International Powerlifting Federation) and IWF (International Weightlifting Federation) knurl markings (as well as a moderate yet grippy knurling.