Kate Meier

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Head of Content at Garage Gym Reviews

Runner. Momma. Outdoorser. Ohio U alum. Puppies!

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Bench Press Standards

Dec 5, 2024 | barbend.com | Alex Polish |Kate Meier |Ben Emminger |Jake Boly

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. “How much ya bench?” Whether it’s your first experience in the gym or you’ve loaded up your best barbell countless times for heavy training, this question always seems to present itself when talking about strength.
Gym Memberships on a Budget

Dec 5, 2024 | barbend.com | Alex Polish |Kate Meier |Ben Emminger

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Studies suggest that staying active can be a good way to cut future healthcare costs. (1) However, the prices associated with even the best budget home gym equipment can be too costly for some, and high-priced gym memberships are often barriers to achieving your fitness goals.
Titan Fan Bike Review (2024)

Nov 27, 2024 | barbend.com | Alex Polish |Kate Meier |Randall Colburn |Matt Cummings

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Many of the best exercise bikes are suited for long, steady rides perfect for endurance training or zoning out with some Netflix. But on air bikes like the Titan Fan Bike? Not so much. “Air bike sessions wipe me out,” says BarBend expert reviewer Amanda Caprito.
Tru Grit Runner Review (2024)

Nov 21, 2024 | barbend.com | Alex Polish |Kate Meier |Rosie Borchert

Running on one of the best manual treadmills — like the Grit Runner from Tru Grit — can help improve your running form and burn more calories than running outside or on a motorized treadmill, thanks to its self-propelled design that requires you to power every step. (1) Plus, it’s just really fun to feel like a hamster on a hamster wheel, right?
Rogue Resistance Bands Review (2024)

Nov 21, 2024 | barbend.com | Alex Polish |Kate Meier |Rosie Borchert

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Rogue Resistance Bands are the Swiss Army knife of fitness gear: they’re versatile, durable, and small enough that you can carry one around in your purse and pull it out for a little workout whenever you get the urge.
13 Best Treadmills for Home in 2024, Tested by Experts

Nov 21, 2024 | garagegymreviews.com | Kate Meier |Nicole Davis |Amanda Capritto

We test and review fitness products based on an independent, multi-point methodology. If you use our links to purchase something, we may earn a commission. Read our disclosures. The 13 Best Treadmills for Your Home Gym in 2024, According to Personal TrainersA treadmill is a staple in just about any commercial gym, and for good reason: These versatile machines consistently deliver a heart-pumping cardio workout.
Vulcan Scull Rower Review (2024)

Nov 21, 2024 | barbend.com | Alex Polish |Kate Meier |Matt Cummings

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. The fan-powered resistance of air rowers makes them some of the best rowing machines for interval training and intense workouts. Each stroke on the Vulcan Scull Rower matches your effort — the harder you pull, the harder you work. Its heavy steel frame aims to reduce the wobble often felt on lighter rowers, freeing you up to focus on heart-pounding rows.
Sunny Health & Fitness Cardio Climber Review (2024)

Nov 21, 2024 | barbend.com | Alex Polish |Kate Meier |Matt Cummings

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. By combining the smooth glide of the best ellipticals with the vertical orientation of stair-climbing machines, the Sunny Health & Fitness Cardio Climber works to supercharge your cardio sessions by pitting you against our old friend — gravity.
Nutrition & Strength Training for Trans Athletes

Nov 18, 2024 | barbend.com | Kate Meier |Alex Polish

Whether you’re a long-time gym lover or just someone who’s trying to get a grasp on the best nutritional strategies for your body, you might have some trouble finding training advice or nutrition guidance if you’re a trans or nonbinary athlete.
Best Powerlifting Barbells (2024)

Nov 17, 2024 | barbend.com | Alex Polish |Kate Meier |Rosie Borchert |Amanda Capritto

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Sure, a barbell is a barbell. But also…is it? Yes, you can use any of the best barbells out there to do your basic powerlifting moves — that’s squatting, benching, and deadlifting, of course — but to really make the most out of your training, you’ll want a bar with some differences than the ones you’d find Olympic weightlifting or doing CrossFit.