You may have heard would-be body culturists say, "Aw gee, how can I train? There is no gymnasium around here, and any way if there was, I couldn't afford it." Actually, hundreds of young men have presented this problem to me, hoping that I would be able to solve the little difficulty for them. It… Continue reading George F. Jowett, Why Home Exercise is the Best (c. 1925)
Well ... it finally happened. Gyms are beginning to open around the world. Lifters rejoice! Now I've previously discussed my own training struggles down the global lockdowns. For the first time in my life I was unable to go to the gym, had virtually no access to a barbell and ... somehow ... I survived.… Continue reading How Has Gym Equipment Changed Over Time?
Lifters today often take machine training for granted. From leg presses to leg extensions, its easy to think that such inventions have existed since the dawn of the gym age. This of course, is entirely wrong. While machines have crept into nearly every gym these days, lifters in the past century had to be inventive… Continue reading Sigmund Klein and the invention of Leg Curl?
This, admittedly, is an article promoted by the Covid-19 pandemic. For the past three months, gyms in my area have been closed or reopened on restricted times. The market for home gym equipment has seen unprecedented levels of demand and adjustable dumbbells are selling for two or three times their original value. Today's post looks… Continue reading The History of Powerblock Dumbbells
While we’re not really sure when people decided to sweat it out in the privacy of their homes, but we’re glad they did. However, the home gym went through many stages during its history and it has a bright future ahead of it. So, if you’re a proud home gym owner (or a future owner)… Continue reading Guest Post: THE HISTORY, EVOLUTION, AND FUTURE OF THE HOME GYM
You may have heard would-be body culturists say, "Aw gee, how can I train? There is no gymnasium around here, and any way if there was, I couldn't afford it." Actually, hundreds of young men have presented this problem to me, hoping that I would be able to solve the little difficulty for them. It… Continue reading George F. Jowett, Why Home Exercise is the Best (c. 1925)
(Image Source) In the world of modern fitness, more and more people are opting to take their gym efforts into their own home. As equipment gets cheaper, it’s getting a lot easier to get your hands on it, and a lot of people are taking advantage of it. Of course, though, knowing what to use… Continue reading A Home Gym Which Fits Everything In
When we think about going to the gym it’s usually accompanied by thoughts of money. For example, how much money does a gym subscription cost, how many months do you plan to go for, is it sustainable, or would it be better to get your own gym equipment? Unless you’re loaded with money and you… Continue reading Expensive Equipment Isn’t Needed for a Good Workout
Lifters today often take machine training for granted. From leg presses to leg extensions, its easy to think that such inventions have existed since the dawn of the gym age. This of course, is entirely wrong. While machines have crept into nearly every gym these days, lifters in the past century had to be inventive… Continue reading Sigmund Klein and the invention of Leg Curl?
Credit: Home is where the heart is. So if you have a passion for living a healthy and happy lifestyle, your home is the perfect venue to lay those foundations. Making the switch from gym-goer to home muscle grower can bring many rewards to your training and general life. Here’s why: SaveTime For most people,… Continue reading 5 Compelling Reasons To Turn Your Home Into A Fitness Temple
