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Train Bare: The Best Barefoot and Minimalist Shoes for Strength Work

Note: Some links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you pick something up through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. There’s a reason more lifters are ditching thick, cushioned trainers for shoes that feel like you’re barely wearing any at all. Barefoot shoes aren’t just about

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Stay Salty: A Practical Guide to Electrolytes and Hydration

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How to Warm Up for the Big Lifts: Squat, Hinge, Push, and Pull

This article contains affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the lights on and the gym chalk stocked. Warm Up Like You Mean It Warming up doesn’t have to be a 20-minute yoga routine that eats your whole workout. It’s

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Grip It and Rip It: The Smart Lifter’s Guide to Straps, Grips, and Chalk

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Why Every Lifter Should Own a Dip Belt (Even If You’re Not a Powerlifter)

Note: Some links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you pick something up through them, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. We only recommend gear and supplements we’d actually use ourselves. If you’ve been knocking out bodyweight dips and pull-ups for a while, you’ve probably hit

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