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Leather vs Cotton vs Nylon Lifting Straps: Which Are Better?
As a personal trainer, part of my job is to help my clients pick the best training equipment, so I’m often asked which material would be best for lifting straps: leather, nylon, or cotton. Cotton l...

Wearing Knee Sleeves For Squats: Tips + How Much Do They Help?
As a powerlifting coach, I’m often asked if it’s worth wearing knee sleeves for squats, how they help, and how much additional weight one can expect to lift when wearing them. Here’s my response: ...

7 Arten von Hebegurten (Erklärung der Vor- und Nachteile und welches das Beste ist)
Gewichthebergürtel gibt es in verschiedenen Stilen, Dicken und Materialien, und je nachdem, welche Arten von Aktivitäten und Übungen Sie im Fitnessstudio machen, kann ein Typ besser sein als andere...

How, Why, and When to Use Wrist Wraps in Weightlifting
When I started lifting seriously, I quickly learned that wrist support is crucial. I often felt discomfort in my wrists when attempting heavier lifts. That’s when I decided to give wrist wraps a t...

What are the Benefits of Wrist Wraps for CrossFit and Weightlifting?
If you're serious about lifting—whether it's heavy squats, snatches, or your latest CrossFit WOD—you're likely familiar with the importance of having the right gear. Among the essentials, wrist wra...

Build a MONSTER Chest with These 5 Moves! Danny Swole's Chest Workout
Are you ready to transform your chest workout into a powerhouse session? If you’re looking to build a strong, sculpted chest, you’ve landed in the right spot! Join us as we break down Danny Swole’s...

Gymreapers Strength Kit: The Best Strength Training Gear for Powerlifters and Weightlifters
Strength training isn’t just about lifting heavier. It’s about consistency, injury prevention, and using the right tools to enhance performance. If you’re serious about powerlifting, weightlifti...

Maximize Your Push Day: Ultimate Chest, Triceps, & Shoulders Workout for All Levels
Discover the ultimate Push day workout for chest, triceps, and shoulders with Gymreapers athlete Jack West. Build muscle and strength with these key exercises.

4 Tips For Wearing Wrist Wraps For Bench Press & Do They Help
As a powerlifting coach, I’m often asked whether wearing wrist wraps for bench press is worth it, how much they help, and how to wear them correctly. Wrist wraps are helpful for anyone who wants to...

Should You Use Wrist Wraps For Squats? Coach Answers
If you’ve ever squatted heavy, you’ll know that there can be an incredible amount of stress placed on your wrists. Even more so for those squatting in a “low bar” position, which requires the wri...

3 Types of Wrist Wraps Explained (Which Are The Best?)
Wrist wraps can provide stability and support to help you lift heavier weights more safely, but over the years working as a strength coach I've noticed that lifters are often confused about which t...

Do Wrist Wraps Weaken Your Wrist & Forearm? A Coach Answers
Wrist wraps support the wrist joint by limiting excessive bending when lifting heavy, so you may be wondering if the assistance they provide will weaken your wrist and forearms over time. As a stre...

Wie lang sollten Handgelenkbandagen sein? 12 vs. 18 vs. 20 vs. 24 Zoll erklärt
Wenn Sie bereit sind, in ein Paar Handgelenkbandagen zu investieren, um Ihre Handgelenke stark und stabil unter schweren Belastungen zu halten, haben Sie vielleicht bemerkt, dass es sie in mehreren...

Benötigen Sie Handgelenkbandagen mit einer Daumenschlaufe? Plus, wie zu tragen
Wenn es um die Wahl eines Satzes Handgelenkbandagen geht, sind die Leute oft verwirrt darüber, was die Daumenschlaufe macht und wie man Bandagen richtig trägt, wenn sie daran befestigt sind. Die ...

Sollten Wrist Wraps steif oder flexibel sein?
Wenn es um die Wahl zwischen steifen und flexiblen Handgelenkbandagen geht, gibt es viele Diskussionen und Verwirrung. Während einige argumentieren, dass steife Handgelenkbandagen mehr Halt und S...

Sollten Sie Handgelenkbandagen für Liegestütze tragen? Ein Coach antwortet
Liegestütze sind eine großartige Übung, die mehrere Muskelgruppen im Körper trainiert, aber manche Menschen verpassen die Vorteile von Liegestützen, weil sie Schmerzen und Beschwerden in den Handg...

Worauf Sie beim Kauf von Handgelenkbandagen für CrossFit achten sollten
CrossFit ist ein intensiver Sport und Trainingsstil, und einige Lifter können Beschwerden oder Verletzungen am Handgelenk erleiden. Während Handgelenksverletzungen nicht ausschließlich CrossFit vo...