Author: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) Reviewed by: Sergii Putsov (20 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) fact checked I have picked up the best liquid chalk for lifting in this article. Read about the properties, effects, pros and cons of the most popular liquid gym...

Author: Tanya Shaiko (6 years of Oly Lifting & training experience) Reviewed by: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked More and more women make their way in heavy lifting, proving they are no worse than men in power sports. Obviously, they also need some...

Chalk is a simple but brilliant aid for lifters of all levels, it dries any moisture on your hands leading to better grip, and also reduces the damage done to your hand which in turn will reduce the size of any calluses on your palms. But not any chalk will...

Author: Ihor Shymechko (26 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) Reviewed by: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked While intensive and tough workouts like powerlifting and olympic weightlifting, our knees are suffering from extra tension and increasing pain during squats. For such training, you...

Author: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) Reviewed by: Sergii Putsov (20 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) fact checked Buying the wrong hook grip thumb tape can leave you full of regret: wasted money, bleeding thumbs, and missing heavy lifts! Today, we’re looking at hook...

Author: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked Athletes have come up with various ways to make heavy weights accessible for everyone. For example, choosing the best elbow wraps for lifting will step up both your results and confidence and even make your fellows jealous. It...

Author: Ihor Shymechko (26 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) Reviewed by: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked The best compression shorts for weightlifting can be made of several materials and even some unique ones like Supplex Sport. The materials will increase the breathability...

Author: Ihor Shymechko (26 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) Reviewed by: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked The best gymnastic grips can be made of various materials, but preferably leather, as it’s more durable and stronger than most other materials. These hand grips...

Author: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked I always say that safety during your workouts should be the very first priority in all terms. And the best barbell collars are one of the must-have tools to take care of this issue.  I hope that you...

Author: Ihor Shymechko (26 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) Reviewed by: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked If you are looking for the best women's wrist wraps, you have to understand which discipline you are targeting.  Some wrist wraps offer more range of...

Author: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) Reviewed by: Sergii Putsov (20 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) fact checked Weight belts for functional fitness are a real hot potato in the lifting world now. Some athletes look down on those reaching out for belts,...

Author: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) Reviewed by: Sergii Putsov (20 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) fact checked Weightlifting shoes can be a big difference-maker when lifting heavy weights. They’re designed to enhance your performance in exercises like squats, deadlifts, and Olympic lifts, while also...

Author: Ihor Shymechko (26 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) Reviewed by: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked Compared to normal shoes, squat shoes offer a range of advantages when lifting. These include better mobility, better technique, increased stability, and more of a feel...

The best protein powder for teens has a healthy balance between protein, carbs, and fat where the carbs and fat portion is kept low.  Additionally, a protein shake for teens should have enough amino acids and essential micronutrients to boost recovery.  While a protein powder for teenage athletes can be...

Author: Ihor Shymechko (26 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) Reviewed by: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) fact checked Whether you are looking to work out kinks in your muscles or just to loosen up before and after exercising, massage guns can be a great...

Author: Oleksandr Maksymenko (5 years as FPA-Certified Nutritionist, MS in Sports Dietetics) fact checked The protein powder market is estimated to grow to $18.4 billion by 2027. It's the most popular gym supplement consumed by every level of athlete, providing a convenient way to increase your protein intake and hit your...

Author: Oleksandr Maksymenko (5 years as FPA-Certified Nutritionist, MS in Sports Dietetics) fact checked Whether going to the gym or not, you’ve undoubtedly heard of proteins. And you might have heard the word ‘whey’ mentioned once or twice in that protein conversation.  I’m not here to talk about regular or traditional...

Author: Oleksiy Torokhtiy (Olympian with 21 years of Oly Lifting experience) Reviewed by: Ihor Shymechko (26 years of Oly Lifting & Training experience) fact checked Perhaps, every athlete dreams of a pair of perfect training shoes. It is the basic and the most game-changing gear for any sport activity. Without it,...

Author: Oleksandr Maksymenko (5 years as FPA-Certified Nutritionist, MS in Sports Dietetics) fact checked Protein powders have come a long way from being simple food additives used to boost your total protein intake. Supplement companies create powders that fit different peoples’ needs - from building muscle, to improving overall health, and...

Author: Oleksandr Maksymenko (5 years as FPA-Certified Nutritionist, MS in Sports Dietetics) fact checked There comes a time during working out that we need a bit of extra help to get us going. We often come across something called “Pre workout”. Gym goers take this product without actually looking into the...