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Shoulder Prehab

August 21, 2020 |

One of the most important things you need in your warm up protocols is shoulder prehab. Having strong, stable shoulders is the key to optimising performance overhead and helping to prevent injuries. Unfortunately shoulder injuries are exceedingly common among athletes who do a lot of repetitive overhead movements or pressing repetitively and if...

How to fill Your New Sandbag.

June 29, 2020 |

Step 1: Congratulations on the purchase of your NEW Heavy Duty Sandbag V2! You will have received 1x Heavy Duty Sandbag Shell V2, 1x Sandbag Liner and 2x Heavy Duty Cable Ties. Time to get started. Firstly roll down the top of the HD sandbag shell so you have the...

WHICH LIFTING STRAPS ARE BEST FOR ME?

June 05, 2020 |

We make a wide range of straps. All kinds of different shapes and sizes, so it can be hard to know what's best for you and which ones you need for which exercise/event. So let's clear this up... What are Lifting Straps for? Straps and grips help you hold the...

What is a Grip/Hip Halo, how do you use it?

May 22, 2020 |

What is a Halo? Our Hip Halo is a must have dynamic warmup device for your lower body in preparation for a lower body workout or any sports activity. The Hip Halo can also be used as a specific warm up for squats and deadlifts by doing air squats, good...

Cerberus Throwing Sandbag

February 28, 2020 |

Throwing has long been a test of power and strength. With roots dating back centuries it is still popular today. Most notable in the Scottish Highland Games heavy events with the likes of Hammer throw, Shot Putt, Weight for Height and Weight for Distance and now has gained popularity within the...

Why Do I Need a Squat Bar?

February 14, 2020 |

Our squat bar is the maximum length allowed by the specialized bar federation rules of 2.4m. This extra length gives better weight distribution over the length and with the bar being 32mm thick it creates less pressure on one point than a standard bar. The extra thickness and better weight distribution means you will notice a significant improvement in...

WHICH SLEEVES DO I NEED?

January 24, 2020 |

DUAL-PLY SLEEVES These sleeves are made from 2 layers of our unique woven polyester/rubber blend made to our exact specifications. One of the main materials in these sleeves is rubber, meaning that the sleeves are elasticated to give a stretch reflex. So at the bottom of your Squat or press...

Which Knee Wraps Do I Need?

February 15, 2019 |

What do Knee Wraps do? Bottom line is knee wraps help you squat more weight. They help by giving you more rebound in the hole (the bottom of your squat). Do to the nature of knee wraps (i.e they are very tight) a lot of elastic energy is stored and...

Which Wrist Wraps Do I Need?

October 19, 2018 |

We currently have a wide range of Wrist Wraps, with different length and stiffness options. But which Wrist Wrap do you need? Why do you need Wrist Wraps? Which length should you choose? Why Use Wrist Wraps? Wrist Wraps allows you to train heavier with more confidence as well as...

Why do I need a Belt?

September 28, 2018 |

A good belt is one of the most important items in your kit bag. But why do we need them? Do they actually help? Will they stop you from injuring your back? First for all a belt is not a replacement for good form, having a strong core and actually...

DO YOUR NEOPRENE SLEEVES SMELL STRONGER THAN YOUR SMELLING SALTS?

August 28, 2018 |

Customers have been asking for tips to clean neoprene sleeves and stop them smelling. First point would be to try and care for your sleeves to stop them smelling in the first place. After training turn them inside out and let them dry fully before putting them back in your...

WHAT TACKY DO I NEED?

August 22, 2018 |

We have 4 different grades of tacky - why so many? Each grade has its own purpose so let’s have a closer look at which one is best for you!What is Tacky? Tacky is a grip aid used in a lot of different sports in diffrent forms. In strongman tacky is used...