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Building a Powerlifting Empire: 5 Counter-Intuitive Lessons from the Origins of EliteFTS
The EliteFTS gym evolved from a simple backyard shed used for sled work in 1998 into a world-class strength facility over the course of two decades of growth and warehouse relocations.
From Studio to Legacy: The Evolutionary Roadmap of a Training Business
Brett Carter details how Omaha Barbell evolved from a private studio into an 8,000-square-foot public facility furnished with durable elitefts equipment to serve a diverse community ranging from "average Joes" to pro strongmen. Carter emphasizes his goal of building a legacy through conservative expansion and hosting expert workshops to continuously improve training techniques.
Facility Management Strategy: Optimizing the Highland Hornets Strength Performance Center
"When they believe that they are a part of something, they work hard at it."
3 Surprising Lessons From a High School Weight Room Built Without Tax Dollars
This project is not just an upgrade; it’s a total reimagining of what a high school strength and conditioning facility can be. But more than that, it's a physical manifestation of a community's belief in its children. The result is a space that rivals collegiate-level programs, meticulously crafted with incredible attention to detail and a clear, unified vision.
Inside the G3 Iron Fortress: Matt Goodwin’s 12-Year Home Gym Journey
Whether you're building your first setup or refining your tenth, this tour is packed with product recommendations, layout tips, and real-life advice from someone who's lived the process, piece by piece.
A Place of Our Own
We finished the place in under three weeks, the last 30 days of prep for USPA Nationals taking place there, christening the horse stall mats with personal bests.
So, You Think You Want to Build a Home Gym?
Are you the kind of person who needs the premade atmosphere of a small or commercial gym? There is nothing wrong if you do, but I would put some serious thought into questions like this before putting in the time, effort, and money it takes to create a home gym.
Dan Roche Resurrects An Old School Gym
Dan Roche had a goal in mind while creating his home gym. Recreate the old school vibe he loves, and put it in his own space that inspires hard training. He packed in quality and practical equipment to maximize the effectiveness of his training and transform his headspace.
The Hurley Power Couple's Basement Upgrade
The best gyms maximize every inch of space they have available. Sometimes at the cost of a window frame. Rachael and Toby Hurley have a beast of a setup with all the essentials and beyond.
Storage Unit Training for Strongman
Storage units make for excellent workout facilities, but there are several things to consider when choosing one: Location, size, cost, terrain, amenities, and more.
Scott Paltos' Ever-Expanding Home Gym
Literally. His home gym takes up multiple rooms in his living space! Ever hear of someone having a posterior-chain room? Now you do.
The Garage Gym Guide
With a garage gym, every square inch of space matters, and over a short period, our garage gym has evolved quite a bit.
How to Build Your Dream Home Gym
Two words: in layers. As you'll see, it took Matt Goodwin six years to accumulate everything he has in his gym. His message to you: start small and start now.
Lee Zimmerman's Home Gym Stays Open!
Lee Zimmerman's home gym is his personal escape and fully fleshed out strength training powerhouse.
Building The Executive Meathead’s Home Office
I wasn't ready to settle for pick-up golf or calf roping. A busy professional and personal life didn't keep me from making my most important training decision.
Highland High School Teaches Student Athletes About Accountability and Growth Through the Weight Room
Highland High School is dedicated to the strength and conditioning of both students and athletes. More than just their physical education, the team at Highland High School is dedicated to teaching the kids leadership and accountability.
Mount Baker High School Looks at What Really Matters
Chris Bartl is an experienced powerlifter dedicated to teaching high school kids the proper way to lift weights. More than that, he's teaching them life lessons they'll take with them well past graduation.
THIRST: Bringing Quality, Service, and Integrity to Terre Haute
Anyone who walks into the Terre Haute, Indiana-based gym, THIRST, can see both quality and integrity through the primary services it offers, along with its affiliation to elitefts through gym owner Brandon Smitley.
WATCH: Equipment Feature — elitefts Tri Plyo Cube
With three different heights in one plyobox, the elitefts Tri Plyo Cube is a great tool and one you should definitely have in your home gym.
Power in Motion: A One-of-a-Kind Gym Culture
We’re the only functional training gym in the Midwest. Power in Motion is truly one of a kind, from its focus on functional training to individualized services for its diverse clientele to its arrangement of specialty equipment.
Why I Bought From elitefts
My first experience with elitefts equipment was from the days I was a Division I strength coach at the University of New York at Buffalo. Let's just say the price was not the only factor in why I decided we should go with elitefts equipment.
WATCH: Dave Tate's Definitive Guide for Wrapping Wrists
Learn the secret that we've kept under wraps until now: How to properly wrap your wrists for the Big Three: bench, squat, and deadlift.
Putting Our Equipment to the Test at Monster Garage Gym
It's one thing to read about elitefts equipment, but it's something altogether different to see it being used in the hands of competitive powerlifters at Monster Garage Gym.
Universal Pro Gym: Full Service With a Personal Touch
Universal Pro Gym's clientele might mostly be made up of bodybuilders, but that doesn't stop owner Bob Caron from ensuring that all people who walk through the doors get a personalized experience and a variety of services — including an on-site barbershop.