Putting Our Equipment to the Test at Monster Garage Gym

Putting Our Equipment to the Test at Monster Garage Gym

Eric Maroscher
Tagged: Featured Gyms
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: Full Service With a Personal Touch

Sydney Schulte
Tagged: Featured Gyms
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.
Xpress Fitness: Your Family-Friendly Neighborhood Gym

Xpress Fitness: Your Family-Friendly Neighborhood Gym

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
Xpress Fitness, located less than 2 miles away from the elitefts S5 Compound, is a product of support from the rural London, Ohio, community at all levels: family, friends, neighbors, and businesses, all built strong from the ground up.
University of Dubuque's Veterans Memorial Training Center is Custom Built

University of Dubuque's Veterans Memorial Training Center is Custom Built

Kory Lichtensteiger
Tagged: Featured Gyms
The new weight room inside the Veteran’s Memorial Training Center is a combination of clean and rugged beauty. With the addition of this new weight room, their facilities are among the best in the nation, and second to none in NCAA Division III athletics!
Getting A Bigger and Better Weight Room on A Small-School Budget

Getting A Bigger and Better Weight Room on A Small-School Budget

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
AJ Mott has 21 years of wrestling under his belt. Luckily, when it came to working on a small school budget, the Farleigh Dickinson strength and conditioning coach didn't have to wrestle with elitefts for the best deals.
The Best Damn Specialty Bar on the Market

The Best Damn Specialty Bar on the Market

Matt Ladewski
Tagged: Featured Gyms
I can't get over how versatile the American Cambered Grip Bar is. You can use it forward and backward, giving you a total of 8 grip options. Flip it over, you've got a total of 16. I've found 250 options, and I'm sure there are more to find.
Omaha Barbell Is More Than Just a Gym

Omaha Barbell Is More Than Just a Gym

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
When we opened this gym, I just didn’t want it to be a gym; I wanted it to build a legacy that would always be remembered in Omaha. Bret Carter, owner of Omaha Barbell Gym, talks about the growth of his gym and how he keeps his diverse gym membership thriving.
Equipment Feature — elitefts Power Bar

Equipment Feature — elitefts Power Bar

C.J. Murphy
Tagged: Featured Gyms
In this video, Equipment Sales Director Matt Goodwin shows off the elitefts Power Bar and its specs, focusing on the bar's gnarly knurling. It's amazing how it easily fits into just about any gym — garage, private, or commercial. It’s no wonder it’s a favorite!
Hybrid Performance Group — A One-Stop Shop for Recovery

Hybrid Performance Group — A One-Stop Shop for Recovery

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
Do you need help recovering from an injury? Do you want to prevent future injuries? If so, Hybrid Group Performance is for you. The clinic's co-owners, Dr. Tyrel Detweiler (who's also an elitefts columnist) and Dr. Devee Sresthadatta, talk about the origins of Hybrid Performance Group, their treatment philosophies, and more.
The Rack Athletic Performance Center: Fear the Moose

The Rack Athletic Performance Center: Fear the Moose

Nate Harvey
Tagged: Featured Gyms
The Rack is an athletic performance facility that prides itself on its intelligent, passionate coaches, state-of-the-art equipment, and a community of members who are supportive and thrive in a fun and competitive environment.
Equipment Feature — elitefts Custom Functional Trainer

Equipment Feature — elitefts Custom Functional Trainer

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
At over nine feet tall and five and a half feet wide, this machine cannot be described as “compact.” This is a premier, fully-customizable machine that offers near limitless exercise options.
WATCH: Howe Military Academy Strength and Fitness Center

WATCH: Howe Military Academy Strength and Fitness Center

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
Given their expertise in the industry, what better way for the Tate’s to give back and support the school, then to put in place the foundational infrastructure needed to create strong, well-rounded cadets?
Equipment Feature — elitefts Power Bar

Equipment Feature — elitefts Power Bar

C.J. Murphy
Tagged: Featured Gyms
USA-made quality for $329? Yes, that’s right.
WATCH: Must-Have Equipment for Any High School Weight Room

WATCH: Must-Have Equipment for Any High School Weight Room

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
Board of Education President Josh Hobbs recounts what he’s learned and shares his checklist of must-have equipment for any high school gym or weight room.
WATCH: Strength Training Program at Waverly High School Boosts Athletics and Promotes Student Health

WATCH: Strength Training Program at Waverly High School Boosts Athletics and Promotes Student Health

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
With a budgetary commitment from the school district in place, combined with fundraising and donations from local businesses, Waverly High School was able to make an initial investment in their strength training program.
Training, Therapy, and Coaching at Rekovery Athletics

Training, Therapy, and Coaching at Rekovery Athletics

Nate Harvey
Tagged: Featured Gyms
Owned and operated by Ken Nowicki, this facility services its members with the highest level of soft tissue, neuromuscular, and fascial stretch therapy available, through an individually-tailored injury assessment and treatment process.
WATCH: Welcome to the Pit — Dave Tate Coaches the RDL

WATCH: Welcome to the Pit — Dave Tate Coaches the RDL

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
One of the most common squat issues is weakness in the hamstrings. This exercise is one of many that can help solve the problem.
WATCH: Welcome to the Pit — Dave Tate Coaches the Squat

WATCH: Welcome to the Pit — Dave Tate Coaches the Squat

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
During a recent visit to Akron, Ohio Dave spent some time teaching proper squat technique to the owners and members of Welcome to the PIt.
WATCH: Welcome to the Pit

WATCH: Welcome to the Pit

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
No matter your training preference—powerlifting, bodybuilding, Olympic lifting, cardio, boxing, strongman, resistance training, or a style you've created yourself—this Akron, Ohio gym has you covered.
WATCH: Equipment Feature — Spud Inc. Big Ray Strap

WATCH: Equipment Feature — Spud Inc. Big Ray Strap

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
Spinal traction may feel great, but it can be difficult to set up and awkward to get into and out of position. This product gives you an easier way to manage pain to stay strong and healthy.
WATCH: Equipment Feature — Mike Bartos' Big Top Circus Dumbbell

WATCH: Equipment Feature — Mike Bartos' Big Top Circus Dumbbell

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
This product was designed to pay homage to old-time strongmen and make training much easier for strength athletes today. It is easily customizable for your size and weight needs.
WATCH: Custom Equipment for Destination Dallas

WATCH: Custom Equipment for Destination Dallas

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
After a visit to the S4 Compound, Greg McCoy and his Gasp affiliates found a piece of equipment for their Plano, Texas facility.
Transforming Strength and Conditioning at Livonia High School

Transforming Strength and Conditioning at Livonia High School

Nate Harvey
Tagged: Featured Gyms
In three years, Chad Smith has revamped an old practice gymnasium into one of the best training facilities in the country. It’s amazing what you can do with some drive and showing your administrators some initiative.
WATCH: The New Headquarters of Spud Inc.

WATCH: The New Headquarters of Spud Inc.

Sheena Leedham
Tagged: Featured Gyms
The elitefts relationship with Marc Bartley and Spud Inc. stretches far back into his incredible competitive days as a powerlifter. Today, the business relationship is one valued by both parties.