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Are Free Weights Better Than Machines?
If you find yourself here at this article, you may fall into one or more of the following categories:
You are unsure about your own training styl...

Ep. 74 - Benchpress Behemoth at 49 with Jen Thompson
Jen Thompson is an international superstar powerlifter, having broken over 14 world records in the benchpress and other lifts, and blowing out nati...

The Best Stationary Bike for Weight Loss
Weight loss can be challenging. Whether you are a former athlete who gained a few extra pounds, someone who has struggled with being overweight you...

How to Find the Best Used Sports Equipment Stores Near You
Whether you are trying to join a local softball league, one of your kids wants a set of golf clubs, or you are trying to find some gently-used free...

Top 5 Functional Trainers of 2022
Functional trainers are excellent pieces of equipment for any and every training space, including both the commercial and home gym. The versatile ...

Top 10 Home Gym Essentials for Garage Gyms
Looking for a list of home gym essentials to setup your own garage gym?
Home gyms and the garage gym market has exploded since 2020 when the Corona...

What Are Free Weights, and How Do I Use Them?
Picture this, it's your first day at a gym. For some of us, this may have been last week (New Year's resolution, am I right?!), and for others mayb...

How Much Does an Olympic Barbell Weigh?
Counting weights can be challenging. When you first start out at the gym, it can be especially confusing. 135, 225, 315. What do all these numbers ...

How to Find Used Free Weights for Sale Near You
The prospect of building a home gym can be overwhelming and intimidating, as there is a lot of planning that needs to go into the feat. One thing t...

Top 5 Best Cable Machines for Home Gyms (2022)
Cable machines are one of the most versatile pieces of home gym equipment on the market today. The possibilities for exercise selection are almost ...

Top 5 Tips for Finding the Best Leg Extension Machine
I once had a strength coach describe muscles in a simple way that has stuck with me ever since. He said, "The back is for go, and the front is for ...

Types of J Cups for Your Squat Rack
We at Freedom Fitness Equipment believe that an easy step toward upgrading your home gym and your training is with the addition of a squat rack due...