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Stair Blocks

August 15, 2015 By Gregor Winter

Time to highlight another useful piece of equipment. Staircase Pulling Blocks You have probably seen them in Russian or Asian weightlifting videos (or if you are lucky your gym already has those). Update 15.08.2015: Here are (rough) measurements of the one they use in the Chekhov training base.

Filed Under: blocks, diy, equipment, Featured, weightlifting

How to Build a (Really Solid) Weightlifting Platform

June 21, 2015 By Gregor Winter

Here is how you build a weightlifting platform that could also function as the foundation of a skyscraper. Actually this design looks a lot like what they used in the Chekhov training hall as well.

Filed Under: equipment, videos, weightlifting

Hookgrip Barbell Review

April 7, 2015 By Gregor Winter

Hookgrip took a closer look at various barbells manufacturers. They looked at: Eleiko, ZKC, Werksan, Rogue and Again Faster weight deviation bar whip spin PS: I am currently in Lima for youth worlds. Most updates here and on Facebook/Twitter during that time (till later next week) will be provided by Phil and Anton.

Filed Under: equipment, videos, weightlifting

Magic Wand: Lacrosse Ball on PVC Pipe Mobility Tool

November 5, 2013 By Gregor Winter

Matt Wichlinski shows a simple DIY mobility tool. If you have tried to mobilize your anterior shoulder, pecs or the area around your collar-bone you’ve probably experienced how awkward it is when you do it with a lacrosse ball against a wall. The Simple Solution: Lacrosse Ball glued onto a pipe = Magic Wand Give it a […]

Filed Under: diy, equipment, mobility, videos

DIY Wooden Squat Rack

August 29, 2013 By Gregor Winter

Wooden Squat Rack Plan Result

Here is another homemade wooden squat rack. (note: in the photo above the metal sheets to reinforce the joints aren’t on yet) This one was built by redditor Mr Friz and cost approximately $50 US. See his thread on reddit here. Now before some of you say “OMG this will break when I curl 200kg in […]

Filed Under: diy, equipment

Acupressure Mat Review

July 17, 2013 By Gregor Winter

acupressure pad Akuznetsov Applicator detail

Dmitry recently uploaded a video in which he uses an acupressure mat on his back and calves. Since I have never seen this thing used before I bit and bought me one for 15 bucks of amazon. Dmitry said about it, that: it acts as an irritant/stimulant, making the body pump hot blood, along with adrenaline, to […]

Filed Under: equipment, recovery, videos

DIY Yoke Squat Stand

June 12, 2013 By Gregor Winter

Yoke Squat Stand Hooks Detail

Time to highlight an awesome piece of DIY equipment.

Filed Under: diy, equipment, Featured, strongman

DIY Car Rim Squat Stands

May 27, 2013 By Gregor Winter

Manolo-Campos-Squat-Stands

I was looking for DIY squat stands ideas recently. One particular model stood out –  the car rim squat stands. They seem to be used in gyms across the world. Do you know of other DIY squat stands? Share them in the comments. The simpler the better. Here is Manolo Campos using them.

Filed Under: diy, equipment, Featured, weightlifting

Homemade Squat & Bench Rack Construction Plan

December 30, 2012 By Gregor Winter

Free Rack

Suepahfly on reddit shared his construction plan for a nice pair of multipurpose squat stands. Comes with adjustable safety stands to rescue you on your squat and bench adventures. These would be just what I need. Perfect for if you have not enough room for a full rack. Make this a Kickstarter project!

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