Adjustable benches, FID benches, flat benches, and specialty bench reviews.
Power RacksPower racks, half racks, folding racks, squat stands, and rack systems.
Functional TrainersStandalone trainers, rack-mounted cable systems, and compact cable machines.
Smith MachinesSmith machines, 3D Smith systems, all-in-one trainers, and hybrid machines.
Cable MachinesLat pulldowns, low rows, cable towers, selectorized systems, and plate-loaded cables.
Leg MachinesLeg press, hack squat, leg extension, leg curl, and lower-body machines.
Adjustable DumbbellsAdjustable dumbbells compared by feel, durability, increments, and speed.
Specialty BarsTrap bars, safety squat bars, curl bars, transformer bars, and specialty bar reviews.
Rack AttachmentsRack add-ons, lever arms, jammer arms, storage, handles, and accessory attachments.
Budget EquipmentLower-cost equipment that may actually make sense for a home gym.
DIY / How-ToBuilds, modifications, retrofits, fixes, and home gym setup projects.
Recovery / CardioCold plunges, recovery tools, cardio machines, and conditioning equipment.
$300 Rack Mounted Lateral Raise/Chest Fly Attachment: Mikolo Fitness LR01 Review
The Mikolo LR01 Power Rack Mounted Lateral Raise and Chest Fly Attachment fits 2x2, 2x3, and 3x3 racks with 1" holes, has an adjustable head rest, and overall is a good value for less than $300.
Ultimate Guide to Building Your Own Lever Arms
This video will detail how to turn a pair of ordinary lever arms into the ultimate machine simulator with Vendetta Strength brackets, Rorman handles, Kaizen x Gym Pin adapters and more.
The Bench I Didn't Expect to Like: GetRXd FIDAB-2 Adjustable Bench Review
The GetRX'd FIDAB2 is their top of the line, ladder style, flat + incline + decline bench, attachment compatible, and combines high end performance with a more budget friendly pricing.
The $800 Pendulum Squat Machine: GMWD Plate Loaded PS01 Review
The GMWD Pendulum Squat Machine is "cheap", has a great range of motion, is structurally solid, and functionally just works. Besides some minor improvements needed, what more could you ask for?
Titan Fitness Selectorized Wall and Rack Mounted Pulley Tower Review
Titan Fitness Selectorized Wall and Rack Mounted Pulley Tower is a single stack cable column/functional trainer that has a 200LB weight stack and 1:1 or 2:1 cable ratios.
AI Powered Smart Home Gym and Personal Trainer: AEKE Smart Home Gym K1 Review
The AEKE Smart Home Gym Mirror is a cable machine that provides up to 220LBS of electronic resistance, AI camera form feedback, goal specific training progression, and more.
Rogue Echo Rower Review: Better and Cheaper Than the Concept2 RowErg?
The Rogue Echo Rower is one of the most recent air resistance rower options to challenge the Concept2 RowErg. It's overbuilt, stable, cost less, and is made to perform the same.
Iron Bull Strength: Frankenstein Power Rack + Functional Trainer + High/Low Cable Attachment Review
We reviewed a handful of Iron Bull Strength products: the PR1/PR2 Power rack with Frankenstein uprights, high low center pulley, plate loaded functional trainer, adjustable bench, and more.
Trapezoid Weight Plates Will Transform Your Training! DefiPlate Review
A DefiPlate and DefiPlates are 45 LB trapezoid weight plates meant to introduce variety and instability to your training. Designed with a purpose, made in USA, with some serious appeal.
Powerblock Pro 100 EXP Adjustable Dumbbells: Quick, Expandable, and Battle Tested
The Pro 100 EXP Dumbbells combine Powerblock's timeless design with new quality features: beefy knurled handles, urethane coated plates, and quickly goes from 5-100 in 2.5LB increments.
Bolt Fitness Revolver Adjustable Dumbbells Review – Quick Changing with a Twist!
The Bolt Fitness Supply Revolver Dumbbells quickly adjust from 8 - 93LBS. At $795 with free shipping and a 3 year warranty make them a good value adjustable dumbbell for home gyms.
The Most In-Depth Home Gym Con 2025 Walkthrough - Day 2 Recap (Full Booth Interviews) (Copy)
HomeGymCon 2025 was the biggest home gym equipment convention in the USA. Check out the full-length, Day 2 booth interview experience from HomeGymCon 2025, the largest home gym equipment convention in the USA. This video will show my walkthrough of the best booths, new products, and the people behind the brands.
The Most In-Depth Home Gym Con 2025 Walkthrough - Day 1 Recap (Full Booth Interviews)
HomeGymCon 2025 was the biggest home gym equipment convention in the USA. Check out the full-length, Day 1 booth interview experience - walking your through the best booths, new products, and the people behind the brands. Check out the timestamps to skip to your favorite vendors!
REP Ares 2.0 Review - The Best Rack Mounted Functional Trainer
The REP Ares 2.0 cable attachment is quite possibly the current industry standard for all in one power racks that blends REP's distinct engineering and build quality with top of the line performance.
The Folding Functional Trainer Power Rack with a Smith Machine! BRUTEForce UM2 Review
The BRUTEForce Australia UM2 is a power rack, dual sided functional trainer with a 1:1 cable ratio, and a smith machine. Best of all, it stores into a minimal 26" front to back depth when folded.
Premium Adjustable Power Rack Pull-Up Handles: Antafit Raven Hanger Review
The Antafit Raven Handles are adjustable pull-up handles that mount to any 3×3 rack crossmember and easily allow you to find the perfect angle and width for your pull-ups.
How to Build a Home Gym in 2025 (Step-by-Step Guide)
Afters years of building my own and others home gyms, I wanted to share my thoughts and suggestions on how to approach starting your own home gym. Please note - this is just MY individual thought process and home gyms/training in general is highly subjective based on your goals, space, needs, budget, etc. One other thing I suggest when purchasing gym equipment is to check Facebook Marketplace before buying full price and new.
The Specialty Bar With Fully Rotating Handles: Kensui Fitness Okinawa Omni Barbell Review
The Kensui Fitness Okinawa Omni Barbell is a rackable speciality bar with fully rotating handles. This allows dynamic grip and angle adjustments throughout any movement.
Universal Smith Machine Power Rack Attachment: SMAI Vanta Series Smith Insert Review
The SMAI Vanta Series Smith Machine Insert is an add-on attachment for 3x3 power racks with 41 - 43" interior width, metric or imperial dimensions, and fits both 5/8" or 1" rack holes.
The New Gold Standard? GetRXd RX3 Smith Machine Rack + Tornado Arms (Exercises and REVIEW)
The GetRXd RX3 Tornado Smith Machine Power Rack completely changes the power rack/cable machine game with their new Tornado Arms and RX3 attachment ecosystem.