MY FITNESS MUST HAVES
As a Certified Personal Trainer and Boxing Coach, I'm always asked, "What equipment should I invest in?" "What kind of supplements should I be taking?" "What are your recommended brands of boxing gear and equipment?" Here are my recommendations and why.
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FITNESS EQUIPMENT
One of the first questions I'm asked as a trainer and coach is, "What equipment should I invest in for At-Home workouts and training? Listed below are a few of my favorites.
Small Resistance Bands
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High End Exercise Bands. Great quality and durable. 5 Varying Resistance Levels.
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Great With Any Workout. This Resistance Band Set Can Be Integrated Seamlessly With Various Popular Workout Program. Or Use Them For General Exercise, Stretching, Strength Training, Power Weight Programs.
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Multiple Uses.
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Includes Five Exercise Bands With Color-Coded Resistance Levels, Portable Travel Carry Bag And Instruction Guide.
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Light Weight
Dumbbells
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Affordable, quick shipping, and Long-Lasting durability.
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Includes 5-pound dumbbells (set of 2) for exercise and strength training.
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Hexagon shaped ends prevent dumbbells from rolling away
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Nonslip grip promotes a comfortable and secure hold
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Available in multiple sizes to mix and match for specific workout needs.
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Heavy Dumbbells
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Reliable and Fast shipping. Low Shipping costs.
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Includes a single 15-pound dumbbell weight for exercise and strength training.
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Solid cast iron and rubber encased heads for lasting durability.
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Non-slip grip with textured surface; contoured handle ensures a comfortable hold.
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Available in multiple sizes. Great for 5-pound weight increments.
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Ideal for resistance training at home.
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Long Resistance Bands
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High Quality Material. Resistance bands are made from 100% high-grade natural rubber to prevent snapping and provide long durability.
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Different Colors & 4 Pull Up bands levels: Yellow (5-10 lbs), Red (15-30 lbs), Black (30-60 lbs), Purple (60-100 lbs)
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Suitable for Variety of Exercises & Multifunctional.
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Lightweight and portable.
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Kettle Bell
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Kettlebell supports a wide range of resistance training exercises. A Must have At-Home Fitness accessory.
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Includes a 25-pound kettlebell made of solid cast iron for built-to-last strength.
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Black enamel finish for increased durability and corrosion protection.
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Textured wide handle helps ensure a comfortable and secure grip.
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Weight Set
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Set includes a pair of 5-pound, 10-pound, 15-pound, 20-pound, and 25-pound rubber hex dumbbells with a black A-frame dumbbell rack to store the weights. No need to purchase single dumbbells.
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Space saving. Easily access. Storage for dumbbells.
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Extremely durable rubber coating.
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Dumbbells offer the ability to target specific muscle groups or perform a full body workout. Perfect for isolations, functional and HIIT workouts, and strength training routines.
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Ankle Weights
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These ankle weights have adjustable weight. Each single weight comes with 5 removable sandbags which weighs 1 LB. Each single weight can be adjusted from 1 to 5 lbs and one pair weights can be adjusted from 2 to 10 lbs by adding or reducing the sandbags.
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Comfortable, soft, and breathable.
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Sturdy and no slipping down easily, no matter how much you move.
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Ankle Weights are an awesome way to add more resistance to a daily workout, walking, jogging, core training, fitness, aerobics, boxing, and many other exercises, helping increase strength, rehabilitate muscles, improve balance, and assist physical therapy.
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Slam Ball
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Sand filled, no bounce slam ball
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15 pounds
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Great for upper body, lower body, core, and explosive full body workouts.
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HOME GYM EQUIPMENT
Client's who are fully invested in their fitness lifestyle and routine usually start looking into creating an At-Home gym or workout space. Listed Below are a few of my recommendations to make your new fitness space top tier.
Squat Rack
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Includes a Heavy Duty Squat Rack Frame, an Angled Pull Up Bar, Spotter Arms, Olympic Plate Storage, Fits Olympic Bars, and Resistance Band Posts.
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A great component to an At-Home Gym space for heavy lifters.
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Olympic Barbell
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Made from solid cold rolled steel with a chrome finish; Accommodates Olympic weight plates (with 2-inch center hole)
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Secure grip. Rotating sleeves with bushings to reduce pressure on forearms.
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Get a full body workout or target specific muscle groups. Great for powerlifting and adding heavier weight to your workout routine.
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CAP has been a pioneer in the fitness industry for over 30 years and has locations worldwide. Chances are, if you have ever worked out before you have used a CAP product.
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Plates
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100% natural rubber
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Includes 2X10 lb, 2X25 lb ,2X45 lb. Fit all Olympic barbells with 2-inch sleeves.
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A good bumper plate set is the centerpiece for modern HIT training. Perform Olympic lifts, squats, and deadlifts safely and confidently.
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Low-bounce and can withstand repeated drops. Protect any type of floor and your bars.
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Color-coded for easy identification. Perfect for garage gyms.
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Tredmill
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This folding treadmill is perfect for walking, jogging and running at home/apartment. Lightweight and foldable design for easy to fold, move and store, saving your space.
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Made of heavy gauge steel frame and stable structure design, this folding treadmill supports up to 300 lbs user capacity. It's durable and solid.
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Spacesaver design with a one-step soft-drop folding system supports your treadmill to fold up easily after your run for compact, simple storage. The built-in transport wheels make it convenient to move and store this folding treadmill to save space, perfect for home and apartment use.
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Easy to install in 15 minutes. You can use the phone/iPad holder to watch videos or play music while you are exercising.
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BOXING EQUIPMENT
Boxing practitioners who are ready to take their Boxing to the next level and begin sparring or competing or just looking to level up their skillset need great gear. These are my recommendations as a Boxing Coach.
Boxing Gloves
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Title Brand signature Leather Pro-Style Training Gloves
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Genuine full-grain leather cover is super tough and durable.
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Multi-layer shock absorbing high and low density foams.
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Full wrap around two-ply wrist strap with hook-and-loop closure
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Satin nylon hand compartment liner helps repel moisture retention.
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Boxing Shoes
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Full synthetic leather upper with tight weave nylon fill.
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Built for quick footwork and speed.
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Move around your opponent and the ring with ease.
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Hand Wraps
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Awesome semi-elastic wraps for a custom fit to each hand for the best protection available.
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Boxing Bag
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Packed with a process that keeps the bag from sagging or settling.
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Center aligned weight is precision placed for maximum force dispersion and balance while providing ideal impact and life-like striking surface feel.
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Tough synthetic leather cover is tough and durable for maximum results.
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Includes a bottom tie-down D-ring for securing to floor, if desired.
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Manufactured for the gym or home training.
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Head Gear
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Advanced form-fitting, wraparound design is super comfortable, yet provides extended coverage during training and sparring.
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Top quality, all-leather training headgear
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Plush suede-leather inside liner is super soft, moisture wicking and helps keep the unit firm and snug during use
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Fully adjustable lace-tie back and top of head adjustments, with genuine leather chin strap with steel buckle closure
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Advanced international style cheek protectors
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Groin Protector
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Created and crafted to wear under competition trunks and training shorts for reliable, stress-free action.
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Superior coverage.
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Secure, no-slip, custom fit.
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Twin elastic leg straps help keep protector secure during intense action.
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Approved for competition use by USA Boxing, Golden Gloves and professional sanctioning bodies.
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Mouth Piece
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Advanced high-intensity mouth guard with integrated airflow channels offers excellent breathability for extended endurance and performance with maximum comfort for all boxing, MMA and contact sports.
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Superior contact coverage, ease of breathing and speaking during use.
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Delivers increased coverage and protection for athletes of all skill levels.
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Latex free
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