Maybe you’ve seen them at the gym – heavy coils of rope anchored at the middle to a post or the floor. They may look like they were brought up from a dungeon or off the deck of a boat, but they’re ...

WATERLOO - On a rare hot and cloudless day, 18 firefighters stood on the roof of the Ramada Inn and pretended not to sweat. Joking and tossing light insults around, they suited up in harnesses and ...

With so many different kinds of equipment available to use in the gym, it can be an exciting yet overwhelming task to figure out what to use during your workouts. As a trainer, I consistently tailor ...

When big equipment isn’t an option, stationary exercises are a simple way to get your heart pumping anywhere — at home, outside, or on the go.

These are not the ropes from gym class. Designed for a unique take on conditioning workouts, battle ropes can help improve endurance, boost cardiovascular fitness and serve as one hell of a sweat ...

Jumping rope might have been your go-to activity during fourth-grade gym class, but this simple piece of equipment is actually one of the best-kept secrets of the fitness world. And it’s not just for ...

Most gyms have battle ropes, and while they aren’t always the most frequently used piece of equipment, they can be a great addition to any workout. As a personal trainer, I have incorporated the ...