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Nike Metcon 7 X – Now Available

November 25, 2021 gymadmin Comments Off

First came the Nike Metcon 7 Mat Fraser – now we have the official launch colorways for the Nike Metcon 7 X. Make your workout and lifting more exciting with the new colorways of Nike Metcon 7. Available for men and women, Nike 7 offers superior stability and durability with its wide, flat heel that has an inner plate for equal distribution of weight from side to side. Another new for Metcon 7 is the use of React foam for a more comfortable, cushioned base. What’s more? Keep on reading to find out. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike Metcon 7 Launch Colorways – Overview The new Nike Metcon 7 has a conventional shoe design with a built-in midsole using Nike’s E-TPU material, React, and standard insole. The drop-in midsole was removed, and the upper uses materials from Free X Metcon 1. This chain-link upper mesh is tried and tested and presents breathability, […]

Air Bike or Rower? Which is the best metcon tool for you?

Rower vs Air Bike – FIGHT!

August 19, 2020 gymadmin 4

What’s the best metcon equipment for a home gym or garage gym? Is it the air bike or the indoor rower? That’s what we’ll discuss here. We’ll be looking at the pros and cons of indoor rowers like the Concept 2 Model D rower and air bikes like the Assault Fitness AirBike. NOTE: We’ve posted an up to date comparison of Rower vs Assault Bike over on our sister site, you may want to get the latest details there. Both are low impact exercise. There’s no jarring impacts to the joints. Can’t run? You may be able to row or bike instead. Back problems? The Air Bike might be the better bet. Your lower back is kept in a relatively static position. The forward lean required for the rower could cause you problems. The air bike seat gets uncomfortable pretty quick. The rower is definitely the better choice for stead state cardio or LSD (Long, Slow, Distance) type training. The […]