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Looking At : Nov 8, 2020 - SttB Articles


During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Facebook, Twitter, in The Daily 'Paper' and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.

They seem to be everywhere - Smart Home Gym setups, connecting various devices to virtual fitness classes. Fast, convenient and ideal for small setups. Perfect.

To give you an idea of what I mean by a 'Smart Home Gym', here's an example - The Tonal, as reviewed by Garage Gym Reviews :



Stuck at home for a while, and looking to get the occasional workout in? Here's how.


Smart Home Gym Setups

As you can see, it's ideal for use in a small space. And yes, there are many such systems available. We've noted quite a few in the 'Smart Home Gym' category, and here's a brief list to give you an idea :


NB : If Twitter's your thing, I've put together a list of the various 'smart home gym' companies noted above. You'll find it here :

twitter.com/i/lists/1333186499827810305 .

Final Thoughts

A Smart Home Gym - an incredibly handy way to train.


I sincerely hope these items help. If you've still got questions - or would like to point us to a particular piece of equipment/service, feel free to contact one of the trainers noted above or hit me up directly (all of the details are on the contact page).

cheers,

Scott

They seem to be everywhere - Smart Home Gym setups, connecting various devices to virtual fitness classes. Fast, convenient and ideal for small setups. Perfect.

To give you an idea of what I mean by a 'Smart Home Gym', here's an example - The Tonal, as reviewed by Garage Gym Reviews :



Stuck at home for a while, and looking to get the occasional workout in? Here's how.


Smart Home Gym Setups

As you can see, it's ideal for use in a small space. And yes, there are many such systems available. We've noted quite a few in the 'Smart Home Gym' category, and here's a brief list to give you an idea :

Final Thoughts

A Smart Home Gym - an incredibly handy way to train.


I sincerely hope these items help. If you've still got questions - or would like to point us to a particular piece of equipment/service, feel free to contact one of the trainers noted above or hit me up directly (all of the details are on the contact page).

cheers,

Scott

VAE (Energy Spray) - SttB Articles

Interesting.

The VAE is a pocket-sized energy spray, designed to provide a quick pick-up whenever needed. I suspect 'prior to a heavy workout' will be a popular use case.

I'm keen to give it a go - particularly for the above use. While we're waiting (it doesn't ship until early next year), a little video :



The VAE Spray.





NB : We first looked at this one in the weekly Strength & Fitness Newsletter (part of the Strength Kit). If you'd like to have it sent to you automatically (free!) each week, just add your email here.

We also discuss a number of training-related books. If you're looking for the full list of the ones I recommend personally, swing by Goodreads. Great site.




Since we first mentioned the Tonal, there have been a few other entrants into the 'Smart Home Gym' space. Does it still hold up?





NB : We first looked at this one in the weekly Strength & Fitness Newsletter (part of the Strength Kit). If you'd like to have it sent to you automatically (free!) each week, just add your email here.

We also discuss a number of training-related books. If you're looking for the full list of the ones I recommend personally, swing by Goodreads. Great site.


Monday, 2 Nov 2020 - Issues

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, you'll enjoy these :

Over to you. I'd love to hear what you think : leave your comments on the above articles, and share them with your friends/colleagues/clients and so on.

NB : If you're keen to do a little fitness writing and would like to submit your own piece for Straight to the Bar, get in touch.


Video : Long-Term Review of the Tonal Smart Home Gym (Garage Gym Reviews)



Since we first mentioned the Tonal, there have been a few other entrants into the 'Smart Home Gym' space. Does it still hold up?

Gymchat 278 - TBA

We're still finalising the details for this week's discussion. I'll post them on the blog (and Twitter, Facebook etc) shortly.

In the meantime, take a look at some of the previous episodes of the show - (there's an example below, and a full list here). And if you've got any questions or comments on the various topics discussed, we'd love to hear them. Just leave a note below the video.


Previously : In Gymchat 205 we discussed Paleo Dieting with Kettlebell and CrossFit Coach Adam Farrah and Personal Trainer Kirk Fontaine. Great conversation.


If you missed the live stream (or just want to go over a particular point again), you'll find the entire video here.

NB : if you'd like to take part in a future episode - either as an interviewee, or as a guest host - just drop us a line. Love hearing how everyone else trains.

Tip of the Week : The Benefits of Getting Your Shoes Fitted (Rather Than Fitting Them Yourself)

Each week we publish a number of tips and techniques via Twitter, the blog; and the newsletter. Wherever you are, there's always a way to improve what you're doing.


There were a number of great points raised in Gymchat 185 - Training for Marathons & Triathlons, including this suggestion from Chas. There are real benefits to having your shoes fitted, rather than simply picking the ones you think will work well.

Chas Melichar

Well said.


Checking Out : VAE (Energy Spray)

Interesting.

The VAE is a pocket-sized energy spray, designed to provide a quick pick-up whenever needed. I suspect 'prior to a heavy workout' will be a popular use case.

I'm keen to give it a go - particularly for the above use. While we're waiting (it doesn't ship until early next year), a little video :



The VAE Spray.




Quick update on the Hip Thruster we mentioned recently - fantastic thing.

Rather than trying to explain how it works, here it is in action :



Good stuff Bret, looks great.

Looking At : Nov 1, 2020 - SttB Articles


During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Facebook, Twitter, in The Daily 'Paper' and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.

Looks great.

The Hela Bio is a glucose monitor which uses your sweat for its readings. Much simpler than the blood-based methods typically used.

Although I'd love to see this functionality added to existing smartwatches, this is an intriguing device nonetheless.

A little video to give you an idea of what's on offer :



The Hela Bio.





NB : We first looked at this one in the weekly Strength & Fitness Newsletter (part of the Strength Kit). If you'd like to have it sent to you automatically (free!) each week, just add your email here.

We also discuss a number of training-related books. If you're looking for the full list of the ones I recommend personally, swing by Goodreads. Great site.





A wonderful glimpse at an oft-overlooked area of training.





NB : We first looked at this one in the weekly Strength & Fitness Newsletter (part of the Strength Kit). If you'd like to have it sent to you automatically (free!) each week, just add your email here.

We also discuss a number of training-related books. If you're looking for the full list of the ones I recommend personally, swing by Goodreads. Great site.


Monday, 26 Oct 2020 - Issues

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, you'll enjoy these :

Over to you. I'd love to hear what you think : leave your comments on the above articles, and share them with your friends/colleagues/clients and so on.

NB : If you're keen to do a little fitness writing and would like to submit your own piece for Straight to the Bar, get in touch.


Video : Movement Training Explained - Ido Portal, Animal Flow, and Primal Workouts (The Bioneer)



A wonderful glimpse at an oft-overlooked area of training.

Gymchat 278 - TBA

We're still finalising the details for this week's discussion. I'll post them on the blog (and Twitter, Facebook etc) shortly.

In the meantime, take a look at some of the previous episodes of the show - (there's an example below, and a full list here). And if you've got any questions or comments on the various topics discussed, we'd love to hear them. Just leave a note below the video.


Previously : In Gymchat 204 we discussed Training & Competing with Google Glass with Ultrarunner, airline captain and insanely competitive triathlete, Chas Melichar and Personal Trainer Kirk Fontaine. Great conversation.


If you missed the live stream (or just want to go over a particular point again), you'll find the entire video here.

NB : if you'd like to take part in a future episode - either as an interviewee, or as a guest host - just drop us a line. Love hearing how everyone else trains.

Tip of the Week : The Stages of Workout Nutrition

Each week we publish a number of tips and techniques via Twitter, the blog; and the newsletter. Wherever you are, there's always a way to improve what you're doing.

This tip is a brief look at the major stages of workout nutrition, and their goals. A bit of fine-tuning here can go a long way indeed.


From Gymchat 133 - Workout Nutrition :


Kurtis Frank
Kurtis Frank.
Any meal can contribute to a workout (glycogen replenishment mostly), but generally workout nutrition is broken into three segments. The pre-workout, the intra-workout (optional dependent on goals), and the post-workout.

Pre-workout is literally just a meal you eat before you hit the gym. It holds more importance than other meals (say, breakfast if you train in the PM) since the nutrients you ingest at this meal will still be floating around in your blood when it comes time for a workout.

Intra-workout is typically something you bring to the gym to sip on, and where stuff typically gets all fancy with supplementation and is the area most people like to talk about. (This includes post-workout shakes consumed immediately after training)

Post-workout is when you get home and make a nice meal. There are typically higher rates of muscular metabolism and generally more metabolic direction to muscle and away from fat mass (compared to other meals). So nutrients post workout tend to be put to better fates than other meals.


Good stuff.


Checking Out : Hela Bio (Wearable Sweat Glucose Smartwatch)

Looks great.

The Hela Bio is a glucose monitor which uses your sweat for its readings. Much simpler than the blood-based methods typically used.

Although I'd love to see this functionality added to existing smartwatches, this is an intriguing device nonetheless.

A little video to give you an idea of what's on offer :



The Hela Bio.




Quick update on the Hip Thruster we mentioned recently - fantastic thing.

Rather than trying to explain how it works, here it is in action :



Good stuff Bret, looks great.

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