To celebrate its 10th anniversary, NIKE is re-releasing the Metcon 1 in its iconic “Banned” colorway. Michael Jordan originally made the black and red design famous in 1985, when the NBA banned his Air Jordan 1. In 2015, NIKE used the design for its “Don’t Ban Our Shoe. Beat Our Shoe.” marketing campaign 2015, after the Metcon 1 was “banned” from the CrossFit Games due to exclusive Reebok sponsorship.

Opinions on the use and function of a weightlifting belt vary widely. Therefore we want to clear up with some myths around the weightlifting belt.

Choosing the right shoes is essential in strength training. Three basic areas play a role

The Hook Grip is considered to be the one and only grip of weightlifters, the thumb is clamped between the index and middle finger and the barbell.

In October 2020 Tom Lüttge had the idea to develop his own tape, shortly after that he held it in his hands for the first time. Tommy’s Tape is now known in the CrossFit community around Germany and supports top athletes in their workouts, but the 31-year-old could not have imagined that almost two years ago.

Since 2010, 2POOD has been providing the functional fitness community with high-quality products. And it became mainly known for its belts. This stylish accessory offers 100 percent safety for crossfitters as well as weightlifters and powerlifters.

Whether, CrossFit boxes, gyms, personal trainers, businesses or even the fire department – anyone who needs fitness equipment will find it at Hold Strong.

Since 2018, the supplements of Heart and Barbell can be found on the market. Benedict Regenstein, the founder of Heart and Barbell, has made it his mission to provide athletes with the optimal supplements.

I can’t do anything without tape. Sounds sad – but it is. Tape not only provides more grip on the barbell but also protects the inside of my thumb from nasty blisters.

Danny, the founder of Onyx, has been doing weightlifting himself for years. Most recently, he worked as an assistant coach in a club and wanted to procure colored lifting straps for his members and himself.