training tools review

Freeletics Review 2023: Is the App Worth It?

October 19, 2023 By Daniel Louwrens, B.S., PT | Reviewed By: Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

Just like we all need a little help with taxes, most of us need help to design and create workout programs. But if you’re too lazy to do either, what do you do?

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Taxes, yeah, that’s between you and the IRS. However, the Freeletics App offers you plenty of workout help … apparently. Let’s see if it’s worth it in this Freeletics review.

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Alpha Progression Review (2023): Is this App Worth It?

September 28, 2023 By Daniel Louwrens, B.S., PT | Reviewed By: Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

One app to rule them all… Or so we wish.

Finding apps that do everything you need — from a fitness perspective — can be tricky, especially in today’s world of influencers and misguided media.

In this Alpha Progression app review, we’ll be looking at the workout app, its progression methods, and whether this is the “perfect” app to replace your personal trainer (or if it’s all just too good to be true).

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Body Coach Review: Does Joe Wicks’ Fitness App Work?

September 14, 2023 By Daniel Louwrens, B.S., PT | Reviewed By: Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

The lockdown weight has started to bother you, and you wanna get rid of it — I understand. Apps are great tools to help you do that, depending on whether or not they’re actually good.

This Body Coach review will look at the Body Coach app, how it works for weight loss, and whether or not Joe Wicks’ methods really work.

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What a Pro Fitness Coach Thinks of Aaptiv (2023 Review)

September 7, 2023 By Daniel Louwrens, B.S., PT | Reviewed By: Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

The Aaptiv app offers something we don’t see every day in the fitness world — audio workouts. Some claim that Aaptiv is the world’s best fitness experience, and since its launch back in 2015, the app has been used by thousands across the world.

But is it any good? Well, here’s what I think.

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Fitbod vs Freeletics: Which Fitness App is Better?

July 6, 2023 By Daniel Louwrens, B.S., PT | Reviewed By: Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

Fitbod or Freeletics? Which of these two fitness apps is going to be better for those looking to make exercise a part of their lifestyle? Sometimes, online programs can be a bit dull, but these apps offer some of the best features that other apps don’t.

So let’s see which is better: Fitbod vs Freeletics.

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Fitbod Review: Is it Actually Good? (2023)

February 18, 2023 By Daniel Louwrens, B.S., PT | Reviewed By: Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

“I’m looking for 5 … “ “DM me for prices.” “You should never do this if you want to lose weight!”

I don’t know about you, but these Instagram fitness coaches are getting quite irritating. Is there a solution that won’t make my training feel like a chore?

Well, according to the developers at Fitbod, their app is the missing link. Let’s investigate!

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5 Best Upright Vertical Leg Press Machines in 2023

January 11, 2023 By Kyle Hoffman | Reviewed By: Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

What’s great about a vertical leg press machine is how you can get a killer quad workout in such a small area. For example, our top pick, the Titan Fitness Vertical Leg Press only has a 48″ by 38″ footprint.

But with the different features, builds, and price points, which overhead machine is right for you? Well, we did the research and found the top models so you don’t have to.

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Athlean-X Elast-X Resistance Bands Review (Worth it?)

October 27, 2021 By Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

There’s no at-home fitness gear quite like resistance bands.

They’re small enough to tuck away in a drawer, have customizable levels of resistance, and make muscle growth a reality….even when your gym is closed, or you’re short on time.

So what about the Athlean-X Elast-X resistance bands? Are these resistance bands the real deal, or do they regularly go out of stock because they’re simply attached to the brand?

Well, keep reading to find out!

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10 Types of Weightlifting Bars & Barbells Lifters Should Know

September 24, 2021 By Kyle Hoffman | Reviewed By: Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

Types of barbells names image — You can make serious muscle gains with these 10 different types of barbells.

Barbells are one of the single most important tools in the gym. They are helpful to any and all types of lifters looking to increase strength, power, and endurance.

There are many types of barbells that can all be used in a number of different ways. Each of the different types of barbells can be used to target different areas of the body, provide unique grips and engage new muscles.

Make sure you read this article all the way to the end because you’re about to discover the 10 most important barbells (and their barbell names) you should use to build incredible muscle gains.

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Dead Wedge: A Good Deadlift Jack Alternative? (Review)

October 18, 2020 By Jess Billitz, B.S., CPT

Here’s something we can (likely) all agree on:

Loading and unloading a barbell between sets of deadlifts can be a real pain (both literally and figuratively) and a waste of time and energy when you should be resting.

And, if your gym doesn’t have a deadlift jack, you don’t have another option. You risk throwing out your back and limiting your PRs every time you mess with the plates on deadlift day.

Well, not so fast!

Lift Unlimited’s Dead Wedge may very well be a portable, cost-effective, and safe alternative to the standard deadlift jack.

Let’s find out if it’s the real deal or a total bust!

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