will help you to become more reactive, explosive and stronger in your core lifts. Resistance band training the right way will also help improve balance, coordination and the develop lean muscle mass fast. If you have spent any time researching how to develop functional strength and power, you will quickly realize that speed of movement is as important the force associate with that movement. Interestingly, the real strength experts are now using resistance bands more and more to develop power in their athletes.

is a small, easy to use, timer. It is great for interval training and circuit training but because of the Gymboss’s many versatile functions it is beneficial to virtually any type of training program. It helps in developing a more disciplined and structural approach to your training and saves you time at the end of the day. It is also very easy to use and extremely durable. Something you have to have if you are serious about improving your workouts.

are rapidly gaining in popularity in the fitness industry. Athletes from various different sports like cricket, baseball, rugby, tennis, mma and wrestling are benefiting from this great tool as they target the body’s weak links by increasing muscle activation which results in getting stronger in less time. Fat Gripz fit just about every barbell, chin up station, dumbbell and cable attachment easily and safely in seconds.They are made from the highest quality high density compound that don’t compress even under extreme loads.

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is a very versatile and portable tool so it suits a variety of different users. It can be used for warming up, strength and power development, balance, speed and agility training, flexibility, mobility and core strength training. Fitness Anywhere, Inc are changing the way athletes of all abilities perform by offering an array of body weight-based training products and specialized training programs for every clients specific needs. The TRX has changed the fitness industry and thrives on improving peoples lives and careers.

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is used around the world by elite military forces, pro-athletes and emergency personnel to build powerful core strength and burn body fat. These sandbags are built to last a lifetime and are a great tool for circuit training and other multi-functional programs. The Ultimate sandbag also comes in three different sizes for various fitness levels. It also comes with easy to swap weight packs and 3 handle attachments to make working out with it comfortable and heaps of fun!

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is a really unique tool which I like to use myself and with some of my clients in a core progression. It is great for roll outs as you can either use it with your elbows on the padded bit then when you are strong enough progress to just holding on to the sides. If you are trying to develop a strong core then getting your hands on one of these is a must. Never do a crunch again. If you want to see the Ab Dolly in action make sure you check out our core training articles.

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is ideal for all types of rotational training as well as upper body training. All you have to do is slip a barbell into the rotational sleeve. The sleeve features a multi-directional swivel which allows for rotation in any direction. What’s great about the extreme core trainer is its is portable & can be used anywhere. If you need to add resistance then just use the handles and weights. The benefits of training with this device are increased core strength and stability, improved rotational control and improved shoulder mobility and stability.

help clients and athletes generate power and velocity without any momentum. Nylon training ropes will not shed and are easier on the hands. These are a great conditioning tool and something all gyms and facilities should own. Other benefits are improved grip strength, inter muscular coordination, core strength and developing mental toughness. I like to use ropes for interval training sessions or set up a station where the ropes form one exercise in a circuit

from First Place are high quality balls at an affordable price. Medicine ball throws are an excellent way to develop explosive power. They are great for teaching proper acceleration mechanics for novice and youth athletes. These balls can be taken outdoors and used on grass or sand. Medicine ball training activates the CNS (central nervous system) prior to speed/strength training.

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is a very special tool that enhances core strength and stability which gives athletes greater control of their body and the ability to generate more power. It is ideal for all athletes and people wanting to improve their strength and general fitness.The torsonator comes in either a single or double sleeve variety which allows for another bar to placed inside it. The double is more versatile in that you can do more exercises with it as well as being to set up multiple stations where more than person is training at the same time.

are a great training tool to have at home or at your own facility/gym. Plyometric training will improve an athletes explosiveness and power through intense muscular contractions that invoke a stretch reflex in the tissue so that when the muscle contracts it does so with greater force. The main features of these plyometric boxes from Australian Kettlebells are that they are made from industrial quality steel, they have a non slip surface, they are stackable for easy storage, have a wide base for stability and come in multiple heights.

are another great tool which can be used for strength training, mobility, activation as well as conditioning. They have been used since the turn of the century to develop full body conditioning and fitness among athletes and non athletes all over the world. Their unique shape allow for positioning of the weight directly above your center of mass and allows you to keep your hand and wrists in a neutral alignment, which enable for greater endurance and longevity in the core lifts so that you can produce a much higher volume of exercise.