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We know that looking at all the different styles of Lifting Straps can feel overwhelming - you know you want a pair, but where do you start and how do you know what's right for YOU?
We're going to breakdown our entire selection of Lifting Straps with an explanation of the differences and benefits that each style provides. Let's get into it!
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This question gets asked quite a bit, and today we are going to let you know if Villain Wrist Wraps are any good or not!
Julius Maddox set a NEW world Record his past weekend with an amazing lift of 739.6 lb.
Weightlifting has its risks of injury just like any other sport. And just like football, basketball, or golf, prevention of injury is key to a long career. After all, the best way to heal an injury is to avoid ever getting one in the first place. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent injuries, there are methods that are proven to greatly reduce the risk of having weightlifting injuries.
Anyone with a little common sense and a decent amount of training experience knows that workout nutrition does not have to be that complicated.
Unfortunately, we have been force fed ( no pun intended), lots of contradicting information from uninformed individuals and sports nutrition marketers.
Many weightlifters, CrossFitters, and athletes experience some sort of pain in their elbows when training. Please do not ignore this as your body is telling you that something is wrong and it needs to be addressed. There are 2 types of problems we will discuss.
Over the years, exercise fads have come and gone as athletes, sports enthusiasts, and individuals looking for a challenge have tried to find the best way to hone their bodies. While many programs have their pros and cons, CrossFit training has revolutionized the fitness world. For those who want results that are enduring and will bring about a true transformation, CrossFit is the way to go. It will take commitment and hard work as you push yourself further than you've ever gone before. In the...
CrossFit has released the schedule for the upcoming CrossFit Games in 2015.
Deadlifting is one of the most effective exercises for building muscle strength and power. However, reaching a deadlift plateau can be frustrating and make it difficult to see progress in your lifting routine. If you struggle to increase your deadlift weight, don't worry - it happens to everyone at some point. This article will explore 8 proven strategies for overcoming your deadlift plateau and taking your strength to the next level.
At the post-Olympia seminar on December 18, 2022, Olympia president Dan Solomon announced that the 2023 Olympia will be staged in Orlando, Florida sometime in the first week of November 2023. Though he did not give specifics on the dates, it is expected that the show will likely span from November 3-5.
When it comes to pre-workout supplements (often referred to as just a pre-workout), there are two main types: stim and non-stim.
But what exactly is a stim and a non-stim pre-workout? What does each one do? Which one should you choose? We have all the answers for you, so that you can make an informed decision and use either, or both, to maximize your exercise routines.
Wondering how to use our Figure Lifting Straps? We have made it simple and easy with this tutorial. This video explains how to put them both on and remove after lifting. These are great for deadlifting, shoulder shrugs, and/or any type of pulling movement when training in the gym.
It can be easy to get caught up in a “no days off” mentality when you’re committed to a goal to build muscle, lose fat, or otherwise change your body composition.
Yes, a regular, consistent exercise schedule is right for you and necessary for anyone working to meet body composition goals. But it turns out what you do between workouts is important, too.
If you are at all involved in the fitness community, you have probably heard something about branch-chain amino acids (BCAAs). You may know they are essential for muscle building and part of any well-rounded supplement regimen. While it is true that they can help with muscle building, some of the hype surrounding taking a BCAA supplement may be just that, hype. So, let’s take a look at BCAAs and why you need them or why you don’t.
TUFFWRAPS.COM is geared up and excited to head out to The American Fitness Expo in Houston, TX, June 3/4th at the NRG Center...
C.T. Fletcher with Leroy Walker "When your spotter tells the whole gym to STFU ...you are kinda forced to hit that rep."
When it comes to weightlifting, a few tools can be used to assist the process. One such tool is the lifting strap. Lifting straps are a simple but effective tool that can help you lift heavier weights and improve your grip strength. However, knowing when to use lifting straps can be a challenge.
Looking to take your workouts to the next level? If so, consider investing in Villain Wrist Wraps! Wrist wraps are an essential piece of gear for any serious athlete. They provide support and stability to your wrists. At the same time, you lift, allowing you to lift heavier weights without the risk of injury. In this article, we will explore the amazing benefits of wrist wraps and how to use them for maximum effectiveness. Let’s get started!
If you’re asked “how much do you bench, bro?” and your answer is “not enough”, I truly sympathize with you.
The barbell bench press is known for improving chest strength, size, and power, but performing it to perfection can be quite a challenge. Many people struggle to develop a bigger bench press despite going up in weight and increasing the number of times they bench per week. They often push harder, not knowing they’ve reached the dreaded “plateau”.
When it comes to choosing a knee support for your training it can be a really difficult decision, especially if it's your first ever knee support. Much like our previous blog about elbow sleeves, understanding the reason or what exercises you will be performing with the knee sleeves is the best way to make an informed decision.
Wondering what a Deadlift Wedge is and how it can improve your workouts? This small tool is perfect to throw in your gym bag and use when loading/unloading your barbell for a much easier lift! We made a quick and simple video showing how easy it is to use! These are great for deadlifting, shoulder shrugs, and/or any type of exercise that requires barbell equipment.
The Strongman Champions League World Finals were finally upon us and they did not disappoint! After the 2020 season was disrupted heavily by the global Covid 19 pandemic the decision was taken to extend the season into 2022 and create a combined 2021 / 2022 season where the athletes could looked to be crowned a true World Champion.
We are excited to release our Blemished Villain Wrist Wraps that we have here at the TUFF Headquarters. Our Blemished Wrist Wraps have minor flaws in them but are still fully functional. We have listed below some things that we consider blemishes.
Mental toughness is just as important to an athlete as physical ability. You can have all of the talent in the world, but if you can’t keep it together mentally while training or competing, you will never reach your full athletic potential. Mental toughness involves having an impenetrable defense against distractions, recovering from mistakes quickly, and most of all, being confident
CrossFit athletes are some of the most disciplined individuals that you will ever meet. Their mindset can be seen in their appearance and disposition. To maintain this level of vim and vigor requires being efficient with every aspect of your lifestyle. This means there is more needed than engaging in the different rigorous WODs. Finding a diet that is a healthy complement can be a challenge. One diet that has bubbled to the top as the best available for high impact athletes is the Paleo Diet....
We get many customers that ask us about using our TUFF Lifting Straps - What are they used for? How do I put them both on? Am I using them correctly?
We are super pumped to offer NCAA Licensed Wrist Wraps. We started with the University of Florida as it was a local college to our warehouse.
For fit college students, eating healthy especially while on the go can be one of the biggest challenges of your college career. When not running from one class to the next or attending events and working part-time jobs- college students who want to be fit and healthy, also have to remain aware of the caloric intake, fat and trans fat, and cholesterol in convenient food options.
In October we entered the last quarter of 2018 and so begins the season of excessive carbs and calories. AHHH! Good times! But October is also Breast cancer awareness month.
Our first Fit Expo is in the bag. We are ready for the next one...bring it on!! Thanks to American Fitness Expo and all who stopped by! As always #staytuff TUFFWRAPS.COM
Leroy "The Machine" Walker one of the best in the world offers you tips, motivation and explains the importance of speed training.
Weightlifting belts are an often-overlooked piece of equipment that can benefit those who use them while working out. When lifting heavy weights, the muscles in the lower back, as well as the abdominal area, are put under a significant amount of stress. A weightlifting belt can support these muscles, reduce the risk of injury, and improve overall performance.
Yes, a bench press world record you read it correctly...744.1 lbs. 😮
Julius Maddox has broken his old World Record Lift of 739.6 lbs, which were set early this year at the Boss of Bosses Powerlifting meet in California. The NEW record he set is 744.1 lbs, and you can watch it below.
On June 22nd Julius Maddox set a personal record and the new American record by bench pressing 723.1 lbs at The Battle of the Bay in Corpus Christi, TX. We were super pumped to be there to witness this remarkable accomplishment.
Unlike the main macronutrients carbohydrate, fat, and protein, magnesium doesn’t get a whole lot of attention. Perhaps this is because many people are unaware of the role magnesium plays in nearly every biological process. In fact, magnesium is involved in over 600 hundred chemical reactions in the body responsible for:
It was equivalent to an IED blast injury in the military, and I ended up with three surgeries, the last being plastic surgery. In fact, the surgery was done and will be tracked for 18 months by the US Dept of Defense; that’s the rare uniqueness of the injury.
Dual-ply support which is designed to compress, support and provide warmth to your elbow joints when training. These are perfect for strongman training, weightlifting, powerlifting and any exercise where you want support to your elbows.
The ketogenic diet is definitely the current popular fad diet, made famous by many celebrities who tout its benefits. Several athletes have also jumped on board the ketogenic diet train with the intention of improving their athletic performance, but is it a good diet to support athletic performance?
There is a lot of contradictory information about post workout nutrition. A lot of nutrition “coaches” never really read medical research or pay attention to the details that might maximize a client’s ability to achieve their body composition goals. This list cuts through the fat ( no pun intended) and gives you the bottom line on what to eat and what to avoid after training.
The World’ Fittest Man and Woman, Rich Froning and Camille Leblanc-Bazinet, can RX a CrossFit workout at nearly anytime, but for most of us Crossfitters, the RX’d WOD, at least initially, can be an elusive concept.
But, thanks to the ability to scaled workouts, everyday Crossiftters can experience the same or better results than some Games athletes. As stated by CrossFit’s Founder Greg Glassman, “The needs of an Olympic athlete and our grandparents differ by degree not kind. One is looking f...
Opening a Wholesale Account Begin Wholesale Application TuffWraps.com has been serving the needs of fitness retailers, nutrition companies, and apparel companies since 2013. We are focused on old-fashioned customer service and want to be your partner in success. We have...
