“Battle ropes can provide an excellent workout because they allow you to do some challenging moves without having to put your joints through the stress of carrying weights,” says trainer Tyler Spraul, ...
The first time I ever used battle ropes was during a training workout with my collegiate track and field team. I remember how gassed I felt after just 15 seconds of work, and oddly enough, I fell in ...
At the gym, veering too far from the equipment you're used to can feel intimidating. But the sweat session you'll get from one of the most underrated tools at the gym makes it worth stepping out of ...
Ever walked into your local gym, stood in front of the battle ropes, picked them up for a measly ten seconds... then dropped them like a hot potato because, err, you have no idea how to use them? Same ...
Imagine yourself slamming, swinging around, pulling, and moving a hefty, supersized rope, and then feeling like your arms, lungs, and body are on fire, after less than a minute. Battle ropes are just ...
Most gyms have battle ropes, and while they aren’t always the most frequently used piece of equipment, they can be a great addition to any workout. As a personal trainer, I have incorporated the ...
Sure, gym standbys like barbells and dumbbells are among the top tools of the fitness trade—they’re standbys for a reason, after all. But even the most dedicated iron-pumper should mix it up on ...
There are so many different components to fitness that, even if you’ve written off all physical activity as the archenemy of your very being, I can almost guarantee there’s something in the space ...
SLAMMING A SET of battle ropes in the gym is, quite frankly, a ton of fun. This type of workout isn't popular only because it looks and makes you feel badass, but due to its ability to help you burn ...
If you’ve ever cranked out a few rope slams or alternating waves with a set of battle ropes, then you’re familiar with the intensity this piece of equipment can bring to your workouts. While most of ...