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The 4 Best Things Wall Pads Do for You Gym

The 4 Best Things Wall Pads Do for You Gym

Wall padding is one of the necessities of a proper gym. You simply can’t run a safe, successful training program without them. No matter the martial arts discipline, the training you do, and the facility you have, gym wall pads are a must-have form of protection. Why?...

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A Game of Inches: 1″ vs. 2″ vs 1.5″ Mats

A Game of Inches: 1″ vs. 2″ vs 1.5″ Mats

A single inch is not much, but it’s everything when it comes to the difference between the thickness of martial arts mats. Each type of training mat—from 2” MMA mats to 1.5” grappling mats to 1” striking mats—is ideal for a different type of training, and which one is...

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How Big Should a Home BJJ Space Be?

How Big Should a Home BJJ Space Be?

You’re ready to set up a home gym BJJ space, but you’re not sure how big the space should be. You’ve come to the right place. While the BJJ gym you frequent may be 1000 square feet or more, you likely don’t have that much space in your home to set up your own BJJ...

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The 4 Best Things Wall Pads Do for You Gym

Choosing the Right Wall Pads for Your Gym or Facility

Wall pads are an essential part of any fitness or martial arts gym. Even if you are creating a home gym, you’ll need wall pads both to protect yourself and your walls. Gym wall padding is simple to install and provides ample protection at an affordable price, but what...

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Punching Bag Filling Options: What’s the Best Choice?

Punching Bag Filling Options: What’s the Best Choice?

Punching bags have been used for boxing and martial arts training for over 150 years, with the first patent being awarded for a training bag in 1872. As the years have gone by, manufacturers of punching bags have used different types of bag filling based on...

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Shopping for a Heavy Bag? Make Sure it Has These Features

Shopping for a Heavy Bag? Make Sure it Has These Features

Bag training is one of the cornerstones of any boxing or striking training regimen, and heavy bags are the quintessential piece of equipment for bag training. These types of training bags can withstand anything you throw at them, from punches to kicks, elbows, and so...

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Unique Ways to Incorporate Color into Your Yoga Practice Space

Unique Ways to Incorporate Color into Your Yoga Practice Space

Whether you’re remodeling your current yoga studio or building a new one, color will play an important role in the process. You likely already have a color palette in mind—from your brand colors to your own personal preferences—but there are still interesting and...

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