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Home Dojo on a Dime Part Two

Here’s a long overdue follow-up to our old post about building a home dojo on the cheap.  We’ve done a lot of upgrades since starting the Meriden Martial Arts Club, but it’s still dark and dingy–perfect for tough guys and gals who train … Continue reading

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DIY Sandbag Trap Bar

Here’s a quick twist on working out with an old toy. I repurposed my heavy sandbag into a trap bar for deadlifts and shrugs. First, I used some old ratchet straps from the wing chun dummy I made a few … Continue reading

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DIY Deadlifting Kit

I’ve been focusing more on training strength and power since winter–especially exercises requiring multiple muscle groups like squats and bench press.  As athletes improve these movements, they often need to use pretty heavy weights.  But having big dumbbells, Olympic bars, … Continue reading

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My Secret Weapon

Who would have known a rolled up bathmat could be so handy?  I was using this to block a draft from the back door of my garage where I train, but Home Depot had a nifty heavy-duty draft stop that … Continue reading

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Minimalist Home Gym – Part Two

Here are some close-up shots of the front of my home gym. This shot is of what’s on the floor under the center shelf.  The medicine balls are a little pricey for what you get, but I got one used … Continue reading

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Minimalist Home Gym – Part One

I think I promised this a while back.  Here’s part one of a tour of my home gym (i.e. the back of my garage).  I’ve spent the last few years collecting, scrounging, building, and stealing a good amount of training … Continue reading

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