Equipment Related Updates
Since posting the recent thick handle dumbbell entry, I’ve received several questions regarding homemade dumbbell handle construction. I first discussed homemade options for dumbbells within the Infinite Intensity manual.
For those who have not seen the manual, you can find two tutorials at the links below:
Rope Climbing
It’s been several years since I first wrote about rope climbing on the website. In the time since, manila rope prices have changed. The prices stated within the old article are no longer valid. Fortunately, a member from the forum has found a new supplier, with better rates than anywhere I’ve seen thus far. The supplier sells his rope through eBay. I have NOT purchased from him, but his prices are very low.
Resistance Bands
I’ve also had several questions come in recently from athletes who have experienced ankle problems while training. Resistance bands are one of the best ways to train this area. If you are consistent with the bands, ankle problems will be a thing of the past.
Below is one excellent video direct from Dick Hartzell, the founder of Jump Stretch.
You can also find several related videos by following the link below:
Youtube Listing of Several Jump Stretch Videos
Ross
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That information is excellent.
I found Dick Hartzell’s tutorial particularly useful, as I have been fighthing to re-condition my left ankle for some time now, following a bad sprain. I am to integrate band-work as soon as possible.
Just another quick post to say that I am flabbergasted that no-one else has commented on the band-work video(s) (i.e., the individual video, and the listing of videos).
That informtion is pure *gold*!
Hey Ross! It’s your boy Chuck. Good stuff As usual. I’m telling you man you have something for everything. You were truly blessed to do what you do man. Thanks again Ross>
hey ross,
great info as always. as i continue to train in the martial arts, i find that my workouts outside of the gym are becoming more geared toward prevention of injuries. this ankle video is a great example of a very over-looked body part. this is the kind of stuff that will save me a lot of pain in the future. thanks for pointing this.
I’ve used the bands as part of a Tabata Workout with the Gym Boss Timer. I’m a firm beleiver of adding variety to a program and the timer was perfect!
I introduced it to my unit and now everyone wants a timer to do interval training!
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