We all keep blaming our lats for giving out on the pulldown, when it’s the padding in our gloves that decides when the set really ends

We all keep blaming our lats for giving out on the pulldown, when it's the padding in our gloves that decides when the set...

You’ve been blaming your lats for giving out on pulldowns, but the real culprit might be sitting in your gym bag. A 2023 study revealed that just 3-6mm of glove padding can cost you double-digit kilograms of grip strength—enough to end your set before your back muscle has truly worked. Discover why competitive lifters ditch gloves and what actually works.

Why Gyms Are Ditching Treadmills for This Unexpected Equipment—And What It Means for Your Workout

Why Gyms Are Ditching Treadmills for This Unexpected Equipment—And What It Means for Your Workout

Treadmills are disappearing from gyms worldwide, replaced by functional training equipment that’s cheaper to maintain, more engaging, and backed by solid science. From sleds to battle ropes, discover why gym operators are rethinking fitness and what this means for your next workout.