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Turn Back the Clock: Coop Reacts to His Old GGR Videos

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Stephen Sheehan, CPT, CNC
October 18, 2024

Welcome to Home Gym Club!  Just like it takes plenty of reps to get stronger, it takes a lot of practice to perfect your video-making chops. After all, the key to developing any skill is consistency, which is how you go from a fledgling website to a globally recognized brand.

So, if you’re feeling frustrated about not making progress in your fitness journey, remember that, like GGR, Rome wasn’t built in a day. Keep hammering away, appreciate the small wins, and eventually, your efforts will be rewarded.

What’s in today’s newsletter:

  • Coop travels back in time to look at his GGR videos.

  • An expert guide on the five key components of fitness.

  • The GGR team reviews the tech-laden Concept2 myrow.

  • Our picks for the best unflavored protein powders.

Watch Party

Coop Reacts to Old GGR Videos

Whether it’s embarking on a weight loss journey or building a brand based on reviewing fitness equipment, the same thing rings true: We all have to start somewhere.

Long before GGR had over 330,000 Instagram followers and more than half a million YouTube subscribers, Coop was just a one-man show. However, his passion for all things equipment paved the way for Garage Gym Reviews to become what it is today.

Paying homage to the “never forget where you came from” crowd, Coop dove into his archives to dig up some of his first videos. Needless to say, GGR’s founder felt quite nostalgic looking back at his humble beginnings in the latest video on the official GGR YouTube channel.

So, whether you’ve been behind Coop from Day 1 or you’ve joined the community more recently, you’ll gain an even deeper appreciation for the GGR journey by seeing his reactions and his growth over the years.

Back to Basics

The 5 Components of Fitness: An Expert Guide

We all know that exercise is good for us. Whenever we do it, we feel fitter than before we started. But sometimes, we question ourselves. Am I doing the right type of exercise? Am I prioritizing one form of exercise and not enough of another? Is there anything I’m missing that will help my overall fitness and well-being?

That’s where the five components of fitness come into play.

Muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and body composition can all help you develop a training schedule that promotes good health and wellness. Longtime certified personal trainer and GGR contributor Ravi Davda considers these elements when putting together programs for her clients—and she’s here to help you accomplish your fitness goals, too.

Her comprehensive guide explains each of the five components and why they matter. Ravi also shares tips on how to schedule your weekly training program to include that special quintet.

Test Drive

Concept2 myrow Review

The Concept2 RowErg is frequently hailed as the best rowing machine on the market, but it has one obvious flaw: a lack of programming options.

While the machine offers a handful of preset workouts, it’s not the fanciest in terms of tech capabilities. A company called myrow recognized this drawback and created a solution to make your workouts more engaging via a 22-inch tablet that attaches directly to the rower, giving you access to an extensive library of workouts created specifically for the Concept2 rower.

As big fans of the RowErg, the GGR team jumped at the chance to try out myrow. With the help of equipment expert Lindsay Scheele, the face behind the GGR Everything YouTube channel, Senior Editor Amanda Dvorak breaks down everything you need to know about this modernized machine in her Concept2 myrow review.

Can this tool help Concept2 compete with other brands like Peloton and Hydrow, which are known for their dynamic workout programs? Sit down, strap in, and start reading to find out.

What’s Supp?

Best Unflavored Protein Powder

Who says you have to choose between chocolate or vanilla?

While there are plenty of delicious options on the market, unflavored protein powders are ideal for mixing into soups, smoothies, yogurt, oatmeal, coffee, or baked goods because they don’t mess with the taste of your favorite foods and drinks. They deliver a clean protein boost without the artificial sweeteners, added sugars, or funky flavors some people want to avoid.

GGR’s team of nutrition experts, certified personal trainers, competitive weightlifters, and health coaches have tested dozens of the best protein powders to find the finest unflavored options. They’ve carefully evaluated everything—including taste, cost, solubility, and formulation—to bring you their top choices.

Not only will you hear direct feedback from our expert testers, but you’ll also get registered dietitian Perry Nix’s take on each product’s ingredients and nutrient profile so you can choose the perfect unflavored protein powder to support your health and wellness goals.

Deal Zone

Legion Athletics Coupon Code

If you need a no-nonsense supplement company that can be your one-stop shop for an array of products—including the best protein powder, pre-workout, and creatine—consider Legion Athletics. Offering products, meal plans, and coaching, Legion relies heavily on scientific research in its formulations and opts for natural ingredients over artificial sweeteners, flavors, or dyes.

Although Legion supplements are not the cheapest on the market, the GGR product testers consistently rate them highly, so we’re excited to share the wealth and help you save a little bit of money on your Legion Athletics order.

Here are a few ways to save on their array of high-quality supplements:

  • Get 20% off your first order by entering your email address for their newsletter.

  • Create an account and start earning points for rewards: 20 for joining, 100 on your birthday, points for every dollar you spend—the list goes on. Then, redeem those points for discounts.

  • Consider the Subscribe & Save program: If you like a specific product and know you’ll continue to reorder, subscribe and save 10%. Cancel anytime.

  • Buy anything on the site and get free shipping and returns in the U.S.

  • Shop around major holidays, like during the upcoming Black Friday period, to score deals.

Quick Hits

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