Rigor Mortis Knee Sleeves - Choosing The Right Size?
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Rigor Mortis Knee Sleeves - Choosing The Right Size? The Rigor Mortis Hourglass Sleeves are a revelation to the knee sleeve market and with this advancement in design comes a change in thinking when it comes to the knee sleeve sizing. Gone are the days of sizing down and trying to SQUEEZE into a pair of sleeves just because you can. Before ordering we advise you checking out the below information. Before Ordering Check, Check and Triple Check your size! The sizing chart is there for a reason and sizing down vs the sizing chart will not result in better performance. Using a pliable tape measure make sure to measure as per the sizing chart. You may find that your...
WHAT ARE THE BEST WRIST WRAPS? – Updated 2024
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WHAT ARE THE BEST WRIST WRAPS? You’re in the market for a new pair of wrist wraps but sometimes it can be difficult to figure out which wrap is for you! Not to worry, the best wrist wraps for powerlifting or just the best wrist wraps for strength training are here at A7 and below is how to find what’s just right for you. The new Zebra Wrist Wraps feature an all-new Patent Pending design. Vs a traditional wrist wraps these have Strips of Velcro on the wrist wrap rather than the usual block of Velcro. This unique design overcomes the stretch limitations of all other wrist wraps which means you are able to pull the wraps tighter, but you...
What Do You Wear to a Powerlifting Competition? - IPF APPROVED
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Is your big day around the corner? Check out a few items that are must haves for competition, and just make sure that you have all bases covered. Powerlifting Singlet ☑️ A powerlifting staple and something we all need to compete in. With 15 + colours to choose from if you haven't got yours yet this may be your time! ➡️ Breathable elastic fabric for full mobility Flatlock seams to help eliminate skin irritation.➡️ Compression grip strip to ensure the legs of the singlet will not ride up➡️ Curved panel design for a slimming look➡️ Available in Mens and Womens FitDG Meet Tee ☑️ Mix and Match your Singlet with your meet tee and get that perfect look. Our Meet...
What Knee Sleeves Are Right For Me?
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Owen Here To Help! Have a little look below at both, my personal opinion as well as the in's and out's of what makes a sleeve right for you... Flexis – The most flexible and have a lot of give in them. Still 7mm but made for comfort as well as performance. These sleeves are great if you want warmth at the knee and not to worry about any discomfort. I would be wearing these for accessory days or if I have a session where there isn’t much load. Somthing like a high bar, cleans, leg press and anything that requires a bit of freedom. Flexible by name, flexible by nature. Stiff – Similar to the flexis but they have that...
Lumière sur la fratrie A7
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Comment avons- nous commencé le powerlifting ? "Nicolas a d'abord commencé par la préparation physique qu'il faisait pour le rugby. Ses performances n'étaient pas si mauvaises alors notre père a fait quelques recherches et a trouvé le site de la Fédération Française de Force. Puis Nicolas a trouvé un club et a commencé sa carrière de powerlifter à l'âge de 16 ans. Pendant les vacances de Noël, il m'a défié sur un deadlift. J'ai soulevé une barre à 100kg alors que j'avais 14 ans. Et j’ai donc commencé à faire de la compétition la saison suivante. Aujourd'hui, nous sommes tous deux membres de l'équipe de France et Nicolas me coache depuis mes débuts. Nos parents nous soutiennent et nous suivent...
Spotlight on the A7 siblings...
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How did you start Powerlifting? “Nicolas started first with the physical preparation he did for rugby. His performances were not so bad so our father did some research and found the website of the french powerlifting federation. Then Nicolas found a club and started his powerlifting journey being 16 years old. During the Christmas holidays, Nicolas defied me on a deadlift. I lifted a bar at 100kg while I was 14 years old. She started to compete the next season. Today, we are both members of the French National Team and Nicolas has coached me since the beginning. Our parents support and follow us everywhere, for both national and international competitions. They are our biggest fans. It’s our father who built our...
Best Gifts For Strongmen
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Are you looking for the best gift you can offer to a Strongman but don’t know where to start? Look no further here is a small collection of where to start. LSTS STRONGMAN NON BAR GRIP SHIRT Looking for something that is Strongman related for day to day activities? Our Logs, Stone, Tires, Sangbags (LSTS) shirt design is perfect for day to day training sessions or just repping that strongman life outside of the gym! Part of the Frostie Collection the shirt combines the dark colour with the fun and colourful design to bring that pop of colour into the daily workouts. With a Mens & Womens fit you can’t go wrong with this one! STONE SLEEVES Atlas stone sleeves protect your...
The Powerlifters Dog Toy
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The Powerlifters Dog Toy - Solid, Durable Dog Toys for the Strength Athlete If you are a dog lover, your paw-friend needs to be as trained as you. Playing with your dog is the best way to build strong connections and have a great time with your best friend. Your pup needs to be entertained physically and mentally. Our solid dog toys are durable and can be used as a training tool or just a kong for your dog! Our dog toys are made from natural rubber, which is non-toxic and very durable. The string is made from durable nylon rope with end coverings which make it strong enough to endure from the chewers. Pawsitive Vibes Only 🐾 - A7 Ball. Hard, durable and...
The Best Backpack for Powerlifters & Strength Athletes
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The Best Backpack for Powerlifters & Strength Athletes Picture the scene, you are travelling for a powerlifting competition… You have all your powerlifting gear in both your hands, your bag is falling of your shoulder every four steps and you can barely keep hold of your water bottle to stay hydrated. It’s stressful to say the least! This is why the A7 U-BAG was developed and changed the game. A7uk created a bag that allows you to keep your valuables in one place while you are travelling, going to the gym, school or wherever life takes you. THE INS AND OUTS A backpack for strength athletes and powerlifters who travel for competition needs room for your gym kit but also things...
Powerlifting, Weightlifting, Strongman, CrossFit. Choosing the Perfect Bar Grip…
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CHOOSING THE BEST BAR GRIP A7 Bar Grip is one-of-a-kind performance shirt with patented silicone grip on the back that is designed to help with slippery commercial benches and bars. The grip helps you stick to the bench during bench press and anchors the barbell to your back when squatting. Bar Grip is the ultimate training shirt for powerlifting, strongman and weightlifting workouts. Powerlifting Most powerlifters will choose our traditional Bar Grip where the grip is on the back only. Ideal for squatting or benching in a commercial gym this is where you will find our largest range of designs. An extra tip for those who are big arched benchers?! Our Front Grip Bar Grips will allow you to get grip as you set up very high up on the shoulders....