10 Essential CrossFit Gear Pieces

If you want to be properly geared up, you need to start with your feet. And what better way to do that than with an excellent pair of socks? You do need a good pair of Crossfit sneakers too, but you need to start by protecting your feet with a pair of athletic socks. Rockay is definitely the brand that will not let you down. Their socks are engineered by athletes for athletes, and by choosing their socks you choose to have happy feet. Their socks are made out of high-quality materials that are eco-friendly and innovative, and although they are pricey, you will get what you pay for, and even more!Read more

The Rockay Accelerate is an ankle sock that is perfect for the gym. You won't get too warm when wearing them, nor will they suffocate your calves. But ankle socks tend to slip into our shoes, especially when we perform intense activities. Rockay is aware of this, so they created a sock with a tight top band. The top band is elastic to allow you to move freely, but it hugs your ankles and keeps the sock in place. A reflective logo sits on the back of the band to protect you if you decide to take your activities outdoors. The top of the forefoot has some extra padding that supports your feet and distributes weight evenly. The top part also has some extra light mesh which allows your feet to breathe.

When you run and jump around, friction will be created inside your shoes. This is why you need a pair of socks that can protect you from blisters. The Accelerate has a seamless construction, so there will be no areas on the sock to irritate you or cause blisters. The toes and heels have some extra padding, which makes the socks more durable and gives an extra layer of protection for your feet. The padded heel extends to the top of the foot, covering the areas above the shoes to shield them from irritation caused by motion. The socks have anatomically fitting arch compression that protects your arches and improves blood circulation, to keep swelling and pain at bay. The socks themselves are anatomically fitting too, with a right and a left sock, just like with shoes.

Let's face it, CrossFit can be one intense, exhausting workout. If you are tired of your legs feeling achy, sore and tired after a long workout, then the Rockay Blaze Compression Sleeves are the perfect product for you.Read more

Whether you are lifting, training, or running, your legs take the brunt of the impact. Keeping your legs pain free and protected are imperative to staying on track with your fitness goals. That's where the Rockay Compression Sleeves come into play.

Offering the perfect amount of compression and a perfect fit, you won't have to worry about leg pain any longer. Compression helps with overall blood circulation. Too much compression and your legs will be uncomfortable throughout your entire workout and hours after. Too little compression and the sleeve stops being beneficial and starts becoming more of a nuisance. That is one thing that you will never have to worry about with these Rockay Compression Sleeves. The compression level is absolutely perfect, leaving your legs feeling amazing, even after the most rigorous of workouts.

Owning a pair of compression sleeves that don't fit properly can not only be annoying, but they are also ineffective at what they are designed to do. With these compression sleeves, you won't have to worry about stopping mid-workout to pull them up or adjust them so they fit properly. Designed with Polygiene, these sleeves also offer sweat and smell resistant qualities. Polygiene allows the fabrics to breathe, keeping your legs and your sleeves free from odor-causing bacteria!

When it comes to CrossFit, comfort and performance should rank at the top of your list. Finding the perfect sock to fit your needs is imperative.Read more

That's where the 20four7 Athletic Fitness Socks come into play. Made from 100% recycled materials and offering multiple cushion-zones, not only does this sock outperform most socks out there, but they are environmentally friendly as well! The socks come with the ultimate cushioning in all the right places offering supreme comfort during those intense workouts, leaving your feet feeling like you haven't spent a minute on them. Equipped with a seamless toe, you won't have to worry about the uncomfortable pinching or bunching like most socks out there.

These athletic socks also have breathable mesh zones, allowing your feet to breathe and remain cool, dry, and comfortable. So comfortable, that you might not want to take these socks off. They also come with a reflective logo so you can feel safe wearing these during your nightly runs. What's even more impressive is that they come with a lifetime guarantee by the company, Rockay, so you know that you will never walk away disappointed.

The next thing to look out for is a good pair of shoes. Crossfit sneakers are very specific because they need to combine the aspects of running and lifting sneakers. Reebok is known for creating outstanding footwear, and they got creating CrossFit footwear down to a pat. The Nano 8.0 is their flagship model just made for Crossfit, and they will look good while protecting you!Read more

The Nano 8.0 has a bootie construction. It slips onto your feet perfectly and provides an optimal environment for exercising. The ankles are left free, so you have all the freedom of movement you need. If you look at the surface of the Nano 8.0, you may notice an interesting pattern. This is the Nanoweave. It works in a similar way to regular mesh, but the knit pattern and the flexibility of the fibers make it just right for working out. The Nanoweave was engineered for maximum breathability, and if you combine it with just the right pair of socks you should never expect to feel sweaty! The forefoot has a pattern that slightly different from the rest, and these are the areas that have the most flex. The forefoot grooves will bend to let your feet move naturally. The rubber outsoles are grippy and with great traction, so you can climb ropes as much as you wish. A molded sock liner cushions every step of the way, and the toe section protects your toes from falling weights and hard surfaces. You have a lot of colorways to choose from to express your style!

You will eventually reach your limit with cardio, and no matter how much you push yourself, you will notice that it's becoming too easy. Maybe even regular pull-ups won't do it for you anymore, and you will realize it's time to add some serious weight. This is what the weighted vest is for! This weighted vest is easy to put on and simple to take off - the belt is adjustable on both sides thanks to the cam style lock.Read more

Vests usually tend to wrap your whole body up, leaving no room for your skin to breathe or for sweat to evaporate. This vest is open on the sides and you will not feel stuffy or flustered when you wear it. The weight is evenly balanced and removable. You can start at only 2.5 pounds, and then slowly increase the weight in 2.5-pound increments until you reach 45 pounds. The belt on the back is locked in place with a kipping flap. The weights are rounded and smooth, so you won't have to struggle too much to push them in and out - you only need one thumb to place the weight in the pocket! The pockets are made for precision, and they won't tear and drop all that precious weight. The whole vest is made by hand, free of errors and built to perfection.

A speed rope is an essential Crossfit piece of gear that you need if you want to push your heart rate to go over 200 bpm! HIIT is an integral part of Crossfit, and a speed rope is one of the best ways to achieve it. This speed rope is usually black, but if you want to add some color to your fitness journey, you can choose from a myriad of happy, bright colors.Read more

When you use a jump rope, you will improve your speed, agility, strength, coordination, endurance, and much more. The handles of this speed rope are made out of ballistic nylon, able to withstand all kinds of abuse. The bearings are liquid steel, offering smooth motions that you can control with ease. The rope has a patented 4 bearing system - two of them sit in the handles, while the other two are on the tips, holding the coated steel cable in place. The rope is a great fit for advanced fitness enthusiasts and for beginners alike. The handles are about 6 inches long, and they are tapered so you can grip them with confidence. The cable is 2.5 mm thick and 10 feet long, and you can easily adjust the length with a pair of cable cutters. If you somehow cut the wrong length, you get a spare cable to make it work. The cable is kink-proof. The rope comes with a nylon carrying bag to protect it from getting tangled with the rest of your gear.

Once you really get into Crossfit, you will need a way to track your exercise data to know just how well you're doing. Garmin is a very well-known brand of fitness trackers, and the Vivoactive 3 is their answer to precise data collecting. The Vivoactive 3 has more than 15 preloaded sports apps, so when you get tired of doing Crossfit you can give other sports a try. The Vivoactive 3 has built-in GPS tracking, and you won't need to connect to a phone to receive precise data.Read more

Knowing your heart rate when you're doing Crossfit is very important. This is why you should get a fitness tracker in the first place! The Vivoactive 3 uses Elevate to precisely measure your heart rate. Elevate will also tell you when you're experiencing high levels of stress while also monitoring other aspects of your body, like your VO2 max, and fitness age. The stress level is calculated thanks to the tracker's ability to estimate your heart rate variability. Once the tracker lets you know your stress levels are higher than usual, it will advise you to sit down and take a break. Once you pair the tracker with a phone, you will always know whether you have any messages or missed calls. You can even respond to the messages, and see other helpful stuff like your emails, social media updates and much more. Once you're done with your chosen activity, it will be automatically uploaded to Garmin Connect, where you can see the data easily and even share it with the growing Fitness community. The watch even has Garmin Pay, so if you forgot your wallet at home you can always buy what you need with your watch! The battery lasts up to 7 days when GPS is turned off or 13 hours in GPS mode.

Now that we've got your feet covered, it's time to protect your hands. When you're tackling heavyweights and dumbbells, you need to protect your sensitive palms. You will get sweaty, and hanging from bars when you're sweaty is a recipe for disaster. Although not many people agree with wearing gloves when you work out, they do agree with wearing grips. Grips are just a strip of material with holes for your fingers that act as an extra layer of protection without compromising your range of movement.Read more

JerkFit WODies was created by athletes for athletes, just like the Accelerate. These grips won't let the skin of your palms tear and grow corns, and they will support your wrists so you don't feel ani tension or pain. They are hand-made in the USA, using only high-quality latex-free elastic neoprene. Their surface is smooth, created to absorb friction without bunching up. They are made with GRIP-RIDGE TECHNOLOGY - tiny grooves that will hold more chalk in them than other grips. They are easy to break-in and comfortable to wear. You need to choose the correct size though, and the right way to do that is by measuring the distance between the base of the palm and the base of the middle finger. If you're between sizes, it is advised that you go for the smaller size because the grips will stretch over time. The grips go over three of your fingers, and they will absorb and wick away every drop of sweat to keep you safe!

Besides protecting your feet, you also need to protect your knees. When you jump and run, your knees suffer a lot of stress, and if they are not properly stabilized, you can end up hurt! A compression knee sleeve is a way to go. A knee brace is too stiff and it can affect your range of motion, while a sleeve is like a sock for your knee that does not constrict your movement. This knee sleeve has compression, so it will squeeze you and apply stable pressure across your joints.Read more

Besides stabilizing your joints, it will also secure your muscles and surrounding tissues. But you must make sure to get the correct size by measuring your thighs five inches above the knees and then choosing the size accordingly. The fabric is tight and secure, but breathable enough to let your skin feel the cool flow of air. Since it's not made out of neoprene, do not worry about feeling itchy. The fabric absorbs sweat quickly and wicks it away, leaving you dry and odor-free. The top and bottom portions of the sleeve have silicone grips that keep the sleeve in place. The fabric is also soft and smooth, perfect for sensitive skin. The fabric stretches in four ways to ensure your mobility does not suffer.

A weightlifting belt is what you need if you plan to lift heavy. It will protect your back from unnecessary strain and pain, and it will keep you safe from injuries. A good, sturdy belt gives your back and core something to push against. This extra amount of stability will increase your power and stabilize your spine, keeping your form perfect.Read more

The Dark Iron Fitness Belt is made out of leather. Leather belts tend to be the best because they are the least likely to tear, wear out or stretch too much. The genuine buffalo hide leather is soft and supple, designed to support you without digging into your sides. The belt has double stitching throughout its length reinforcing its construction to make it last longer. The dual side tongue buckles strap you in securely. You just have to make sure to go for the correct size! The belt is four inches wide without tapering down to give you full support. And the belt looks good while protecting you, the red stitches clashing with the black leather to create a fierce look!