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Book Review: The Warrior Ethos by Steven Pressfield
Posted: August 7, 2016 in Announcements, Product ReviewsTags: Amazon, Book Review, Books, Review, Warrior
The Warrior Ethos by Steven Pressfield
(Directly from Amazon)
WARS CHANGE, WARRIORS DON’T
We are all warriors. Each of us struggles every day to define and defend our sense of purpose and integrity, to justify our existence on the planet and to understand, if only within our own hearts, who we are and what we believe in. Do we fight by a code? If so, what is it? What is the Warrior Ethos? Where did it come from? What form does it take today? How do we (and how can we) use it and be true to it in our internal and external lives?
The Warrior Ethos is intended not only for men and women in uniform, but artists, entrepreneurs and other warriors in other walks of life. The book examines the evolution of the warrior code of honor and “mental toughness.” It goes back to the ancient Spartans and Athenians, to Caesar’s Romans, Alexander’s Macedonians and the Persians of Cyrus the Great (not excluding the Garden of Eden and the primitive hunting band). Sources include Herodotus, Thucydides, Plutarch, Xenophon, Vegetius, Arrian and Curtius–and on down to Gen. George Patton, Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, and Israeli Minister of Defense, Moshe Dayan.
Features at a Glance:
Pros:
- Short Read
- Full Of Popular Anecdotes
Cons:
- Too many anecdotes. Hardly any original content. It is just full of stories and points from movies, myths, and other books.
- Feels like a poorly researched high school term paper
- A pamphlet of what seems to just be titles of chapters.
- Very overpriced for the content that was included.
Where to buy:
I got mine as a birthday present. I did have it on my Amazon wishlist because I thought it looked interesting. Had I wanted to read a bunch of stories of ancient warriors, I would have just looked them up online.
Product Review: Leather Dip Belt
Posted: August 7, 2016 in Announcements, Product ReviewsTags: Belt, Dips, Leather, Product, Product Review
Leather Dip Belt
This is a review of a Leather Dip Belt. I do not know what brand this is, but I have researched a few different companies that make the same style belt that I have.
Features at a Glance:
Pros:
- Genuine Leather
- One Size Fits All (and I have a big waist)
- Heavy Duty D-rings, Steel Rivets, and Two Ply Construction
- Can Be Use For More Than Just Dips (I use for some Calf work as well)
Cons:
- Sometimes steel rivets can be sharp.
- No padding on back support (not really needed)
- Short chain
Where to buy:
I personally bought mine at Jesup Gym Equipment in Jesup, IA.
IronCompany.com (CAP Barbell product)
Product Review: Kylin Sport 2″ ABS Locking Collars
Posted: August 7, 2016 in Announcements, Product ReviewsTags: Collars, Kylin Sports, Locking Collars, Product, Product Review
Kylin Sport 2″ ABS Locking Collars
This is a review of the ABS 2″ locking collars that have been coming in to replace the spring collars of old. These are Kylin Sport brand. This is a great set of locking collars that would be a welcome addition to any lifters equipment inventory. This particular set came with a “handy-dandy” carrying case.
Features at a Glance:
Pros:
- Easy to Slip On and Off the Bar
- Fits Olympic Size Bars
- Quick Snap Design
- Low cost ($13.00 on Amazon, I received them for a birthday present)
- Used by professionals and amateurs alike
Cons:
- These type of collars can be expensive. I have seen some as high as $30-40.
- The only issue I have seen with this type of collar is the locking prong breaking off. The collar is still “useable” after that happens, but not as secure due to unexpectedly popping open. (I have not had this issue with my particular collar and probably won’t if I don’t just throw it around.)
Where to buy:
Product Review: CAP Olympic Size Spring Collars
Posted: August 7, 2016 in Announcements, Product ReviewsTags: CAP, Collars, Product, Product Review
CAP Olympic Size Spring Collars
This is a review of the basic spring collars most lifters are familiar with. CAP is a brand that has been around a long time in the fitness industry. This is a great set of collars that would be a welcome addition to any lifters equipment inventory.
Features at a Glance:
Pros:
- Easy to Slip On and Off the Bar
- Fits Olympic Size Bars
- Molded Grips for Comfort
- Low cost ($12.00)
- Used by professionals and amateurs alike
Cons:
- They are a little tight out of the package. Hard to open all the way to get around the Olympic size bars. This works itself out after a while.
Where to buy:
I personally purchased my set at Jesup Gym Equipment, Inc. in Jesup, IA. Just contact them at jesupgym@jtt.net, by phone at 1-800-858-0843, or check out their web page at http://www.jesupgym.com
You can also get them on Amazon (for cheaper).
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