Supplement and Gear Reviews

Buying guides and product reviews for supplements, food and training gear. Each guide ranks its picks against what matters for that purchase and names the best choice for each kind of buyer. How we test and score.

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Shoes and apparel

7 Best Compression Shorts of 2026 for Training

Compression shorts are one of those quiet pieces of training gear that can make a hard session feel cleaner: less bunching, less thigh friction, better support,…

Matthew Magnante, ACE ·
Pre-workouts and energy

7 Best Energy Drinks of 2026 for Adults

Energy drinks can be useful when you need a convenient caffeine boost before training, a long work block, or a low-energy afternoon. The tradeoff is that…

Matthew Magnante, ACE ·
Shoes and apparel

8 Best Weightlifting Shoes of 2026 (Expert Picks)

Short on time? The Nike Romaleos 4 is our top pick for serious lifting because it combines a rigid midsole, dual midfoot straps, and a wide…

Matthew Magnante, ACE ·
Lifting belts, straps and gym accessories

10 Best Weightlifting Belts of 2026 (Expert Picks)

Short on time? The Rogue USA Nylon Lifting Belt is our top pick for mixed training: its tapered nylon panel and roller buckle suit squats, deadlifts,…

Matthew Magnante, ACE ·
Protein powders and mass gainers

BSN Syntha-6 Protein Powder Review (2026)

BSN Syntha-6 is still one of the easiest protein powders to understand: it is built for taste and texture first, then protein support second. That can…

Matthew Magnante, ACE ·
Protein powders and mass gainers

Quest Protein Powder Review (2026)

Quest Protein Powder is a leaner, more macro-focused option than dessert-style protein powders like Syntha-6. The current Vanilla Milkshake formula is built around whey protein isolate,…

Ash, ACE, MSc ·