Recommended Workout Tools

Kettlebells

If you’re totally new to kettlebells or have little experience with strength training, I recommend first purchasing a kettlebell that is between 6-8 kg (13-17 lb).

If you’ve used a kettlebell before, or have experience with strength training, I recommend purchasing a 12 kg kettlebell, which will be great for most movements, including the military press, goblet squat, and swings. From there, you can move into using a 16 kg (35 lb) kettlebell or 20 kg (44 lb) kettlebell for swings and lower body training like deadlifts or goblet squats.

I recommend purchasing cast iron kettlebells. Check out the CAP Barbell Cast Iron Competition Kettlebells on Amazon, which have a powder coating and come in a variety of sizes.

Dumbbells

Dumbbells can be found at most sporting good stores, or you can purchase them online. You can also get an adjustable dumbbell set with 4 extra 5 lb plates for more versatility.

Resistance Bands

There are two kinds of resistance bands used in this program. The first is what is often referred to as pull-up or powerlifting bands. These bands are slightly thicker, and are a continuous loop. Because they provide a higher level of resistance, the pull-up band is the band you’ll be using most often in workouts.

 I recommend purchasing either a 2-15 lb band or 5-35 lb band for upper body movements, and the 10-50 lb band for lower body movements.

The second set of bands I recommend purchasing are from Theraband. If you’ve ever gone to a physical therapist before, you’ve likely used Therabands when performing rehabilitation exercises. These bands are not a continuous loop, but can be tied to a stationary object, or tied together at each end to make a loop. 

Recommended Massage Tools

Foam Roller

The Grid is one of the best foam rollers on the market because of the quality and the construction of the foam. It has a rigid, hollow core, which means it won’t compress overtime. If you’re on a budget, I recommend getting a basic high-density foam roller. As a supplementary massage tool for more targeted treatment, try the massage ball.

Massage Stick

The Stick is my favorite option as it’s longer than most, and allows for greater motion and pressure. If you’re looking for something basic, try The Massage Stick.