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Wrist Wraps
21Feb

Guide to wearing a weightlifting belt

Weightlifting belts are a popular product among weightlifters and other athletes who engage in weight lifting. A weight belt is designed to support the lower back and abdominal muscles. Correctly wearing a belt prevents injuries and improves performance. If you are new to weightlifting belts, welcome! We have prepared a quick guide for you to get started on the art of weightlifting safely.  How to wear a weight belt? As a beginner, you may not be sure if you need to train...

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11Oct

Aligning ourselves with leaders in the fitness Industry

At Rappd we pride ourselves on having high standard of products and service. An integral part of having high standard products is our affiliation with elite athletes. One of our sponsored athletes Katelyn Bartlett, WFF Ms Universe 2017 and WFF Ms Galaxy Super Model 2016 has been there for us as a product developer and given us real insight into product improvements. The honest feedback we receive enables us to continually make improvements to become the leading brand for gym and fitness accessories. Train...

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11Oct

CrossFit Grips – Rappd G Grips

Rappd G Grips will protect your hands from tearing and assist with your grip, without the compromise of feel. We have incorporated a 2.25” wrist band to give your wrist added support. Unlike many other CrossFit grips Rappd G Grips are easy to apply, as there is no Velcro close system, just slide the wrist band on followed by the fingers and your ready to smash out your wod. Easy to use 3 finger loop Durable Cotton and Elastic Works well with chalk Washable ...

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10Oct

Best booty bands by Rappd

Booty band now available with 2 models available: POWER (High Resistance) ACTIVATE (Low Resistance) Booty bands are available in Black and Hot pink Stand out from the crown and get the glutes burning. Our Activate resistance bands are an awesome application for improving agility and really toning the specified muscle. Our Power resistance bands are very stiff and generally are recommended to athletes who have the muscle strength to take on the tension. The Power resistance bands are suited to exercises like squats, sumo...

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10Oct

Best resistance bands by Rappd

Rappd have come out with the ultimate booty bands, two models available: Rappd Activate Bands are designed for those wanting to tone the muscles or improve agility. If you are wanting to gain muscle and/or gain stability through the knees or ankles during workouts ie. Squats, Leg presses, we would recommend the Rappd Power model. Rappd Power Bands are designed to assist those who want to gain muscle and/or gain stability through the knees or ankles, during workouts ie. Squats, Leg presses. If you are wanting to tone the muscles or improve...

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10Oct

Best knee wraps (Edition 555 knee wraps) by Rappd

Rappd have a wide rage of knee wraps and knee sleeves to assist in your lifts and prevent knee injuries. Weather you are bodybuilding, Fitness training, Crossfit training, Powerlifting, Functional training or strong man lifter we have the knee sleeve or knee wraps to suit We are Australia’s leading Gym and sports accessories brand. Our brand is trusted by athletes and used by all.

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Athlete using rappd dip belt at the gym
30May

Why should I wear a weight belt/training belt?

This question is one that seems to be highly debated by many. Let’s start off with answering the question on its head. Why should you wear a weight belt? You should do what you feel comfortable with. This answer has a double meaning. When you are training in any given sport, you can put the body through stress and in some cases using the body in the way that the body was not designed for. If you feel like you are putting your...

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10Jul

Why should you use lifting straps?

For those of you who have always wondered what the benefits of lifting straps are! Lifting straps are an implement used by wrapping them around your wrists and then the dumbbell – barbell or chin up bar. This attaches the weight to your wrist, alleviating the strain on your forearms and grip. Using weight lifting straps properly, will allow you to focus all your effort on the target muscle. Putting this into perspective I will give you an example of the effectiveness of weight...

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