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How I Built a Kids Gym Corner in My Garage
Home Gym

How I Built a Kids Gym Corner in My Garage

A step-by-step guide to creating a dedicated training space for your little ones right next to your home gym setup.

Philip Schemmekes·March 28, 2026·7 min read
The Ultimate Gift Guide for CrossFit Parents in 2026
Gear Guides

The Ultimate Gift Guide for CrossFit Parents in 2026

From wooden barbells to matching family workout gear — the definitive gift list for fitness-obsessed families.

Philip Schemmekes·March 20, 2026·9 min read
How to Set Up a Kids Gym at Home — Complete Guide
Home Gym

How to Set Up a Kids Gym at Home — Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about creating a safe, engaging workout space for kids aged 2-8.

Philip Schemmekes·March 14, 2026·11 min read
Best Kids Gym Equipment in 2026
Gear Guides

Best Kids Gym Equipment in 2026

A no-nonsense comparison of the top kids fitness equipment brands, materials, and value.

Philip Schemmekes·March 7, 2026·8 min read
BabyGains vs WOD Toys: Honest Comparison
Gear Guides

BabyGains vs WOD Toys: Honest Comparison

A detailed side-by-side comparison of the two biggest names in kids fitness equipment.

Philip Schemmekes·February 28, 2026·6 min read
The Complete Kids Barbell Guide
Gear Guides

The Complete Kids Barbell Guide

Everything you need to know about choosing, using, and getting the most out of a kids barbell.

Philip Schemmekes·February 21, 2026·7 min read
Mini Versions of Your Gear: Why Your Kid Wants Exactly What You Have
Fitness Parenting

Mini Versions of Your Gear: Why Your Kid Wants Exactly What You Have

The psychology behind why kids are obsessed with miniature versions of adult equipment.

Philip Schemmekes·February 14, 2026·5 min read
The 5 AM Dad Shift
Fitness Parenting

The 5 AM Dad Shift

How early-morning training changed my parenting, my fitness, and my relationship with my kids.

Philip Schemmekes·February 7, 2026·6 min read
Myth Busted: 5 Things About Kids Fitness You Got Wrong
Fitness Parenting

Myth Busted: 5 Things About Kids Fitness You Got Wrong

Separating fact from fiction when it comes to children and physical activity.

Philip Schemmekes·January 31, 2026·5 min read