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The RDX Weighted Sandbag: a shifting load that makes your stabilising muscles work through every carry, clean, squat and slam. Heavy-duty Oxford fabric with reinforced stitching, in four size options from 5–25lb up to 125–200lb. It ships unfilled, so you fill it with sand, gravel or rubber pellets to the weight you want.

From £33.99: https://rarp-idfitness.com/products/rdx-fitness-sandbag-for-workout

What's your go-to sandbag move — carries, slams, or cleans? Tell us below.

Official UK RDX stockist, free UK delivery over £50.

MMA training gloves and grappling gloves look similar at a glance, but they're built for different parts of a session. MMA gloves carry knuckle padding for pad and bag work; grappling gloves strip the padding back and open the palm for grip and control. Using the wrong one works against what you're trying to train. Our guide breaks down which you need first.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/mma-gloves-vs-grappling-gloves-whats-actually-different

Striking-first or grappling-first — what does your training look like right now? Tell us below.

Official UK RDX stockist, free UK delivery over £50.

Shadow boxing or bag work — which does more for your technique? Shadow boxing lets you focus on footwork, timing and form with nothing in front of you; bag work adds resistance and feedback on your power. Our guide covers when to lean on each.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/shadow-boxing-vs-bag-work-which-builds-better-technique

Do you shadow box before you hit the bag, or skip straight to it? Tell us below.

Official UK RDX stockist, free UK delivery over £50.

Sandbags or kettlebells for functional strength? A sandbag shifts as you move, so your core and grip work harder to control it; a kettlebell is more predictable and suits swings and other ballistic work. Our guide breaks down which fits your goals.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/sandbag-training-vs-kettlebells-which-builds-functional-strength

Sandbag or kettlebell — which do you reach for first? Tell us below.

Free UK delivery over £50.

"Non-toxic", "clean", "eco-friendly" — on a sports bra label these are marketing words, not standards. Our honest UK buyer's guide covers which certificates actually back those claims up (OEKO-TEX, GRS), the trade-offs of recycled polyester, and where our own range stands — including what we can't claim.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/non-toxic-sustainable-sports-bras-guide

What matters most to you in a sports bra — support, comfort, or what it's made from? Tell us below.

Free UK delivery over £50.

Just starting boxing and not sure what you actually need on day one? Our guide cuts through the noise — gloves, wraps, mouthguard and the rest, without the upsell. Whether you're stepping into your first session or gearing up for competition, here's the essentials list.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/boxing-gear-for-beginners-and-fighters

What was the first piece of boxing kit you bought? Tell us below.

Free UK delivery over £50.

Still getting asked this: do you actually need gym gloves, or is bare-hand lifting fine? Depends on your grip goals and how much you mind calluses. Our guide covers when the padding helps and when it just gets in the way.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/gym-workout-gloves-vs-bare-hand-lifting-uk-guide

Free UK delivery over £50.

Orthodox or southpaw — which stance should you actually be training? It's not just about which hand you write with. Our guide covers how to choose (and why switching later gets a lot harder) so you build the right habits from day one.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/orthodox-vs-southpaw-which-stance-should-you-train

Official UK RDX stockist, free UK delivery over £50.

Shadow boxing or bag work — which actually sharpens your technique more? Shadow boxing builds footwork, timing and form with nothing to hide behind; bag work adds real resistance and power feedback. Our guide breaks down when to lean on each.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/shadow-boxing-vs-bag-work-which-builds-better-technique

Official UK RDX stockist, free UK delivery over £50.

Free-standing or hanging — which punch bag actually suits your setup? It comes down to ceiling height, floor space and how much power you're putting into your shots. Our guide breaks down the pros and cons of each so you don't end up with the wrong one for your home gym.

Read the guide: https://rarp-idfitness.com/blogs/fitness-tips/free-standing-vs-hanging-punch-bags-which-one-should-you-buy

Official UK RDX stockist, free UK delivery over £50.