Welcome to the Durable Body Resources page where I share some tools that have helped me keep my body strong and durable, and I think it’ll be helpful for you too.
Before I go any further, I just wanted to give a disclosure:
Some of the links below are affiliate links, which means if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no extra cost to you. I recommend these products because I’ve used them, found them helpful, and think other people will too. So feel free to use the links or not!
Injury Rehab Essentials
WODFitters Mini Bands
These are the small resistance band loops that can go around your ankles or knees. These are a staple in any physical therapy clinic because of all the exercises you can do for hip, ankle, and shoulder pain. Use code BAND50 for 50% off.
WODFitters Stackable Bands
These are the tube-like resistance bands with handles. I like to use these for shoulder and low back pain rehab. Use code BAND50 for 50% off.
Home Gym Gear
WODFitters Pull-Up Band Strength Bundles
With little space and a low budget, I’ve been using these bands for a bunch of different exercises including squats, deadlifts, bent-over rows, and so-on. Definitely recommend if you need to start your home gym with one purchase, and have a small space and budget. I got the Level 3 Bundle. Use code BAND50 for 50% off.
TRX Suspension Trainer
The TRX is another useful training tool that you can use almost anywhere. It allows you to use your body weight for strengthening and allows you to do a wide variety of exercises with it. Use code TRX20KN for 20% off.
Powerblock Adjustable Dumbbells
Adjustable dumbbells are like having 9 pairs of dumbbells in one. It takes up way less space. The powerblock dumbbells are super easy and quick to change the weights.
Barefoot Minimalist Shoes
Xero Shoes
Xero Shoes is a good quality barefoot shoe brand that is pretty affordable compared to other brands. Check out my reviews of some of their shoes here.
Vivo Barefoot Shoes
Vivo Barefoot shoes are on the more expensive side, but their shoes are very sleek and modern. I like the look a lot! I have an old version of the Primus Lite. They are also very eco-conscious.
Books
Peak Performance
Great book about achieving peak performance physically and mentally. Definitely recommend!
The Diabetes Code
Interesting book explaining how people end up with Type II Diabetes and what they can do to reverse it.
Atomic Habits
Excellent book that gives practical tips on how to break bad habits and start good ones.
Back Mechanic
A blueprint by a spine expert on how to fix your own back pain. He does a good job putting things in layman’s terms and he’s written textbooks on this stuff!
Genius Foods
This book was very eye-opening. It explains how certain foods that we eat every day can lead to brain problems like dementia and what foods we can eat to keep our brains as healthy as possible.