CrossFit Gear Guide

The right gear can help you perform better, prevent injuries, and get more out of every HERO WOD. Here's what you need—and why.

Featured Gear Guides

Expert reviews of Rogue, RPM, WOD Gear AU, 4Time, TheWodLife, and Born Primitive jump ropes.

Prevent rips and blisters on pull-ups, toes-to-bar, and muscle-ups with the right grips.

Top-rated weight vests for Murph and other CrossFit WODs. Find the perfect fit.

Protects your thumbs during high-rep barbell and pull-up work. Essential for hook grip and preventing tears.

Provides a stable base and extra heel height for squats, cleans, and snatches. Great for heavy barbell WODs.

Supports your knees during squats, lunges, and box jumps. Adds warmth and confidence for high-rep workouts.

Helps stabilize wrists for overhead lifts, handstand push-ups, and front squats. Useful for athletes with wrist pain.

Choose lightweight, supportive shoes for running-heavy WODs. Avoid lifters for running segments.

Improves grip for barbell, kettlebell, and gymnastics movements. Use sparingly to avoid mess.

Provides core support for heavy lifts and high-volume deadlifts. Use for max effort sets or when your back is fatigued.

Protect your hands during high-volume pull-ups, bar muscle-ups, and toes-to-bar work.

Check the "Recommended Gear" section on each WOD page for specific advice. Here are some quick links to popular HERO WODs and their gear tips: