Memorial Day Must-Haves: Gear Up for Summer Training Season

By Carolina Fitness Equipment

Memorial Day is more than just the unofficial start to summer — for many in the fitness community, it’s a reminder of grit, sacrifice, and pushing your limits. Whether you’re tackling the “Murph” WOD, prepping for competition season, or simply trying to stay on track despite unpredictable weather, this is the time to gear up with the essentials.

Here’s our roundup of Memorial Day Must-Haves to help you train hard, stay consistent, and take your goals to the next level.

1. Murph-Ready Gear

Every Memorial Day, CrossFit athletes across the country honor Lt. Michael Murphy with the legendary “Murph” workout:

1 mile run
100 pull-ups
200 push-ups
300 air squats
1 mile run
(Optional: With a 20/14 lb weight vest)

If you’re joining in, make sure you’re equipped with:

• Weight Vests: Fully adjustable with plate options for a snug, no-bounce fit.
• Pull-Up Rigs or Racks: Wall-mounted or freestanding options to handle high volume reps.
• Rubber Flooring: Protect your joints (and your garage floor).
• Rowers or Air Bikes: If you need a joint-friendly mile alternative, these are clutch

2. Treadmills & Indoor Cardio Solutions

Rainy afternoons or sweltering heat? Don’t let the weather derail your training.

• Commercial-Grade Treadmills: Built for serious runners, these machines are perfect for indoor Murph miles or daily cardio.
• Manual Curved Treadmills: Perfect for high-intensity sprints and CrossFit training.
• Air Bikes & Rowers: Low-impact options that still pack a metabolic punch.

3. Garage Gym Must-Haves

Summer’s the season of consistency — and nothing keeps you on track like a garage gym.

• Power Racks: With safety spotter arms for solo sessions.
• Adjustable Benches: Flat/incline for full-body versatility.
• Bumper Plates & Barbells: Olympic and power bars in stock and ready to move.
• Dumbbells, Kettlebells & Slam Balls: Functional tools for strength and conditioning.
• Plyo Boxes, Bands, and Mobility Tools: For warm-ups, rehab, and explosiveness.

4. Competition Season Prep: Powerlifting, Weightlifting, CrossFit, Strongman & OCR

Summer is stacked with events — from powerlifting meets to obstacle course races. Here’s what we recommend to prep:

• IPF-Approved Combo Racks & Calibrated Plates: For serious powerlifters dialing in attempts.
• Technique Plates & Competition Bars: Perfect for weightlifters chasing PRs.
• Sandbags, Yokes & Farmer’s Handles: Strongman staples for grip, core, and carrying events.
• Wall Balls, Battle Ropes & Sleds: Functional tools for CrossFit and OCR training.
• Climbing Ropes & Grip Trainers: Nail those rig obstacles with confidence.

Ready to Build Your Best Summer Yet?

Memorial Day is the perfect time to reset your goals, honor your effort, and invest in the tools that make it all happen.

✅ Looking to build out your garage gym?
✅ Prepping for a competition or race?
✅ Need expert advice on what’s right for your space and training style?

We’re here to help. Contact us today or stop by our Charlotte showroom to see our Memorial Day deals and get fitted for your summer setup.

---

#MurphReady #GarageGymGoals #TrainThroughAnything #CarolinaFitnessEquipment