Founded by indoor cycling instructor Mike Dooner, MySaddleBarTeam makes USA-made SaddleBar® utility bars and resistance bands that add upper-body strength training to indoor cycling. Its patented bar attaches to an indoor bike’s seat post, creating a platform for band exercises while helping riders maintain a more upright, spine-neutral position. The brand also says it donates profits to charitable organizations through its “One World…One Team” mission.
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NZ Manufacturing IncSince 1985, Tallmadge-based NZ Manufacturing has made USA-made resistance cords and bands for swim training, rehabilitation and athletic conditioning. Its StrechCordz line was developed by competitive swimmers and is used by everyone from novice swimmers to Olympians, while MediCordz and TurfCordz extend the company’s engineered resistance tools into clinics and high-level sports training. The company’s proprietary safety-cord designs and interchangeable resistance systems are built for demanding use in pools, clinics and training facilities.TALLMADGE, OH
NZ Manufacturing IncSince 1985, Tallmadge-based NZ Manufacturing has made resistance bands, cords and rehabilitation tools for swimmers, athletes, therapists and everyday fitness users. Its StrechCordz line grew from the ideas of competitive swimmers, while MediCordz and TurfCordz extend the company’s USA-made equipment into clinical rehabilitation and high-level sports training. The products are used by organizations ranging from the U.S. Olympic Swim Team to professional sports teams and leading hospitals.STOW, OH
Mark Bell Sling Shot®Founded by professional powerlifter Mark Bell, Mark Bell Sling Shot® makes patented training gear built around its signature bench-press accessory, which helps lifters handle heavier loads while reinforcing form and reducing shoulder strain. The company also produces related support gear for strength training, including a push-up version designed to help users build repetitions with better technique.GLENS FALLS, NY
GRIPAD USA LLCBorn from three childhood friends’ refusal to wear conventional gym gloves, GRIPAD USA LLC develops patented lifting grips and fitness accessories designed to protect the hands while preserving a natural grip. The founders first made a prototype from a neoprene wetsuit in 2003 and formed the American company in January 2008; GRIPAD products now reach more than 35 countries. Its open, minimal-coverage design remains the signature idea behind the brand, which also partners with the National Breast Cancer Foundation.BROOKLYN, NY