Damon Reeves
The Fitness Guru
Certified Personal Trainer & Former College Track Coach
From protein powders to running shoes, everything gets a real-world workout. No hype, just results backed by sweat and data.
About Damon
Damon coached Division I track athletes for four years before opening his own training studio. He holds nationally recognized personal training and strength coaching certifications and has tested gear on marathon training blocks, powerlifting cycles, and everything in between. He trusts his heart rate monitor more than marketing copy.
Reviews by The Fitness Guru
Owala FreeSip 24oz vs Sway 40oz: Which Capacity Actually Fits Your Session
Two Owala bottles, one lid family, very different carry. I mapped capacity to session length across lifts, rides, and hikes so you only buy the one you need.
The Fitness Guru Apr 18 
Best At-Home Fitness Gear for Small Apartments
What actually earns its two feet of storage when the whole gym has to fit under a couch. Six tested picks for the studio lifter.
The Fitness Guru Apr 18 
Amazon Basics Neoprene Dumbbells Review: Honest Home-Gym Staple
Fixed-weight neoprene dumbbells that stayed grippy through five weeks of sweaty tempo work, accessory lifts, and HIIT finishers.
The Fitness Guru Apr 15 
Brooks Ghost 17 Review: The Neutral Daily Trainer That Actually Got Better
The Ghost 17 added 3mm of DNA LOFT v3 in the forefoot and made the fit snugger. After 120 miles and one half marathon, here's what changed.
The Fitness Guru Apr 15 
Fit Simplify Resistance Bands Review: A $13 Starter Kit That Punches Up
Five latex loop bands under $15. I trained with them for a month, including glute work, warmups, and a hotel-room lift day.
The Fitness Guru Apr 15 
FITRELL 20-30mmHg Compression Socks Review: Honest Compression At A Three-Pack Price
Three pairs of 20-30 mmHg compression socks for $27. I wore them through long runs, recovery days, and a 12-hour flight to see if the rating is real.
The Fitness Guru Apr 15 
Owala FreeSip 24 oz Review: The Gym Bottle That Earned Its Hype
I ran the Owala FreeSip through three weeks of lifting, cycling, and a sweaty gym bag. The dual-spout design earned every bit of its hype.
The Fitness Guru Apr 15 
Owala FreeSip Sway 40 oz Review: The 40-Ouncer That Actually Fits Your Cup Holder
I tested this 40-ouncer for three weeks. The bucket handle locks leak-proof, the narrow base fits every cup holder I tried, and ice lasted 24 hours.
The Fitness Guru Apr 15 
ZELUS Weighted Vest Review: A $30 Rucking Vest That Mostly Earns It
12 pounds of iron-sand neoprene that smells like a tire shop but holds up through hill walks, runs, and circuits at a price that's hard to argue with.
The Fitness Guru Apr 15