Friday already. Gotta love a short week. Kids are back in school, football is back on TV, and fall’s creeping in. If you’ve been enjoying these emails, do us a solid and share it with a dad friend.

Have an awesome weekend, fellas. See ya Monday.

PS: If you’re new here, we mix it up on Fridays with a quick recap from the week and a few extra gems to head into the weekend right. 

THE DIGEST 

• Most Clicked: Chukka Sneaker Boot 

• Best Community Reply: The best part of my day is when my little one runs to the door yelling ‘Daddy!’ when I get home. You can’t buy that kind of joy.

• Wisdom of the Week: Every encouraging word, every pat on the back, every “I’m proud of you” stacks up. And one day, they’ll carry that same voice with them into the world. Be the kind of parent who builds, not just disciplines. Who lifts, not just instructs. Because those little boosts? They last a lifetime.

• Product of the Week: Wren Ultimate Terrain Wagon

FROM THE TRENCHES

One dad tossed out a question about adjustable dumbbells and benches—something heavy-duty that could go up to 100 lbs—because getting to the gym with a 1-month-old at home is nearly impossible. The crew delivered.

What dads said:

• Trulap: Solid pick for adjustable dumbbells up to 92.5 lbs. Good customer service when parts break, and close increments for progression.

• Powerblocks: Nearly indestructible, been through years of daily use with no issues. Not the prettiest, but bombproof.

• Snode: Strong early reviews, magnet weights for micro adjustments, built to last.

• Practical hacks: FB Marketplace and Walmart were mentioned as sneaky good spots for benches and weights at a discount.

Takeaway: Plenty of gear works—it’s about finding what fits your space, budget, and style. Even if life’s chaos keeps you from the gym, you can still build strength in your garage.

Join the conversation on Slack here. 

GARAGE

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Derek D. sharing results from one of the most satisfying dad tools: the pressure washer. Thanks for sharing, Derek!

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WEEKEND BURNER

Full Body Dumbbell Workout

Format: 4 Rounds — 40 sec work / 20 sec rest per move
(About 25 minutes total with rest)

1. Goblet Squats – hold a dumbbell at chest, drive through the heels.

2. Renegade Rows – plank position, row one dumbbell at a time.

3. Dumbbell Deadlifts – hinge at the hips, squeeze glutes at the top.

4. Push Press – dip, drive, and press overhead.

5. Russian Twists – sit, lean back slightly, twist side to side with a dumbbell.

6. Dumbbell Sit-Ups to Press – sit up holding a dumbbell and press overhead.

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