Onnit Steel Mace Review

The mace (gada)  is a an ancient weapon once used by Hindu and Persian warriors. The mace used in battle was not as heavy as the weapon used in training, the heavier mace allowed the warriors to develop strength. power and muscular endurance while mimicking movements that were essential on the battlefield. Today the mace has gained popularity through it's functionality with the training of MMA fighters, that can benefit from the applicability it has on their movements in the octagon.

Onnit has manufactured and marketed this product with their line of real world strength and athleticism tools. They offer a number of different weights and it was suggested that to start training a 10lb mace was the most appropriate weight. I had seen the mace used just maybe a month prior and could tell that it was something that was very functional, promoted a full body workout, and could be used in a variety of different ways, All these thing are important when having limited space and time to perform workouts.

I ordered the 10 pounder and when it came I immediately started to use it, performing some of the movements and workouts that Onnit had published on their website. This is a tool unlike any other that I have ever used but the learning curve to performing most of the movements was small since they mimic daily activities, other skill movements, such as the 360-swing, will take time and practice to develop.

Rik Brown of Liberty Strength Training describes a 100 rep workout with the mace as kicking your butt and at the same time massaging your muscles. As I fluidly transitioned from movement to movement I understood what he was talking about.

The mace itself was simple and built solidly and for just $40 is much less expensive that many other pieces of equipment. It's versatility alone is worth every penny. I would recommend the mace to anyone looking to improve their strength and conditioning, mobility, athleticism and overall quality of life. Remember you do not need to start with the complex movements and probably shouldn't until you are totally comfortable with this tool. Here is a video that I watched and based my first workout from, it had my heart rate up, my muscles on fire, challenged and trained my grip.