It might seem like a significant financial burden, and a great deal of work creating a home gym – lugging heavyweights back from a store or setting up a treadmill is not straightforward – but it is a worthwhile investment. Consider the amount of time you’ll save traveling to and from the gym and how much money you’ll save in the long run on a gym membership.
Another advantage is that you only have to purchase the equipment you will use to build your home gym. If you are spending $100 per month at a gym and only using a stationary bike and some dumbbells, getting them for your home will save you money over the next few months. Also, the size of home gym equipment does not require as much space as you might think; folding versions of cardio equipment and weights systems are available for those on a tight budget. Dumbbell racks and weight trees can also serve as nesting grounds for your weight plates. Aside from being a safety measure, a weight plate tree can save you time when changing bar weights. It will also keep your workout area looking neat and polished!
Below you will find our round-up of recommendations for home gym equipment.
Bikes
Stationary bikes can be divided into three categories – upright, recumbent, and dual-action. While an upright bike has pedals right beneath the seat and allows a person to work out in a standing position, reclining bikes are distinguished by their reclining design. The user can sit back comfortably on the seat with the pedal directly in front of them.
Although most bikes require space, so many people do not purchase one, there is a solution. They are folding recumbent bikes that take up relatively little space when unfolded and even less when folded. They are easy to move from room to room and can be stored away to prevent corrosion when not in use.
Workout Bench
Although the workout bench is not a requirement for all fitness programs, it was a vital part of your weightlifting activities. You can get a nice workout without a bench, but you can add weight training to your whole routine if you have enough room. Many workout benches are portable and can be taken out and quickly assembled when you need them. And when you have finished, the bench folds down and slides under the bed easily. It all depends on the amount of space available to you and the storage capacity of your home.
Dumbbells
If you prefer to use weights instead of bodyweight exercises, a set of dumbbells may be what you need. Adjustable dumbbells make your routine a little more challenging. They are also very space-saving. These dumbbells will let you perform light and heavy exercises.
Kettlebells
A kettlebell is also an extremely helpful piece of exercise equipment because of its size and function. You can put it away easily when it is not needed and use it to supplement your cardio workouts whenever necessary. Getting a kettlebell and swinging is always beneficial. Kettlebells offer full-body toning and increase cardio exercise.
Pull-Up Bars
If you are new to pull-ups, you will probably feel like giving up right away when you set up the bar and try to do one. But keep going! Pull-ups provide excellent upper body and core strength, and over time, the more you perform them, the more results you will see. You can add a pull-up bar to your door frame without taking up precious floor space. Simply do a pull-up whenever you pass by it, and your fitness will improve in no time.
Resistance Bands
Resistance bands are another important piece of equipment every home gym should have. In an apartment gym, resistance bands are indispensable as they take up very little space, are extremely versatile, and are inexpensive. They are available in many different resistance levels to challenge both beginners and more experienced users.
In addition to weights, resistance bands can be used as an alternative. You can achieve weight lifting exercises with resistance bands or free weights. Regardless of what you do, be sure that you have a structured workout program that incorporates all parts of the body, rather than just doing a few reps at a time of bicep curls or lunges.
You can utilize other items if your needs are unique, but the above recommendations are sufficient to get you started. However, it can be difficult to start to consider your living space as your gym, especially if your gym routine has stalled. Despite this, taking out just 20 minutes a day to stretch and lift a few weights will surely do you good. At the very least, you should wear a backpack and add in weights (such as bottles of water, tins, or bricks) to enhance your squats and lunges.
