Paying for a gym membership can be expensive, especially over the long-run, and on top of that, you have to share the equipment with strangers. The same equipment that strangers sweat on is the same equipment you share with other gym-goers, which does not sound very hygienic.
Fortunately, you can work out from home and enjoy the same gym gains if you purchase your equipment. Here are some of the work-from-home gym equipment that you should consider purchasing to maximize your experience.
Exercise Mat-$29
An exercise mat is ideal for any workout, whether yoga, calisthenics, or regular equipment-based workouts. It protects your feet and hand as opposed to working out on hard concrete or wooden floors. Yoga mats are also portable, which means you can put it in your bag and carry it anywhere, especially if you love traveling.
Resistance bands -$50.99
If you want faster results with your workout without using heavy equipment, consider purchasing a set of resistance bands. They provide the same effect on muscles as what you would experience with weights because the resistance increases muscle strain and muscle tear.
Stability ball-$29.99
Stability balls are ideal for back exercises, for example, for people that have back pains or pregnant women. It helps to improve your core and balance while at the same time, boosting your coordination.
Aerobic stepper-$35.74
The aerobic stepper is a must-have if you want some leg workout while remaining indoors. It simulates climbing stairs, although in this case, it is one step up and reverse. Nevertheless, it does provide more than a decent leg workout.
Pull-up bar-$29.99
It is a replacement for the heavy pullup equipment usually found in gyms for a very fraction of industrial gym equipment price. It is ideal for individuals that want to build their arm muscles and chest muscles. This device’s beauty is that it is easily portable, and placement is easy, especially on door frames. You can also easily store it away.
Punching bag-$59.99
Punching bags are great, especially when you want to blow off some steam. You can set it up and have a go at it. It is no longer a luxury you can only find at the gym, and having one at home is great because it will always be available when you need it.
