Home Fitness
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The question often arises, "What is a basic list of essential home fitness exercise equipment?" What do you just have to have to get started working out at home?
There are hundreds of exercise gadgets to choose from but I'll limit my list to what a basic home gym would need in order to be considered a home gym.
What Are Your Fitness Goals?
My fitness goals are fairly modest: get stronger, maintain my ideal weight and reach a high level of fitness.
According to my studies goals like mine are fairly common and perfectly match up with other home fitness wannabes. Most women fall into this home fitness category too, they don't want to get all bulked up with muscles, but they do want to get stronger and slimmer.
Therefore, the average man or woman who is looking to get into the kind of shape that I'm talking about won't need to spend thousands of dollars on fancy schmancy king-sized weight lifting equipment or expensive "As Seen On TV" body sculpting gadgets.
Here's my minimalist list of essential home gym exercise equipment:
Dumbbells
You can buy fixed weight dumbbells or adjustable dumbbells. Depending on your budget and space constraints adjustable dumbbells is a good place to start.
My wife bought an inexpensive set of fixed weight dumbbells in sizes of 3 pounds, 5 pounds and 8 pounds. Even though they are on the small size I can still use them for a number of exercises that don't require heavy weights.
Pushup Handles
Pushup handles are the poor man's bench press. I use my pushup handles a lot. If you elevate your feet on a chair or flat bench the difficulty level of the pushup goes up substantially.
Push up handles pack small but play big. The are also inexpensive at less than $20.
Jump Rope
Jump ropes are great for warming up as well as for helping you to increase your coordination. Jump rope for five minutes and you will probably be exhausted.
Skipping rope is difficult to do well but well worth the effort to master.
I also like jump ropes because it helps eliminate the monotony of doing the same cardio exercises over and over again.
Sturdy Chair
I use my chair for doing seated dumbbell presses (a chair really helps your form) and tricep dips. Make sure the chair is sturdy and doesn't wobble.
Chin-up Bar
Chin-up bars are great for increasing upper body strength. You can buy door mounted systems or do like me and build your own wall-mounted one.
Soft Exercise Mat
My basement floor is concrete therefore a soft exercise mat is essential. My daughter bought a large gymnastics floor mat in used condition that works great.
I have also used a pair of soft industrial floor mats that businesses use when their employees have to be on their feet for long periods of time.
Stability Ball
I highly recommend a stability ball or exercise ball for your home gym. It allows you to exercise the core of you body in unique ways. It's great for abdominal workouts but it can also be used for upper body exercises as well.
You can pick up an exercise ball at a discount store for around $10 new.
Conclusion
As you can tell supplying your basement gym with the essential exercise equipment won't break the bank. You will be able to do an amazing amount of exercises with this equipment and get yourself into pretty good shape if you stick to it long enough.
When the urge strikes and you want to expand your home gym beyond the essentials I would recommend investing in an adjustable bench with sit-up capabilities.
My advice is to get the basic home fitness exercise equipment that I recommend and start using it. If you prove to yourself that you will be consistent with it then buying more elaborate equipment later will be a smart move, otherwise it will just sit there and collect dust.
About the Author:
Mark A Hanson specializes in fitness and weight loss. Sign up for his "10 Fitness Mistakes" eCourse and learn how to avoid the mistakes that keep you fat, weak and miserable at http://www.TheBasementGym.com/. Learn more about home fitness exercise equipment and how to lose weight safely and keep it off permanently.
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Fitness At Home 1 (3 Disc) - $12.99 Fitness At Home 1 (3 Disc) - |
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LIVESTRONG LSPRO2 Treadmill $1999 LIVESTRONG LSPRO2 Treadmill: The LSPRO2 is a true workhouse treadmill thats designed to last a lifetime. The highly durable, full-cast aluminum non-folding frame delivers a club-like workout experience that puts your focus where it should be: on reaching your fitness goals. Designed with the runner in mind, our new RunnersFirm cushioning system provides a firmer, track-inspired deck to support your training year round. A commercial-grade, 3.25 continuous-duty horsepower motor brings the smooth and consistent feel you expect at a gym right into your home. Both backed by a lifetime warranty, the ultra-quiet drive system and extended-range power incline deliver new challenges and more workout combinations for better, faster results. The LSPRO2 comes with our exclusive Livetrack Interactive technology for easy, online fitness tracking and access to new, FREE workout programs designed by Peter Park, Lance Armstrongs strength and conditioning coach. And for the most accurate performance feed |
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Susan Tuttle's In Home Fitness: Standing Pilates - $14.99 Susan Tuttle's In Home Fitness: Standing Pilates - |
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LIVESTRONG LS5.0U Upright Bike $649.99 LIVESTRONG LS5.0U Upright Bike: The LS5.0U provides a comfortable ride for all users, with a contoured, oversized seat that keeps you pedaling longer and decreases your recovery time after each workout. Vertical and horizontal seat adjustments allow you to easily find your ideal riding position. QuickZip pedals make it fast and easy to get started on your workout. With a rugged, sturdy frame and heavy, 8.8-lb flywheel, the LS5.0U delivers the fluid, consistent motion you expect for a great workout. When youve completed or need to pause your workout, the magnetic brake system provides an easy and gentle stop, and is designed with no wearing parts for years of maintenance-free performance. The LS5.0U is backed by strong warranty protection, with a 10-year frame warranty and 1-year on parts and in-home labor, scheduled at your convenience. Twenty levels of magnetic brake resistance and 11 preprogrammed workouts, give you endless options to change up your exercise routine and stay focused |
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LIVESTRONG LS28IC Indoor Cycle $1299.99 LIVESTRONG LS28IC Indoor Cycle: A commercial-quality bike, just like what is used in indoor cycling classes. With each bike sold, we will donate $1,000 to the Lance Armstrong Foundation to improve the lives of people affected by cancer. But hurry: only 500 cycles will be produced; each one is individually numbered and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Unlike our indoor cycles designed for home use, the LS28IC bike is built to endure commercial environments -- it has the same frame and components that are used in indoor cycling classes for hours every day. It features an all-steel frame, a multi-ribbon belt drive and 40-pound flywheel. The bottom bracket is oversized, and the crank assembly has four SKF precision bearings and forged high-carbon cranks for increased longevity. Exclusive LIVESTRONG details include a œ28? badge on the front fork to honor the 28 million people living with cancer, and seven stars on the seat post to commemorate Lance Armstrongs record-breaking seven To |
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Susan Tuttle: In Home Fitness Series Latin $10.99 Format: DVD Genre: Fitness Runtime: 62 Year: 2010 Release Date: 2010-03-16 |
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The Nautilus Home Fitness Workout Book $1.93 No Synopsis Available |
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Pro Fitness Cross Trainer. $79.99 This cross trainer from Pro Fitness gives you a great workout at home. Tone arms and legs at the same time whilst improving cardiovascular fitness. The console provides a range of feedback including distance and calories.Console feedback including: distance, time, calories, speed and scan.Stepless tension control.Transportation wheels.Maximum user weight 100kg (15st10lb).General information:Size H144, W52, D86cm.Weight 25kg.Batteries required 2 x AA (not included).Assembly required.Assembly of this product will take 2people approximately 1.5hours. |
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Tone Fitness Balance Board $25.04 The Tone Fitness Balance Board is an ultra-efficient, low-impact workout tool designed to help improve your overall fitness, agility and core strength. The constant motion of the board will challenge and engage every muscle, giving you more definition while burning calories. Strengthens hamstrings, quads, gluts and calves. The non-slip surface and solid pivot point is ideal for beginners to advanced users. The perfect tool for workouts at home or travel. |
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Pure Fitness 8527PT Pure Fitness Power Tower $184.19 Take the gym home with the Pure Fitness power tower Designed with durability in mind this tower s heavyduty steel frame is ready to take on any challenge you put forth. It s perfect for strengthening and toning workouts that specifically target your arms back chest and abs; you can also perform multiposition pushups straight leg raises vertical knee raises dips and chinups |
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Pure Fitness 8527Pt Pure Fitness Power Tower $184.19 Take the gym home with the Pure Fitness power tower Designed with durability in mind this tower s heavyduty steel frame is ready to take on any challenge you put forth. It s perfect for strengthening and toning workouts that specifically target your arms back chest and abs; you can also perform multiposition pushups straight leg raises vertical knee raises dips and chinups |
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Core Fitness Set $29.99 Combining core strength with cardio training is a great way to shape up fast. And that's exactly what this Core Fitness Set helps you to do. Pack includes a gym ball with pump, skipping rope and exercise wheel.Perfect for home use, it costs a fraction of gym membership and gives you a range of different exercises to get stuck in to. |
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BFOB10 Best Fitness Olympic $219 The Best Fitness Olympic Folding Bench puts you in position for a well-rounded chest workout Best of all it39s compact footprint means even the most space-challenged home now has room for the cornerstone of all weight training equipment |
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BFFID10 Best Fitness Folding $149 Designed to be used straight out of the box the Best Fitness Folding Bench is functional compact portable and durable to offer all the flexibility you need to get all the benefits of resistance training without the high cost of a home gym When your f... |
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Boxing for Fitness (Paperback) $39.02 A guide to using a boxer`s traditional training regime to reach fitness goals. Boxing for fitness is a non-contact cardiovascular workout that`s safe, effective and enjoyable. It is suitable for men and women of all ages and fitness levels, from novices to cross-training athletes, and it can be practiced at home as well as the gym, so it`s easy to get started. And it`s a powerful stress-reliever.Boxing for Fitness covers all the techniques involved in a boxing fitness program and explains how to tailor it to suit individual needs. Color photographs and illustrations and step-by-step guidance help to ensure good form and maximum benefit. The core elements described in Boxing for Fitness are:Punches and combinationsShadow boxingSkippingPunching bagsCircuit trainingFocus-mitt work. McKenzie and Lissenden recommend training plans and provide sound advice on safety precautions for older and younger people and those less able. Expert tips explain how to prevent injury.The benefits of boxing for fitness are many: weight loss, general toning, improved strength and speed, coordination, balance and flexibility. Boxing for Fitness is a comprehensive guide to one of the most effective and fun exercise programs to achieve these goals. |
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Zumba Fitness - Xbox 360 $49.99 SynopsisAre you becoming bored with the treadmills, ellipticals and free weights? Are you looking for a new and exciting way to get in shape? Zumba Fitness blends red hot dance steps from around the globe with Latin music to create a fun fitness dance party right in your home. Featuring fan-favorite instructors, dozens of different Zumba routines, nine dance styles and a variety of locations, Zumba Fitness gets you in shape while helping you forget you're even exercising. The Zumba Fitness experience comes right into your living room with the first interactive game based on the popular brand. Learn more than 30 different Zumba routines with fan-favorite instructors Tanya and Gina, as well as Zumba's creator, Beto. Move and groove to nine different dance styles, including Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia, Hip-Hop and more. Learn the basics in the Zumba gym, then take the party to night clubs, rooftops, a factory and even into a stadium for exciting dance workouts. Track your movements on screen with the Kinect Sensor that allows you to work out without the restrictions of a controller. Follow the fun-filled routines with one other friend or three friends in turn-based pairs as you bring an exciting dance party home. |
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Fitness Training for Girls $9.99 Sorting through the mental, physical, and emotional aspects of a girl's life during her teen years, this guide presents positive reasons and practical advice for making fitness a permanent part of her life. As society becomes more accepting of truly athletic women, teen girls are encouraged to overcome a “quitter's mentality” and develop physical confidence and mental toughness. A variety of nutrition tips and fitness facts allow girls to design individual workouts. Also included is information geared toward teens on weight lifting, cardiovascular conditioning, joining a gym, and working out at home. |
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Stott Pilates Fitness Circle Lite $29.99 Stretch, strengthen and streamline with the professionals choice in Pilates instruction and accessories. Our Fitness Circle Lite resistance ring helps develop torso stability while targeting specific muscle groups in the upper and lower body. The Fitness Circle Lite incorporates the resistance of our professional model but its lightweight construction makes it ideal for beginners, at home workouts, and travel. Inner and outer foam grips provide extra comfort. Diet & Fitness , Yoga & Pilates , Other Yoga & Pilates Accessories , Fitness Circles |
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Bayou Fitness Products E8620 Home Gym $2077.74 All of the best aspects from a variety of fitness products are brought together with the ESeries Home Gym E8620. This fusion of benefits frees up space by eliminating the need to have varying equipment in your home gym. The adjustable pec station comes with 9 positions and combines with dual grip pec arms to let you attain a toned and solidified chest. A high mid and low stations pulley assembly will enable a variety of exercises that target the abs and oblique's while the lat pull down stations' focus on arms and shoulders is sure to produce results that leave you pleased. Molded grips on lat pull down bar. 3 Backrest adjusts to 7 horizontal positions. 4.33 Vinyl covered roll pads for leg curl/extension station. Exclusive lifetime warranty provides complete coverage for as long as you own the machine. Ideal for institutional and light inhome use. Ultrathick 3 cushions offer firm support. Tearresistant double stitched vinyl cleans easily and repels sweat. Extralarge 4.33 vinyl wrapped roller pads provide unsurpassed comfort. Durable skid resistant rubber pads are secured to protect floors. Baked on scratch resistant powder coat finish for longlasting durability. Ten vertical settings on seat pad. Steel shroud over weights. Press leg and lat workouts. High station. Mid station. Low station. Press arm. Ab strap. Short hand strap. Foot plate. Lat bar. Curl/short bar. Workout chart display. 11 Gauge steel. Baked powder coat finish. Light commercial rating. 200 lb. Weight stack. Residential warranty: lifetime frame and parts. Light institutional warranty: lifetime frame and 1 year parts. |
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SUSAN TUTTLES IN HOME FITNESS SERIES BY TUTTLE,SUSAN (DVD) $23.39 Artist: TUTTLE,SUSAN Genre: Exercise/Fitness Rating: NR Release Date: 16MAR2010 |
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Fitness Health Wall Clock by CafePress $15 Fitness Clock - Fitness... It's a way of life... Great gym decoration or gift for anyone who works out Health Wall Clock Decorate any room in your home or office with our 10 inch wall clock. Black plastic case. Requires 1 AA battery included. |
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KICKbox Fitness (DVD) $88.44 Instructors Joe Lewis, John Maynard, and Trey Watt bring you KICKbox Fitness, featuring four separate video programs on one extended play DVD : Vol. 1—Program Principles and Guidelines; Vol. 2—Basic Rhythmic-Combat Techniques; Vol. 3—Basic Bag-Work Techniques; and Vol. 4—Home Workout, presents a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals and skills involved in designing and executing a physically challenging kickboxing workout. |