Affordable Home Gym Equipment

There are many advantages to exercising at home. The biggest advantage is that you can exercise at your convenience, but it is also nice that you do not have to share the equipment with others and that you do not have to spend money on a monthly membership.
You can also take your exercises to the next level at home, provided you buy the right equipment. We’re not talking about an overpriced treadmill or complicated rowing trainer, but simple supplies that will challenge your body in ways you haven’t yet!

Supplies come in a variety of types and prices. You can find the basic items at any major retailer and the prices vary quite a bit.

Yoga mat¹ ($19.47)

A fitness mat or yoga mat aims to give your body support during different exercises. Therefore, it is also a must-have when it comes to exercising at home. On the one hand, you want your fitness mat or yoga mat to be thick enough to feel soft. On the other hand, you want the mat to not sag too deeply so you can keep your balance on a stable surface.

Resistance bands² ($9.96)

Resistance bands are essential for a good home workout. With these brightly colored rubber bands, you can challenge your muscles to a level you’re not used to. The more the band is stretched, the more resistance it provides. The progressive resistance is actually a godsend for your muscles.

Kettlebell³ ($22.79)

Workouts with a kettlebell are becoming more and more popular, it brings enormous benefits. You can easily do an entire workout with a kettlebell. Because you train your entire body with a kettlebell, you become stronger and the flexibility in stiff hips and shoulders improves as a result. Recent studies have shown that the kettlebell workout is one of the fastest methods to burn fat and promote muscle growth.

Exercise Ball⁴ ($9.73)

Working out with an exercise ball will improve your balance and coordination, putting even more strain on your muscles. The exercise ball has numerous benefits. You have to keep your balance on it, which makes it an excellent way to train your deep muscles, such as your abs. With a ball, you can do a complete workout.

Weights⁵ ($14.99)

A dumbbell is a short bar, with a fixed weight, or to which loose weights can be attached. The advantage of training with dumbbells, is that you also always train your balance and coordination. Your balance point changes due to the weights, which puts your core (trunk) muscles to work to compensate. This is a big plus of free weights, compared to a strength station.

Aerobic Step⁶ ($26.75)

Scooting increases your heart rate, which means your heart and lungs have to work hard. In this way these organs are challenged and can become stronger in the long run. In addition, stepping is a form of cardio, which could have a positive effect on high blood pressure. The nice thing about the device is that it is easy to store.

Jump rope⁷ ($3.82)

When we talk about a spirited cardio workout, we immediately think of a good session with the jump rope. The jump rope helps build metabolic fitness and coordination, which are the foundation for speed, agility and quickness.

^¹Walmart, Everyday Essentials All-Purpose Yoga Mat, ²Walmart, Fitness Dreamer Resistance Bands, ³Amazon, Sunny Health & Fitness Vinyl Coated Kettlebell, ⁴Amazon, Athletic Works 75 cm Yoga Ball, ⁵Amazon, Portzon Set of 2 Neoprene Dumbbell Hand Weights, ⁶Amazon, Tone Fitness Aerobic Step Platform, ⁷Walmart, Athletic Works Speed Jump Rope