Do you enjoy going to the gym? Is it difficult for you to work daily gym visits into your schedule? What if your gym is just a bit farther away from home or work than you’d like? Would you rather be able to workout in private? If you find that going to the gym is such an inconvenience that you miss your regular workouts, then maybe you should create your own gym at home with your own home fitness equipment!
But, that means you’ll need some equipment. Yes, it’s possible to work out at home without any equipment. You can do exercises such as pushups, pull-ups, and floor exercises such as sit-ups. And, you can still get an effective workout this way. But, you’ll progress much faster toward achieving your fitness goals if you incorporate equipment into your workouts.
Dumbbells and free weights come in handy if you are trying build muscle. They are especially useful for biceps, triceps and shoulder exercises, as you can perform concentrated exercises that will target these particular muscle groups. When choosing dumbbell weights, you might want to consider adjustable dumbbells such as PowerBlocks, as they are the perfect choice for those that may have a limited area for their home gym – and, adjustable dumbbells allow you to avoid needing to purchase different weights, saving you money in the long run.
You’ll also want to consider purchasing a weight bench. Exercise on a flat bench press allow you to target the chest muscles and an adjustable incline bench allows you to target different parts of the chest depending on the incline you set the bench at. Incline benches come in various quality builds and it is suggested that you buy something that is of good build as it is just a onetime investment that will serve you very well if you use it right.
If you are looking to accomplish more than the simple range of exercises you can do with a bench and dumbbells, you may be ready to move up to a home gym. These workout stations cost a bit more, but they allow you to do a much wider range of exercises than a simple bench and dumbbells. Also, if you are buying one of these, make sure that you have enough room in your house to install them. Measure your workout space twice to make sure that it will accommodate a home gym. When checking for measurements, pay close attention to the height of the equipment as that is where most people make a mistake and end up buying equipment that is too tall for their house.
Finally, if you’re also looking to incorporate cardio into your workouts, you may want to invest in a treadmill, rower, elliptical, or exercise bike. No matter which piece of cardio equipment you prefer, you’ll want to also make sure that you measure your workout space as well, as the amount of room you have available may help you determine the type of cardio equipment to purchase. For example, an exercise bike has a much smaller footprint than an elliptical or treadmill. And, some rowers can be folded up when you’re done using them, conserving floor space while still giving you an incredible workout!
For more information about buying a treadmill, home gym, or any other type of fitness equipment for your Phoenix area home, contact Fitness 4 Home Superstore today and we’ll be happy to match you up with the perfect piece of exercise apparatus – cardio, strength, core or flexibility.
