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Building the perfect home gym is tricky. Most of us are at least somewhat constrained by space, so we need home gym equipment that’s storable. And home gym essentials can also get expensive fast, so we’d love cheap home gym equipment when possible too. And, of course, we want the home gym gear that we’ll actually use and will be effective — what’s the point of investing in a piece of workout equipment that doesn’t do its job, or that we don’t know how to use? Whether we’re looking for a foldable treadmill for cardio, resistance equipment for strength training, or a mix of both, it can be hard to figure out what home gym essentials to shop.
This list of 13 pieces of home gym equipment is a great place to start. We’ve got everything from an exercise mat that will cushion your joints during your workouts to a 3-in-1 resistance band kit that will take you through every workout to a jump rope that’ll leave you dripping in sweat. Plus, we found the cheap home workout equipment picks that’ll save you money while you build your dream home gym. Whether you’re building out a brand new room or just looking to set up some space in your studio apartment, this is the fitness gear you’re going to want to shop. So, get ready to get sweaty.
— Additional reporting by Mirel Zaman