I have tried to create a home gym atmosphere over that last couple of weeks in our spare room. Since I am a personal trainer and do a lot of “in home” sessions, I have to get creative with my clients! Even though I love going to the gym, sometimes its hard to get there! Below you will find a few essentials that are great to have on hand for indoors or outdoors for a workout at anytime!
- Weights! You can buy a few different sized weights just about anywhere nowadays! I recommend having light, medium, and heavy-set of each! Check out your local TJ MAXX, Target, or even Five Below!
- Bosu Ball. There are a TON of exercises that you can use your Bosu Ball for balance work, strengthening your core, squats, stability work…the list goes on!
- Exercise ball. Again, a great all-purpose piece of equipment that you can buy anywhere! You can squat, lift, sit, strengthen, balance, and lots more! My favorite…stretching on the ball!
- Kettle Bell. A kettle bell is a great all-purpose weight that you can use to tone the body and get your heart rate up!
- Jump Rope. Cardio anytime, any place! And did I mention cheap?
- Yoga Mat. Use this to stretch and to do your floor work! A towel works just as well!
- iPhone/iPad. Music, music, music! I need music when I work out! I have a ton of playlists on my phone depending on the mood I am in that day! Also, I have lots of Apps on my iPhone/iPad that are awesome workouts! It’s important to switch it up!
- Workout DVD’s. I recently bought a bunch of new workout DVD’s. I love doing routines, always have! I like to keep it fresh, get new ideas, and sometimes, I just like to be told what to do than thinking of what I have to do! I will be doing a review of my favorite DVD’s soon!
So there you have it! A few essentials to your home gym!
Do you have a home gym? What piece of equipment is a must for you?!