3 Items of Home Fitness Equipment for Under £1,300
When it comes to purchasing fitness equipment to build a home gym most of us get confused as to what we really need, also we assume a bill of thousands of pounds. Below is an outline of the 3 best types of fitness equipment (treadmill, multi gyms & cross trainer) you need to build a successful home gym all for under £1,300 which in an economic recession is fantastic. If you assume the equipment will last in your home for at least 10 years £1,300 works out at £10.83 per month. You find me a monthly gym member ship
Treadmills
A Treadmill will allow you to walk, jog and run which will vastly improve your cardio ability. Treadmills are becoming increasingly popular and because of reduced manufacturing costs it means you can purchase a home use treadmill for under £450.
Treadmill Quick Tips:
- Ensure the treadmill you purchase does NOT have “return to base warranty” this means you will have to return the treadmill to the manufacturer whilst it’s being repaired.
- The motor power must be at least 1.5 horsepower, anything less shouldn’t be on the market in my opinion.
- Try the treadmill before you buy it, find a retailer that lets you try out a treadmill in a showroom or warehouse
Multi Gyms
Multi gyms are fantastic because they allow you to perform many different weight resistant workouts on one machine. The good news is you can purchase a decent multi gym for under £500
Multi Gym Quick Tips:
- Ensure the Multi Gym has a weight stack you cant lift, if the weight stack maximum weight stack is a lot lighter then how can you expect to build muscle (if that is your primary goal).
- Make sure the warranty covers parts such as frame, covers, welds and upholstery. The brand Body Solid offer great warranties on their multi gyms.
- Make sure the multigym will fit in your house, this may seem obvious but it’s a common mistake made by the consumer, get all dimensions of the multi gym before you order one.
- Does the company offer installation of the Multi Gym, some multi gym models may be time consuming or difficult to install, so make sure the company you are purchasing this from offers and installation service.
Cross Trainers
Cross trainers complete the home gym because they provide an all round cardio similar to a treadmill but at the same time help tone your upper and lower body. A cross trainer has limited parts compared to a treadmill, making it less expensive to manufacture and also less expensive on the shop floor. You can now purchase a decent home elliptical trainer for under £350
Elliptical Cross Trainer Quick Tips:
- Make sure you can adjust the stride length, this is important if you are a lot taller or shorter compared to the average person
- Maximum workload, if you are fit then make sure the cross trainer can work as hard as you do, if the maximum load is low then look for a cross trainer that can take more. Load is measured in watts and you should look for at least 250 watts.
- Make sure the warranty offered is at least 2 years parts and labour.
In Summary
In summary make sure you look for a comfortable piece of equipment, if possible try it at a showroom before you purchase. Always look for a good product warranty and make sure the equipment is right for you.
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Unfortunately a good elliptical costs a pretty large amount of money. The ones you see in gyms cost around 4000 dollars. But for 500 dollars you could get some good weight equipment such as adjustable dumbells or Resistance bands and for cardio work alot of aerobic dvd's. Almost all gym machines that are high quality cost alot.
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Saralahalawawa,
The honest answer to this question is very dependent upon you. There is no one size fits all equipment option that best suits you needs.
For the intro user I would highly suggest cardio equipment. While a treadmill can help you lose weight quickly, the impact on your joints (knees, hips, and lower back) can be more substantial versus an elliptical trainer, or a recumbent bike.
For the most intense workout and to shed weight the most effective way I would recommend products that incorporate total body movement to allow parts of your body to be exercised and all your muscles to burn fat.
In my personal option you should take a look at indoor rowers, Jacobs Ladder, and possibly a VersaClimber.
P.S. If you want the most intense workout at home, you can invest in a StairMaster Stepmill – depending on your cardio level 15-30 minutes will be enough to make you cry
gym!.. i get more distracted at home!
Hey it's good to hear you are commiting yourself to make healthy changes to your life. I have bought equipment from several online businesses, and it just comes down to your preferances. I personally would suggest http://www.fitnessweightequipment.net because they offer brand name products, they have a huge variety, and their prices are decent. You can also just do a search on google or yahoo and search through the various stores. Good luck and if you ever need advice or help just email me:)
I own one and I purchased it from a local shop for fitness goods but I am not from Canada. I am not so pleased with this equipment though. I used it regularly the first month but somehow I felt it didn't work that good for me. I got Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym and now I have what I think is best for me. Anyway, whatever you choose for yourself, don't forget to consider factors like your fitness goals, ease of use, cost, space and equipment’s durability so you will not end up like me – with fitness equipment I don't use.
i have a bench a olympic bar with 210 lbs of weight two old school bars with a couple hundred lbs of weight a pair of 35 lb dumbells and a doorframe pull up bar,and for cardio my bicycle.total cost about 180 bucks since half the stuff i bought at yard sales.
Yes, you can approach to the fitness marketing site for more discount. Usually all fitness marketing sites will offers 24 hour fitness coupon for each purchase. If you are planning to buy more fitness equipment then you can directly approach the site for more offers. There is a chance to get better offer in some online fitness marketing sites.
I have my own gym sized treadmill and cross trainer in my little flat, but prefer to workout at home. More relaxed and I can just jump into the shower straight after!
Hi there
I have worked in fitness equipment retail for 8 years now and have a Bachelor of Physical Education. To answer your question, it does not matter which peice of equipment you use as long as you're comfortable on it as all cardio equipment is mean't for weight loss or cardiovascular excercise. Ellipticals are good because they are low to no impact while still providing weight bearing activity to keep the bones strong. Problem with ellipticals is that you need to be able to put forth $2500 or more to get one that feels good, is biomechanically correct and can handle your "bigger" stature as you'll want something well built. Recumbent bikes are much cheaper, will provide you with cardio/weight loss excercise and are easy to use. Ellipticals are more efficient than the bikes because you use your entire body meaning more calories expended over a shorter period of time. People also tend to get bored on the bikes. My suggestion is to go to a gym and try them both before you buy. Last thing you want is to buy something that you don't like. As for a website, I am unsure of that. Try some of the fitness equipment manufacturing sites such as many times they will have helpful hints on buying the equipment. http://www.precor.com, http://www.iamstrong.ca (this one is more towards health and lifestyle and has testiomonials).
Hope this helps!
fitness equipments makes me laugh… You don’t need those just do regular push ups, sit ups, etc… no need to purchase stuffs you don’t basically need.
working out at the gym makes me feel sweaty awkard and embarrased…which is why this is informative to me…I think other women like me can relate to feeling fat and not pretty enough when I just need to burn calories and be healthy, hopeful y working at home is the solution!!
This is why girls never have any real development. They do crap excercises with crap like these equipment. These things are definetly not the best way to get fit. Well, maybe if your an old lady on rehab or something. Proof? Well, the chick in the video is pretty much proof of it. And I guarante you that the guy does NOT use any of this shit presentet in this video, but rather proper gym equipment.
i love to work out with her and show her other work out style
Walking, aerobics t.v programs, house work, so many ways…. Good Luck!!!!