Gym memberships can cost a fortune, fitting in a workout seems impossible and finding motivation —forget it! Why not set up a home gym in your apartment? Start with the basics: a yoga mat, a jump rope, adjustable weight dumbbells, and resistance bands. This is great if you don’t have tons of space in your apartment and want to get in a full body workout. But if you have the money and a bit more space in your apartment, there are some other gadgets that will give you a better sweat and you won’t believe will actually fit in your cozy apartment. And guess what, they actually work!
Rowing Machine
$217.02 at Walmart
According to LA fitness expert and creator of the PreGame Fit program Dempsey Marks, the rowing machine will give you a full-body workout, and has a lower impact on your knees and hips.
Total Gym 1100
$176.99 at Target
Whether you’re looking to gain flexibility, strength or core power, this machine does it all! There are over 60 possible exercises that you can do on this one machine and it doesn’t have to be a total eyesore in your apartment.
Ab Wheel
$11.99 at Target
This little guy offers much more of a burn that meets the eye. After just a few reps, your arms and core will be sore from all the work they’re doing. The best part is that it’s SUPER easy to stow away!
Textured Foam Roller
$13.99 at Walmart
Roll out unwanted tension in your muscles to keep them loose and limber. A foam roller can play an important role in reducing soreness and helping to avoid injury – that easily fits in a drawer. Check out these exercises from certified trainer Robbie Davis that you can easily perform in a small space with your foam roller.
Adjustable Kettlebells
$49.99 at Dick’s Sporting Goods
Marks also suggests buying kettlebells for a great way to workout at home. Use to enhance your squats, do ab training and so much more. Like many of these other gadgets, they can be easily stored when not in use.
Once you have your home gym set up there are plenty of easy exercises you can do right in your apartment, that only require some basic equipment. Working out in the privacy of your own home is way less intimidating and for some means a much better workout!
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Can’t fit all of these products in your tiny apartment or worried about your budget? Ditch the equipment all together and do this do-it-anywhere high-intensity workout in your home – that only requires a chair. Or consider adding yoga to your routine as it’s perfect for small-space dwellers with little equipment required. Namaste the small-space way with these tips!
The hardest part about getting fit is staying motivated. How do you stay motivated during your at-home workout? Let us know in the comments below!