When building your home gyms you have got to start out with the core pieces of exercise equipment. The best home gym equipment for you will depend on the type of home fitness program that you have in mind. There are 2 main types of home gyms: the free weight system the fixed weight type of home gym equipment. The free weight style equipment is self defining, it consists of weights that are not attached to cables or selectorized weight stacks. The more traditional and experienced fitness enthusiast will appreciate the free weight home gym equipment more than the beginner because there is a bit of a learning curve involved. The free weight system is my personal preference because that is how I was introduced to weight lifting.
Free weight home gym equipment for sale is easily acquired and makes setting up your home gym relatively easy. The first step is to determine if you have enough space available for this type of gear. The ideal spot to set up free weights is in a garage or basement. For the simple reason that Olympic plates, dumbbells, barbells and power racks can be heavy! It is best to have a concrete floor underneath this type of home gym equipment or you may accidentally put in a new sky light if you drop the weights. Hard wood floors are also a no-no because they can be easily damaged by iron. The only exception here would be if you purchase rubber coated Olympic plates or dumbbells, this would provide some protection.
Once you have determined if you have the space to accommodate this type of home gym exercise equipment the next step is to find a good power rack. Power racks are walk in cages that are ideal for doing squats, shrugs, shoulder presses, incline press and bench press. The barbell can rest on 18 position heat tempered lift offs, simply adjust the level to the exercise that you wish to do. The PPR200X Powerline Power Rack is a great model which also comes with saber like rods that can be inserted at different levels which may provide a safety catch if used properly.
The next essential home gym equipment to acquire is Olympic plates and a barbell with springs. Olympic plates come in 300, 400 and 500 pound sets. Other options include a choice of cast iron plates, grey plates with hand grip or rubber coated plates with hand grip. Barbells come in chrome and black and you will need springs to help keep the Olympic plates in place when you are working out. (Springs or collars should be included). Also, it will be a good idea to pick up an Olympic plate rack to keep your workout space in order.
The FID46 Olympic Flat, Incline and Decline Leverage Bench will be your next ideal home gym equipment addition. This adjustable bench can be moved in and out of the power rack cage to facilitate your workout. The FID46 Adjustable Bench costs a bit more than some of the other workout models however it is solid and also features a leg extension and leg curl station. The leg curl feature accommodates lying leg curls and provides proper back support which is important for a complete workout. Not all home gym equipment features a lying leg curl accessory. Many home gyms require you to work your hamstrings in standing position or to use a leg press.
The Hex Dumbbell set is an accessory that will round out your collection of free weight home gym equipment. Although dumbbells are not considered to be core free weight home gym equipment like the other home gym components mentioned above; a set of dumbbells will enable you to fine tune your exercise program. Hex Dumbbells come in rubber coated and grey varieties. The dumbbells are separated into 5 pound increments and come in complete sets of 5-50lbs, 55-75lbs and 80-100lb sets. To keep your home gym exercise equipment in order and your exercise space uncluttered I recommend that you also purchase a dumbbell rack.
Buying the best home gym equipment for sale online is a great way to save time and money. All of my products at The Home Gym Supply Center ship free of charge and you will not pay sales tax provided the delivery address is not located within the State of Washington. This is a great time to take advantage of discount prices.
Traditional exercise equipment has withstood the test of time. Complete home gyms are essential to maintaining your workout program and achieving the most benefits. The whole family can enjoy and appreciate working out if the home gym equipment is easily accessible and the best way to achieve that is to have your own traditional home gym. Don't mess with marketing gimicks such as the Bowflex and other ultra sophisticated "get in shape quick" schemes!
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