Introduction
Whether you want to get fit, lose weight or just get stronger, it’s a good idea to invest in some gym equipment. I personally love working out at home because it’s convenient and inexpensive. You don’t have to worry about driving somewhere and spending money on gas/parking/etc., and you don’t need to pack your gym bag before leaving for work every morning! Plus, you can do these workouts anywhere if you have an internet connection – no more excuses!
But buying your own workout gear can be expensive, especially if you’re looking for high-end machines like treadmills or elliptical trainers. Luckily there are plenty of budget-friendly ways to build your own home gym that’ll help keep costs down…and keep your motivation high too! In this article we’ll cover everything from tips on shopping around and finding deals (including how buying used equipment can save money), to ideas for building a home fitness studio without breaking the bank – including where we got our cheap kettlebells from 🙂
Shop for used equipment.
One way to save money on your home gym is by buying used equipment. Don’t be afraid of buying used equipment! You can find some great deals out there if you know where to look and what questions to ask. Try checking local classifieds or online listings for quality, name-brand equipment at discounted prices. If it’s been a while since the piece was purchased, it may need some maintenance before use–but this can be done by a professional in just an hour or two (and usually costs less than $50).
You might also want to consider asking for a discount when shopping around; many sellers will offer one if they think they won’t be able to sell their item otherwise because there aren’t enough people looking for it in their area at the moment.
Buy a used or discounted version of what you want.
- Buy a used or discounted version of what you want.
You can get a lot of good deals on used equipment, and some retailers offer discounts on new equipment if you buy it from the right place. Make sure to check the condition of your purchase before making it final though! Check online reviews first, as well as asking friends who know about fitness gear if they’ve heard anything about this particular model being reliable or not.
Do you really need all the bells and whistles?
The first step to building a home gym is to figure out what you want to do in it. Do you want to run? Or lift weights? Maybe both! If so, then by all means go out and buy the necessary equipment for both activities–but if not, that’s okay too.
Most people have limited space at home and don’t have room for everything they might possibly need. Before buying unnecessary bells and whistles (and spending money), think about how often you will use them and whether or not they would fit into your routine. Here are some examples of items that may be worth purchasing:
- Treadmill – If running is one of your favorite activities and there isn’t already one available nearby (such as at the local park), then consider investing in one for yourself! You’ll find plenty of uses for this machine beyond just getting out of breath from running fast; many people use treadmills as an alternative way of burning calories when working out indoors during winter months when weather conditions aren’t ideal outside (or even summer ones). They can also help improve endurance levels over time by giving users more control over their workouts than walking outdoors does alone.* Weight Bench – Most gyms have these available so if weightlifting isn’t something someone does regularly enough then there’s no need for them
Focus on the basics.
Forget about the fancy equipment and gimmicks. They’re not going to help you achieve your goals, but the basics will.
So what are the basics? They include:
- Resistance bands (ranging from light to heavy)
- Dumbbells (light, medium and heavy)
- A sturdy bench or chair with back support
What do these three things have in common? They’re all cheap–you can get them all for under $100 on Amazon! And they should last a lifetime if taken care of properly (don’t let anyone tell you otherwise).
Buy online and get free shipping!
- Free shipping is a great way to save money.
- On Amazon, there’s Prime and then there’s non-Prime. If you’re not a Prime member, you can use this trick to get free 2-day shipping on products sold by Amazon directly: Add the item(s) you want to your cart and check out with any payment method except cash or check (thereby avoiding having to enter credit card info). Then call customer service at 1-800-201-7575 within 30 days of placing your order; they’ll refund your purchase price! You may also be able to get similar results if you contact customer service after ordering but before checking out; however I haven’t personally tried this method yet so can’t guarantee its success rate.* On eBay, many sellers offer free shipping on orders over $25 – this is especially common when buying used books or DVDs/BluRays off eBay.* Jet offers free 2nd day air delivery on orders over $35 – again especially common when buying used books from Jet.* Rakuten offers free standard ground delivery for orders over $49 with no minimum purchase requirement – though unlike Jet where all items qualify for free shipping regardless of category (so long as they meet their criteria), only certain categories qualify for Rakuten’s promotion
Use what you already have.
There are a lot of things you can do to get a good workout without buying new equipment. For example, if you’re looking for an upper-body workout, try doing push-ups or squats and lunges with your own bodyweight. If you don’t have space for weights at home and want more resistance than your body alone offers, try using household items like gallon jugs filled with water or small dumbbells–just make sure they’re safe before loading them up!
Another great way to save money is by taking advantage of common gym equipment that’s already available at most gyms: treadmills, ellipticals and stationary bikes (exercise bikes). These machines will give you an effective cardio workout without requiring any additional investment on your part.
Look at your home gym as an investment in your health and happiness, not just an expense.
Look at your home gym as an investment in your health and happiness, not just an expense.
The first thing to do is consider what you hope to get out of a home gym. If you’re trying to lose weight or get in shape, consider how much money it will cost you compared with what fitness classes would cost per month (and whether those classes are actually working for you). If there’s something specific that’s been holding back progress at the gym–like shyness around other people in the locker room–think about whether having more privacy might help improve those feelings of discomfort.
If possible, think about how much time each week could be spent working out if all these factors were resolved: if there were no wait times at peak hours; if there was more space available during off-peak hours; if equipment was less crowded and easier to use; if there were fewer distractions from other people who might be talking loudly on their phones while waiting for their turn on the treadmill!
Owning gym equipment is one of the most effective ways to stay motivated and get fit – but it doesn’t have to break the bank!
Owning gym equipment is one of the most effective ways to stay motivated and get fit – but it doesn’t have to break the bank!
Here are some tips for building a home gym on a budget:
- Buy used equipment. Used ellipticals, treadmills and other cardio machines can be found online or at garage sales in your area for a fraction of their original price. You can also check out Craigslist, where people often advertise “as-is” machines that need repairs or maintenance (for example, an elliptical with missing parts). If you’re handy with tools, this could be an opportunity to save even more money by buying old parts from eBay or Amazon (or making them yourself) and repairing your own machine at home instead of paying someone else to do it for you! A quick Google search will help identify what type each part is called so that when you order replacement pieces online they’ll fit perfectly onto whatever device has been broken down due how long ago it was made originally released on market shelves back when first came out back then during early 2000s decade decade timeframe timeframe period time period era epoch epoch era
Conclusion
The key to building a home gym on a budget is to be patient and look for deals. You can find great equipment at any price point, but if it’s not right for you then don’t buy it! Keep in mind that owning gym equipment is one of the most effective ways to stay motivated and get fit – so don’t let money stand in your way.
