home gyms how do I know what I really need in a gym without spending $ on things I don"t need? I run and now work out with free wts.
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Hello. I am looking to gain some serious muscle and weight. I am 5'11" 160lbs. I am wanting to be around 200lbs within a reachable time frame. I know it doesn't happen over night. I was thinking the Bowflex Motivator would be a good choice. What do you think Lynne? Any advice on what foods to eat or supplements to further speed the process up? ThanksAaron
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You might be OK as is, but you could check with a trainer at a gym - try your YMCA or college, too. You might get some tips on how to fill in gaps - a broader range of exercises, or a different schedule (for a change of pace - upper body one time, and lower body the next).
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what you need will depend on your experience, time available to work out, current physical condition, age , gender, medical condition, and of course your own fitness goals. I was a personal trainer and have been working out since I was 13 and just turned 27. I have advised and instructed many diverse clients. I can help you get an idea for what you need with some more info on where youre at and what youre looking for.
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I have a pretty extensive collection of the SKLZ brand bands I've bought at Dick's Sporting Goods while I was doing P90X and they range from $5-20 depending on weight resistance. I cannot help with cardio belt because I have not used it because I don't have doors that will work with it.
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AnnMarie, The Total Gym Gold takes a different style AbCrunch. I have some used in great condition. If you choose to buy from my "used" listing (SeattleGye) simply send me a note with your order stating you need the ones for the Total Gym Gold.
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Three pound weights are needed. I'm sure you would feel workout without weights but good idea to have some.
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Not really. Most of the workouts don't need a mat. So you need a space as long as you are.
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I would just buy whatever is good for you. You might want to buy 2 bands and then you can use an easier and harder, as you like. There is no requirement for how difficult the band is, but you want something you can do repetitive exercises with without burning out your arms and legs right away.
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It would definitely be useful working out with dumbells. I use mine for just about every activity I do which includes working out with dumbells. Can't beat the price.
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Honestly I didn't like the commercial bench I found on Amazon. I went to eBay and found a used flat/incline bench by cybex. Pretty stout bench. Then I found a nice used decline bench by precor on a fitness website that sells equipment from gyms that discard old equipment. Also in nice condition. Both worth great for what I need. This squat rack is ok and works. But if I had to do it all over again I would look for a small used one from a gym that is selling off its professional equipment. My two cents
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Mine has worked fine. Easy to move and store. I am 5'4" and 115lbs, might be different for really big guys, but I did not want to pay over a grand for a bunch of bells and whistles I don't need like with the gym models so this was perfect for me and well worth it considering the low price.
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I've just ordered one but have had similar machines in the past. You can basically do "pistol squats" and get just as good of a workout as you can with a leg press machine (which I use all the time at the gym too).
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Yes having this machine is at home is just like going to the gym. I love it
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Resistance bands and weights. I only have 5lb dumbbells available to me right now, so that's what I'm using until I get paid. Then I'm going to bump it up and buy a heavier set. She makes reference to using up to 20 lbs though, but only for certain exercises.
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I'm not a trainer or anything, but I'd recommend joining the gym. You'd have more access to a variety of equipment at a gym, and while I really like the straps, I only use them to augment other things. I also don't like using the straps at home. They don't work the best over a door. I prefer to loop them over equipment at the gym. If you really don't want to start with at the gym, I'd rent some DVD's from the library, find ones that you like, and then buy them. I'm a big fan of Jillian Michaels DVD's. Look at her 30-Day Shred if you haven't tried it. Great workout. Hope this helps.
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weights or exercise bands and a pull up bar. I don't have a pull up bar so I use the bands for the pull up moves. It's just as effective.
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I use them at the health club where I work out and keep them in my locker. If no locker, just bring them and hang on to them because everyone wants to know where I got them. So much easier than those in the health clubs
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you could use them for a home gym/cardio. They're pretty thick/soft. They look like something that would be in a kids room, so as long as you're ok with that.
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I'd call them (Powerhooks). They have gym grade Powerhooks too for a few bucks more. I know they have done contests w/ 150+ lb dumbbells.