We understand not everyone has $5,000 to instantly drop on a home gym with all the bells and whistles. In fact, we don’t recommend anyone buy a bunch of equipment without first putting some thought into their goals and the space they have available. The best way to build a home gym – on a budget or not – is to start small and gradually add to and grow your workout equipment over time.
How to Build a Home Gym on a Budget
Many people assume they can’t afford a home gym, but, with these tips, you can build an inexpensive and versatile workout space at home for roughly the same price as a monthly gym membership.
Start Small
All you need to get started is a mat for stretching, core work and floor exercises, plus some resistance bands and dumbbells for strength training, a jump rope for cost-effective cardio, and maybe an adjustable weight bench, it there’s room in the budget.
Maximize Your Space
You don’t need a whole room for a home gym, just a dedicated space in the corner of your bedroom, a home office, the basement or the garage. Use vertical storage solutions, like hooks and cubbies, to keep your equipment organized and out of the way.
Prioritize Quality Over Quantity
When you’re ready to expand your home gym, think about your primary fitness goal and choose equipment that will help you achieve it. For example, if building muscle is paramount, consider a functional trainer or rowing machine, but it you want to increase your cardio, a treadmill, exercise bike or elliptical makes more sense. Don’t just buy equipment because it’s cheap. Buy it because it’s functional.
Shop for Deals
While we’re reluctant to recommend buying used equipment from online marketplaces, since you never know how well the previous owner maintained it, you can often find amazing deals on new equipment, especially previous year models, if you’re willing to wait for the right time. Many retailers offer fitness equipment sales for Black Friday, at Christmas, in January and February, and over the summer.
Where to Buy Home Gym Equipment in Saratoga & Albany
For the best deals on free weights, home gyms, treadmills, exercise bikes, ellipticals, and more in Albany and Saratoga NY, stop by our Concepts in Fitness stores. We offer expert guidance, affordable pricing, and deals on delivery and set up. We also regularly run sales on our home gym equipment, and offer 12 months interest-free financing. See our store hours or contact us for sale pricing.