What Equipment Should I Buy for My Home Gym?
Social distancing at the gym can be tricky. Meticulously sanitizing equipment before and after use, wearing a mask while exercising, and making sure you’re at a respectable distance from other members are just a few of the new restrictions we need to get used to. Many exercise enthusiasts have alternatively set up a home gym so they can feel completely comfortable during their workouts.
If you’re considering purchasing fitness equipment for your home, you’ve come to the right place. Our team has put together a list of recommended equipment to help you get the best possible workout. Read on to see which equipment is right for you.
Ellipticals
The elliptical machine is one of the more popular cardio machines at the gym, and for good reason. This machine not only burns body fat but it improves balance, boosts stamina, targets specific leg muscles based on incline and works out both the upper and lower body. If you’re looking to only purchase one piece of fitness equipment, the elliptical machine is the best bang for your buck.
Regardless if you’ve been working out for years or you’re just getting started, the elliptical has an easy learning curve and it comes with several options, allowing you to adjust the machine to your specific needs.
Exercise Bikes
Another great piece of equipment - especially for avid cyclists looking to train in the winter - the exercise bike is perfect for your home gym.
New to cycling? No problem! Take a look at some of the perks of biking from the comfort of your own home.
Burns calories quickly - you can burn more than 600 calories per hour depending on the intensity
Low impact - less stress on your joints
Improves leg strength and lower body muscles
Strengthens your heart and lungs - over time, your heart will become more efficient at pumping blood
Tones your glutes, quads, and calves
You can also choose from a variety of bikes like a recumbent bike or an upright bike. All of these are dependent on what type of workout you’re looking to get.
Treadmills
Treadmills are one of the most popular pieces of cardio equipment. Relied on by professional athletes, teens, adults, fitness gurus, and people just getting into cardio, treadmills offer something for everyone. One of the main advantages of the treadmill is that it can easily be customized to your specific goals. You can start off by walking and then gradually move into an incline or you can train for a 5k. The possibilities are truly endless when it comes to the treadmill.
If you have plenty of space at home, you can opt for a commercial treadmill that comes with an intuitive design, multiple storage options and a built-in fan. Looking to keep it simple? Check out a treadmill that has easy to understand command prompts and minimal programming.
Browse Mr. Bike and Ski’s Wide Selection of Spirit Fitness Equipment
Visit our family owned-and-operated shop in Escanaba, MI and talk with a knowledgeable member of our team. We carry high-quality Spirit Fitness equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, fitness bikes, and performance rowers. Our treadmills range from the XT185, an entry level treadmill that is perfect if you’re just starting off your fitness journey to the XT485 which has a fold-up frame, 9” blue backlit LCD and message center. If those don’t suit your needs, we have several other treadmills available including the XT685, XT285, and the CT800 commercial treadmill which comes with an ergonomically designed handheld sensor.
Options don’t end with just treadmills. We’re stocked with Spirit Fitness ellipticals, ranging from the entry level XE195 to the XE395 - an elliptical that offers 20 levels of electronic incline, helping you to achieve your fitness goals!
Stop in and try out our recumbent bikes like the XBR25 which comes equipped with a swivel fan, tablet friendly reading rack, accessory holder, and so much more. If you’ve settled on an upright bike, the XBU55 is durable, comfortable, smooth, and comes with 20 levels of resistance (along with tons of other features).
Don’t forget to ask us about our exciting delivery and moving services on new fitness equipment!