NOTE

This is from a series of FREE Content we created during the COVID Gym Shutdown. We made it available to everyone and our business was able to survive exclusively on donations and the good will of others! Because of that I want to make sure this content will remain available for FREE to anyone that needs or wants access to it.

Keep in mind most of this content was created in 2020 and designed specifically to keep people training with minimal equipment. While it’s still super valuable, it may not be reflective of the way we would do things now. But the more important thing is to get moving! So enjoy!

 

Home Training Equipment
Recommendations & Ideas

If you have access to a gym, barbells, weight set, a squat rack and a bench, congrats! That will certainly give you more loading options and variability in training.

But you don't need access to a gym to get started!  You can slowly build your own space and grow your equipment over time.

Check out the video and list below.  You might have some items around the house you can use to start training right away, otherwise you can make a quick run to home depot, or start ordering more specific equipment for the future.

Even if you do have access to a gym, it's not a bad investment to have 1 or more of the items listed to get your accessory work in at home when you're in a time crunch.

GETTING STARTED

  • Home Depot Starter Kit (less than $20-30)

    • 4 Pack of 4ft Bungee Cords (can be layered for added resistance)

    • 2 Bricks 5-6lbs

    • Cinder Blocks 20-35lbs

    • Broomstick / PVC Pipe (mobility, overhead work and practicing form)

    • Optional : All purpose gloves

AROUND THE HOUSE

  • Duffle Bag, Back Pack, Suitcase

  • Computer Chair or Skateboard

  • Kitty Litter or Dog Food Bags

  • 1-6 Gallon Water Jugs

  • Small Ottoman, Stool, Chairs

    • Can be used as a bench, box for step ups, assistance for squats, hinges or rows

  • Other Ideas : Laundry Detergent, Canned Goods, Coolers

NICE TO HAVE

  • Adjustable DB's or 1-3 Regular DB's

    • Recommendations : Power Blocks Adjustable DB’s

    • Men 25-50+ lbs

    • Women 10-35+ lbs 

  • 1-3 Kettlebells

    • Men 25-50+ lbs

    • Women 10-35+ lbs

  • Doorway Pull Up Bar (IronGym makes one)

  • Sling Shot (by Mark Bell) for Push Ups or Rows