5 Things That Every Home Gym Should Have

When it comes to our home gyms, we tend to favor affordability over quality – which is fair considering how expensive home gym equipment can be. To save you the hassle of shopping around, we have compiled a list of home gym must haves that will not only keep your workouts well rounded, but save you from taking out a loan to get healthy!

1. Lebert Fitness EQualizers & Parallettes

Home gym tools like the EQs & Parallettes use the best weight in your gym – your body. Bodyweight exercises have been found to be just as beneficial as many of the bulky gym machines – not to mention ALWAYS accessible without a membership. Whether you are dipping, pushing, jumping, balancing, or stretching, Lebert’s EQs & Parallettes offer portability, affordability PLUS a multitude of great programs and training videos online to kick start any home gym program.

Shop for your pair of EQs & Parallettes by visiting www.lebertfitness.com and don’t forget to enter coupon code CRACKYL20 to save 20% at checkout!

2. TACFIT Competition Kettle Bells

These easy to grip, powder coated Kettle Bells make working out at home with free weights possible. Comfort is kept in mind with these color coded Kettle Bells, not to mention affordability. This firefighter friendly company also offers free shipping. Snag yourself a set of Kettle Bells and up your gym game by working out your entire body. If your new to Kettle Bells, TACFIT offers workout programs that will get you started easily.

Shop for your Competition Kettle Bells by visiting https://tacfitfirefighter.com/

3. NordicTrack T Series Treadmills

Not everyone enjoys cardio but most agree that working on cardiovascular endurance is good for the overall health of any firefighter. Getting on a treadmill for either a fast paced walk, incline work, or a run will help get your heart rate up and burn some calories. Add your favorite tv show or music and the dreaded task of running becomes more tolerable. Add water and a pair of good running shoes and you’re set up for success. NordicTrack is one of Amazon’s highest rated treadmills – not to mention is comes in under $800. That’s a win.

Shop for a NordicTrack T Series Treadmill by visiting www.amazon.com and search “NordicTrack T Series Treadmill.”

4. Shock Athletic Gym Flooring from Canadian Tire

This one might seem obvious but you would be surprised to know how many people are still doing planks on hardwood floors or burpees on the cement in your garage. A 1/4 to 1/2 inch floor mat will provide not only a safe cushioning for your joints but will also keep your equipment from cracking on the ground (or worse your equipment cracking/damaging your floors).

Shop for your home gym mats by visiting www.canadiantire.com and searching “Shock Athletic Gym Flooring.”

5. Everstrike Heavy Bag – 70 LBS

Adding this dynamic tool to your workout regime will not only provide you a full body workout but teach you all about the importance of round timers – which you can easily download on your smart phone. Pair this heavy bag with Everlast hand wraps and gloves and before you know it, you’ll be quickly reminded of how many muscle groups you have been missing/ignoring. Not to mention the stress relief benefits from hitting or kicking a heavy bag…

Shop for your heavy bag by visiting www.everlast.com – treat yourself by adding gloves and wraps!