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My At-Home Gym Essentials (Under $30)
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items Building a home gym doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. These are the affordable, go-to pieces of equipment I actually use for strength training, mobility, and quick workouts at home, all under $30. No aesthetic nonsense, no wasted money. Ju...
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Strength Training (Under $30)
Cardio (Under $30)
Running (Under $30)
Strength Training (Under $30)
These are so versatile and great for a booty and leg workout.
Gaiam Loop Band Kit
I really like how each band has the pounds indicated on them. Makes it really easy to equate to weights.
Resistance Bands Exercise Bands Workout Bands - Up to 150lb, Indoor and Outdoor Bands with Door Anchor and Handles for Strength, Slim, Yoga, Home Gym Equipment for Men/Women - Walmart.com
These 2 pound weights are great for when you need just a LITTLE more resistance.
CAP 2 lb Pair Ankle/Wrist weights, Gray - Walmart.com
A great way to easily add a little more resistance to a leg workout.
CAP 5lb Adjustable Straps Grey Wrist/Ankle Weight - Walmart.com
I love to use these during pilates videos or when walking on the treadmill.
ProsourceFit Set of 2 Neoprene Dumbbell Coated for Non-Slip Grip, 2 lb
Another great small weight to have on hand for weighted pilates videos or when walking on the treadmill.
ProsourceFit Set of Two Neoprene Dumbbells Coated for Non-Slip Grip, 3 lb
This isn't under $30 *BUT* I had to include this since it is a space saver, a great bang for your buck, and has great reviews.
FitRx 25 lbs SmartStack Wide handle Adjustable Kettlebell, 40 lbs, Black
This set is at $25 at the time of saving this on Benable. A great set to get to have in your home gym.
BalanceFrom Wide Grip Kettlebell Exercise Fitness Weight Set, 3-Pieces: 10lb, 15lb and 20lb Kettlebells
I love a good fabric band set. This one has a door anchor and a bag to keep everything together in.
Long and Short Fabric Resistance Bands with Door Anchor 7 PCS, Non-Slip Stretch Booty Bands for Working Out Women & Men, Loop Exercise Elastic Bands for Home Physical Therapy Yoga Pilates
This door strap is a great choice because of all the different anchor points available on it.
Door Anchor Strap for Resistance Bands Exercises, Multi Point Anchor Gym Attachment for Home Fitness, Portable Door Band Resistance Workout Equipment, Easy to Install, Punch-Free, Nail-Free
This is a great addition to any home gym, especially if you do a lot of pilates.
ProBody Pilates 9 Inch Small Exercise Ball for Between Knees, Mini Soft Yoga Ball for Stability, Barre, Fitness, Ab, Core, Physio and Physical Therapy Ball (Indigo) - Walmart.com
I keep it simple when it comes to pushup bars and these fit the bill for me and my home gym.
CAP Push-Up Handle Pair, Chrome
These don't slip when I use them and that is key for an efficient workout.
Resistance Bands for Legs and Butt Exercise Bands - Non Slip Elastic Booty Bands, 3 Levels Workout Bands Women Sports Fitness Band for Squat Glute Hip Training
I thought this was silly to add to my home gym but it has helped a lot with my carpel tunnel from typing so much.
Athletic Works Adjustable Hand Grip Exerciser, Wrist and Forearm Strength, One-Size
Cardio (Under $30)
A simple jump rope will kick your butt.
Athletic Works Speed Jump Rope with Light Weight Handles, 9' Length, Black - Walmart.com
It takes a little bit to get use to the weight of the jump rope but other than that it's a great workout.
Athletic Works Adjustable Weighted Jump Rope, Adjusts up to 9' Length, Black - Walmart.com
I don't have this one but a friend has this one and it's great for the price. The step I have is from the 90's when I was in high school. Step aerobics had just came out and I was obsessed.
Tone Fitness Aerobic Step Platform, Black and Yellow - Walmart.com
Great for speed training, adding agility work into your workout and stores so small.
Athletic Works New Speed Ladder Comprehensive Agility Training Equipment Set
This will humble you quickly. It's hard to do but the results in your running strength and core are worth it.
Speed Training Kit / Overload Running Resistance & Release / Harness & Resistance Band, Speed and Agility Equipment for Sprint and Football, Basketball, Soccer / Youth and Adult Ready
This is $23 at the time of adding this to the list and I think it's worth every penny. A great way to vary your cardio workouts when it's dark in the mornings and dark early at night.
Signature Fitness Mini Stepper with Resistance Bands, Compact Stair Stepper for Full Body Workout - Walmart.com
These are slightly more than $30 ($37.99 at the time of adding this to the l ist) but a great way to vary your cardio workout when it's winter time.
RDX Boxing Gloves for Men & Women | Pro Training Sparring Gloves, Maya Hide Leather Muay Thai | MMA Kickboxing, Unisex Punching Gloves with Thick Padding for Boxing 8 10 12 14 16 18 Oz - Walmart.com
Running (Under $30)
It's just pennies under $30 but I think it's 100% worth the cost. I don't always run with the water bottles in the belt because of the bounce but it's nice to have the option in the summer.
Nathan Dual Bottle Hydration Belt Black/Marigold OSFA
I love this vest because it's super visible and bright. I would honestly get 2 and always have one charging.
LED Reflective Running Vest Light, Safety Night Light USB Rechargeable for Runners, Multicolored Fiber Optics Suit for Women Men Kids Adjustable Lights Weight Gear for Walking, Jogging, Cycling
This is also a good running vest option to have for visibility. If you wear a lot of layers in the wintertime, this one might be a little tighter than the other one I suggested.
Zacro LED Reflective Vest Running Gear, 5 Colors Light Up Running Vest for Walking Running Cycling, Rechargeable & Adjustable High Visibility Reflective Running Gear for Women Men Kids - Walmart.com