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Home Gym Essentials for Beginners
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items A beginner-friendly home gym starter kit: an adjustable dumbbell set and a soft kettlebell for strength, a cushioned yoga mat, yoga block, and exercise ball for floor work and balance, resistance tube and mini loop bands plus ankle weights for gentle...
One set covers a lot of ground for a beginner: it switches between dumbbells, a barbell, a kettlebell, and an ab roller, so you can try different moves without buying separate gear.
Athletic Works 40 lb 5-in-1 Adjustable Dumbbell Set, Black
A thick, cushioned mat makes floor work and stretching much more comfortable, especially when you are just getting used to a regular routine.
Athletic Works Yoga and Fitness Mat, Cushioned Foam-Center Design, 8 mm, 72 in x 24 in, Gray
These tubes are a gentle way to add resistance to squats, rows, and arm work, and the set gives you different levels to grow into.
Athletic Works Resistance Tube Kit, 10-Piece Set
Rolling out after a workout helps ease tight muscles, and this 18-inch roller is a simple, no-fuss recovery staple for a beginner setup.
Athletic Works High-Density Foam Roller, 18 in, Red/Black
A soft 10 lb kettlebell is a friendly first weight for swings and squats, with a softer feel than a hard cast-iron bell.
Athletic Works 10 lb Soft Kettlebell
A lightweight speed rope is an easy, low-cost way to warm up and add a little cardio between strength sets.
Athletic Works Speed Jump Rope, 9 ft, Black
A sturdy foam block brings the floor a little closer in stretches and yoga poses, which helps if flexibility is still a work in progress.
Gaiam Printed Fashion Yoga Block, Made from Sturdy Foam, Marble Granite
Half-finger gloves with padded palms help protect your hands during dumbbell and bar work, so grip discomfort does not cut a workout short.
Athletic Works Weightlifting Gloves, Black, M/L
Adjustable ankle weights add gentle resistance to leg lifts and walks, and the straps make them easy to put on and take off.
CAP 5lb Adjustable Straps Grey Wrist/Ankle Weight
Three loop bands in light, medium, and heavy levels are perfect for glute work, warm-ups, and adding resistance without bulky equipment.
Athletic Works Mini Loop Bands, Set of 3 Resistance Levels (Light, Medium, Heavy), Latex-Free Rubber
A 65 cm exercise ball adds balance and core work to a routine, and it doubles as a comfortable seat for stretches and seated moves.
Athletic Works 65 cm Exercise Yoga Ball with Foot Pump
A roomy duffel with a ventilated shoe compartment keeps workout clothes and shoes organized, whether the gym is at home or on the go.
Athletic Works Sports Duffel Bag with Ventilated Shoe Compartment, 45 L
This handheld roller ball is a handy way to target sore spots after training, with hot or cold use depending on what feels best.
Athletic Works Hot/Cold Handheld Massage Roller Ball
A microfiber towel with a carabiner clip is easy to keep within reach during a workout, and it dries quickly between uses.
Athletic Works Microfiber Golf Towel with Carabiner Clip, 30 x 20 in, White
A 24 oz double-wall stainless steel bottle keeps water close through a whole session, with a flip-top lid that is easy to sip from between sets.
Athletic Works 24 oz Double Wall Stainless Steel Water Bottle, Red
Dual-sided sliding discs work on carpet or hard floors and turn simple lunges, planks, and leg curls into a smooth core challenge. The included exercise guide is a nice bonus for beginners.
POPSUGAR Dual-Sided Sliding Core Exercise Discs for Carpet and Hardwood Floors