The word “gym” immediately conjures an image of bulky machines, steel cables, and heavy weights, but not everyone has the space for that at home. With busy city life, not everyone can enjoy the luxury of a gym membership, but everyone can create a functional home gym for under $15. Let’s outline the space, equipment, and workout routine needed to make your home gym effective.
Space: You don’t need a lot of space to transform your home into a gym. An area of just 10 feet long and 3 to 4 feet wide is sufficient for your daily workout routine.
Equipment: Surprisingly, your body is the best tool for many workouts. You can perform various weight training exercises using your own body weight. A resistance band is a valuable addition for stretching and strength training. We already have a blog post on using resistance bands for a full-body workout.
Workout Routine: Building a home gym means working out efficiently in limited time. Combining cardio, calisthenics, and resistance band training is an effective approach. Cardio helps with weight loss, calisthenics builds strength, and resistance bands provide additional strength training options.