If you could buy any ONE home exercise machine...

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  • ChaplainHeavin
    ChaplainHeavin Posts: 426 Member
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    A Nordic Track Skier. They are light weight and you can move them easily, require no motor or electric power (just your energy), works the whole body. Brand new they are $600. However, I paid $80.00 buying a used one. I've owned three, the first two lasted nine years each. I've had the one I use now for over a year.
  • kristenveganvixen
    kristenveganvixen Posts: 87 Member
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    For cardio I'd maybe get a dvd player, mats and several aerobics videos. Then you can mix it up a bit.

    I prefer going to a gym and indoor classes, I don't do outdoor stuff either, I hate being wet, cold and miserable and I live in not the nicest of areas. I do like a good walk when the weather's nice though!
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
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    I'd get a stairmaster. Just because I used to have one and really miss it.
  • jofjltncb6
    jofjltncb6 Posts: 34,415 Member
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    This cage: http://newyorkbarbells.com/92563.html

    a simple flat bench and a cheap oly bar and plates.

    That's what I did about twenty years ago and it's still the main part of my home gym.


    Meanwhile, if you don't think a barbell is sufficient for improving your overall fitness (pro-tip: it is), add a cheap set of rings (like IM Power Rings I scored on Woot!) that will let you do all sorts of pulling body weight exercises with the rings strapped to the cage.

    If you're still not ready for any of that, a decent pair of shoes and start consistently taking long walks.



    *I am not affiliated with NY Barbell, IM Power Rings, or any other fitness product.
  • vim_n_vigor
    vim_n_vigor Posts: 4,089 Member
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    This is way more than what I need right now, but I I could buy ANY thing this would be it.

    http://www.roguefitness.com/r6-power-rack.php?gclid=COPG36DO-70CFexcMgodKVoAJg

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    I would also buy this.

    Want
  • Cliffslosinit
    Cliffslosinit Posts: 5,044 Member
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    This is way more than what I need right now, but I I could buy ANY thing this would be it.

    http://www.roguefitness.com/r6-power-rack.php?gclid=COPG36DO-70CFexcMgodKVoAJg

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    This, then I would ask Mirey to to put it together...yes, it's heavy and I'm delicate!
  • jofjltncb6
    jofjltncb6 Posts: 34,415 Member
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    This is way more than what I need right now, but I I could buy ANY thing this would be it.

    http://www.roguefitness.com/r6-power-rack.php?gclid=COPG36DO-70CFexcMgodKVoAJg

    102rotl.jpg

    This, then I would ask Mirey to to put it together while I watched...yes, it's heavy and I'm delicate!

    FIFY
  • likitisplit
    likitisplit Posts: 9,420 Member
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    I like the idea of the real bike on a stand trainer. That way, when you are comfortable outside, it'll be an easy transition.
  • Mr_Bad_Example
    Mr_Bad_Example Posts: 2,403 Member
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    Weider Power Tower.

    Oh wait, already got one...

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    It's kind of awesome.
  • MireyGal76
    MireyGal76 Posts: 7,334 Member
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    This is way more than what I need right now, but I I could buy ANY thing this would be it.

    http://www.roguefitness.com/r6-power-rack.php?gclid=COPG36DO-70CFexcMgodKVoAJg

    102rotl.jpg

    This, then I would ask Mirey to to put it together while I watched...yes, it's heavy and I'm delicate!


    FIFY

    haha! You know I love building ****! I'd help ya out Cliffy
  • Josalinn
    Josalinn Posts: 1,066 Member
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    If money's no object, I'd say either one of the Expresso fitness bikes (which video-gamify your exercise) or a nice regular bike and a resistance trainer that, ideally, does the same video-game thing. The graphics aren't amazing, but it's enough like a "real" bike ride that you don't get bored (if you're me, anyway).

    I HAD to google this. I npw want super bad. It would be perfect for my boyfriend. When he sits at his desk to play video games his leg is always bouncing, and since he "hates" cardio I think this would be an excellent way to get the restless leg and cardio taken care of.

    Too bad I'm BROKE!!
  • MireyGal76
    MireyGal76 Posts: 7,334 Member
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    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/MireyGal76/view/diy-squat-rack-583300

    I made this last fall, and really - it was easy, and cheap, and works well! I might make a few mods to it if, I have to make it again - but it suits my needs really well. :-D
  • Anne04
    Anne04 Posts: 1 Member
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    I would like to try the Bowflex tread climber!
  • jlapey
    jlapey Posts: 1,850 Member
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    I bought this a few weeks ago (this plus weights, bar and stand for weight storage was roughly $600):

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  • fruitsalad15
    fruitsalad15 Posts: 102 Member
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    Personally, I would get a computer and get on youtube for exercise DVD's. I prefer to exercise at home and can't afford expensive equipment and outside isn't an option for me (I have to stay at home as I exercise when my child is asleep)!

    I love Jillian Michaels - all of them really. But if you are only starting out at fitness there is a lady (whose name I can't remember!) who does 'walk at home'. I am OK with fitness so find them a little easy but I have recommended them to my sister as a starting point.

    Good luck and good for you for making a start - it will be the hardest bit I think! :-)
  • Toblave
    Toblave Posts: 244 Member
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    For home? TRX

    http://www.trxtraining.com/
  • 120by30
    120by30 Posts: 217 Member
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    I love Jillian Michaels - all of them really. But if you are only starting out at fitness there is a lady (whose name I can't remember!) who does 'walk at home'. I am OK with fitness so find them a little easy but I have recommended them to my sister as a starting point.

    Leslie Sansone! How could I forget her videos? I've got several of her dvd's, have swapped out with my sister, and used what was online. She really is great especially for beginners.
  • No_Finish_Line
    No_Finish_Line Posts: 3,662 Member
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    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/MireyGal76/view/diy-squat-rack-583300

    I made this last fall, and really - it was easy, and cheap, and works well! I might make a few mods to it if, I have to make it again - but it suits my needs really well. :-D

    seems like it would be safer with some sort of cross beam between the two uprights


    i also second any of the popular DVD series
  • MireyGal76
    MireyGal76 Posts: 7,334 Member
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    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/MireyGal76/view/diy-squat-rack-583300

    I made this last fall, and really - it was easy, and cheap, and works well! I might make a few mods to it if, I have to make it again - but it suits my needs really well. :-D

    seems like it would be safer with some sort of cross beam between the two uprights


    i also second any of the popular DVD series

    they weigh a lot and are incredibly stable. the guy who built them said he's used over 300lbs on them for quite a while without issue. I am only benching 85, but have had no concerns with stability whatsoever.
  • kristinegift
    kristinegift Posts: 2,406 Member
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    A stationary bike! I hate running on the treadmill, I'd much rather go outdoors. And I'm not much for weight lifting. But I love biking, and if I was stuck indoors, I'd rather bike inside than run!

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