Got a door frame pull up bar that’s served me well for 5 years and a powerblock set that I got half off of the 5-90lbs each. And a second hand pretty solid adjustable bench. 50 abd can still do 54 push ups in a row and 14 pull ups as well as still run and walk a lot.
My list is this. Pull up bar, set of rings, 3 different kettlebells. I do have an ab roller in the wasted money category. Never use that thing. I'll do any other exorcise before that one.
The longer I am in the fitness industry the longer I realize that it's not about what one needs but what one wants or prefers, and obviously what they can afford. When many think of a Home or Garage Gym, they mean equipment that can replicate the public gym experience, hence why you see traditional equipment like squat racks on an essentials list, it doesn't make it stupid, it's just someone's opinion and expectation for a home gym. Many people love using such equipment, it keeps them motivated and interested, furthermore, modern squat racks provide ample options for customizations and variety, it is just fun to build out and customize, becomes a lifelong hobby and interest. Such variety keeps people interested in fitness. Although I would agree with you that you really don't need much to be fit and healthy especially for beginners who are just starting out, I would not call someone's else's list stupid as people have unique preferences in their training methods and thus find value in those lists. It is worth having an open mind about what other people like to use and train with.
Got a door frame pull up bar that’s served me well for 5 years and a powerblock set that I got half off of the 5-90lbs each. And a second hand pretty solid adjustable bench. 50 abd can still do 54 push ups in a row and 14 pull ups as well as still run and walk a lot.
My list is this. Pull up bar, set of rings, 3 different kettlebells.
I do have an ab roller in the wasted money category. Never use that thing. I'll do any other exorcise before that one.
You’re set for life with just that, basically.
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The longer I am in the fitness industry the longer I realize that it's not about what one needs but what one wants or prefers, and obviously what they can afford. When many think of a Home or Garage Gym, they mean equipment that can replicate the public gym experience, hence why you see traditional equipment like squat racks on an essentials list, it doesn't make it stupid, it's just someone's opinion and expectation for a home gym.
Many people love using such equipment, it keeps them motivated and interested, furthermore, modern squat racks provide ample options for customizations and variety, it is just fun to build out and customize, becomes a lifelong hobby and interest. Such variety keeps people interested in fitness.
Although I would agree with you that you really don't need much to be fit and healthy especially for beginners who are just starting out, I would not call someone's else's list stupid as people have unique preferences in their training methods and thus find value in those lists. It is worth having an open mind about what other people like to use and train with.
Agreed, but hyperbole is kinda my thing.
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