During lockdown, demand for at-home gym equipment like treadmills and kettlebells spiked. In fact, nearly two years into the pandemic – even with gyms now being back open – we still find ourselves running into out-of-stock exercise equipment or longer-than-normal delivery times. Why? COVID changed the nature of our workouts forever.
In years past, many of us would start the new year with a brand spanking new gym membership. But now, after spending so much time exploring virtual and outdoor alternatives, sweating with strangers indoors is no longer high on our priority list. According to a McKinsey & Company survey, 70 percent of people who used online fitness programs during the pandemic plan to stick with them long-term. The stats are clear: at-home workouts are here to stay.
The good news? You only need to invest in a few pieces of decent at-home gym equipment and you’re good to go.
What’s the best at-home gym equipment?
Resistance bands are a great place to start – this seemingly simple piece of equipment can make your muscles stand to attention like no other. A pair of boxing gloves to build lean muscle, dumbbells for strength and joint mobility and a skipping rope are other pieces that may be small, but will make a big difference.
If you’ve got a little more money to spend, you might like to invest in a spinning bike, treadmill or rowing machine. Head to JTX fitness for all three. John Lewis is another great place to head the Life Fitness Row GX Trainer as is this cross-trainer are both high on our wish-lists. Otherwise, check out Vaha’s immersive full-length mirror that can stream thousands of on-demand and live workouts rivalling those of high-end boutique studios.
