Recommended Equipment
Sometimes it’s really difficult to know what to buy when you’re new to fitness. I have compiled a list of some of the products that I think are the best. I’ve also given a few options for each category, because sometimes the best for me, is not always going to be the best for you.
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Resistance Bands
Cut to Preferred Length
Level 1 Beginner
Yellow Light 5 yard latex
Level 5 Advanced
Black Special Heavy Advanced Level 1 6 yd latex
Level 2 Beginner
Red Medium 5 yard latex
Super Heavy
Silver Special Heavy Advanced Level 2 6 ft latex
Level 3 Intermediate
Green Heavy 5 yard latex
Max Resistance
Gold Max Resistance 4m latex
Extra Heavy Resistance
Blue extra heavy 5m latex
Resistance Band Loops
Good
Letsfit Resistance Loop Bands, Resistance Exercise Bands for Home Fitness, Stretching, Strength Training, Physical Therapy, Natural Latex Workout Bands, Pilates Flexbands, 12″ x 2″
Better (latex free)
TheraBand Resistance Bands Set, Professional Non-Latex Elastic Band for Upper & Lower Body Exercise, Strength Training Without Weights, Physical Therapy, Pilates
Better
Pack of four, 3 inch wide continuous loop elastic bands in the same colors and resistance levels as authentic TheraBand Progressive Resistance Bands
Best
Booty 3 Resistance Bands for Legs and Butt Set, Exercise Bands Fitness Bands, Resistance Loops Hip Thigh Glute Bands Non Slip Fabric, Elastic Strength Squat Band, Workout Beginner to Professional
Foam Rollers
Good
ProsourceFit High Density Full and Half-Round Foam Rollers for Physical Therapy, Pilates, Yoga, Stretching, Balance & Core Exercises, 12″, 18″, 36″
Better
Gaiam Restore Muscle Massage Therapy Foam Rollers (18 inch & 36 inch)
Best
OPTP PRO-Roller Soft Density Foam Roller – Durable Roller for Massage, Stretching, Fitness, Yoga and Pilates
Medicine Balls
Good
Yes4All Slam Balls (black & blue) 10-40lbs for Strength and Crossfit Workout – Slam Medicine Ball
Better
ProsourceFit Slam Medicine Balls 5Lbs Smooth Textured Grip Dead Weight Balls for Crossfit, Strength & Conditioning Exercises
Best
Champion Sports Rhino Elite Medicine Ball – In Multiple Weights
Balance Discs
Good
ProsourceFit Core Balance Disc Trainer, 14” Diameter with Pump for Improving Posture, Fitness, Stability
Best
Bosu Balance Trainer, 65cm “The Original”
Exercise Mats
Good
Gaiam Athletic Yoga Series dynaMAT Xtra-Wide Mat, Black/Gray, 5mm
Better
TOPLUS Yoga Mat – Classic 1/4 inch Pro Yoga Mat Fitness Exercise Mat with Carrying Strap
Best
TENOL JELS Extra Thick Yoga and Exercise Mat Non-Slip High Resilience TPE Pilates Mat with Carrying Strap 72”LX26”WX2/5Inch(10mm)
Exercise Mat Cleaner
Lemongrass- My Favorite
ASUTRA Natural & Organic Yoga Mat Cleaner (Mindful Lemongrass Aroma), 4 fl oz | Safe for All Mats & No Slippery Residue | Cleans, Restores, Refreshes | Comes w/Microfiber Cleaning Towel
Lemongrass + Jasmine
ASUTRA Lemongrass & Jasmine Essential Oil Blend, Aromatherapy Spray, 4 fl oz | for Face, Body, Rooms, Linens | Promotes Calm & Positive Feelings | Filters Out Negative Energy
Lavender
ASUTRA Natural & Organic Yoga Mat Cleaner (Peaceful Lavender Aroma), 4 fl oz | Safe for All Mats & No Slippery Residue | Cleans, Restores, Refreshes | Comes w/ Microfiber Cleaning Towel
Swiss Ball
Good
Gaiam Total Body Balance Ball Kit – Includes Anti-Burst Stability Exercise Yoga Ball, Air Pump, Workout Program
Better
YOGU Stability Exercise Ball 65cm Yoga Balance Ball Birthing Ball with Air Pump Anti-Slip & Anti-Burst Supports 2000lbs Great for Yoga Pilates Abdominal Workout Fitness Ball and Office Chair
Best
SpoxFit Exercise Ball Chair with Resistance Bands, Perfect for Office, Yoga, Balance, Fitness, Super Strong Holds 660lbs. Set Includes Stable Base, Workout Poster, Pump, Home Gym Bundle-65cm
Exercise Steps
Good
Tone Fitness Aerobic Step Platform | Exercise Step | Full and Compact Sizes
Better
Adjustable Aerobic Step Platform with 4 Risers Health Club Size & Extra Risers Options
Best
Reebok Original Aerobic Step
For Small Spaces
16″ x 16″ Adjustable High Step Aerobic Platform with 4 Risers
Beginner Free Weights
Good
BalanceFrom GoFit All-Purpose Dumbbells in Pair, or Set with Rack
Better
Gaiam Neoprene Dumbbell Hand Weight (Sold as Single Dumbbell)
Best
Neoprene Dumbbell Pairs by Day 1 Fitness – 12 WEIGHT OPTIONS, 1 – 20 LBS – Non-Slip, Hexagon Shape, Color Coded, Easy to Read Hand Weights for Muscle Toning, Strength Building, Weight Loss
Adjustable Free Weights
Good
Adjustable Dumbbells 40, 50, 52.5, 60, 105 to 200 lbs with Connector Options
Better
CAP Barbell Adjustable Dumbbell Set, 40 to 200 Pounds
Best
Bowflex SelectTech 552 – Two Adjustable Dumbbells
Agility Training Ladders
Ladder
Yes4All Agility Ladder – Speed Agility Training Ladder with Carry Bag
Mat ladder no trip
SPRI Roll-Out Agility Ladder
TRX
Good
TRX GO Suspension Training: Bodyweight Fitness Resistance Training | Fitness for All Levels & All Goals for Total Body Workouts for Home & Travel | Lightweight & Portable | Workout Poster Included
Better
TRX ALL-IN-ONE Suspension Training: Bodyweight Resistance System | Full Body Workouts for Home, Travel, and Outdoors | Build Muscle, Burn Fat, Improve Cardio | Free Workouts Included
Best
TRX PRO3 Suspension Trainer System Design & Durability| Includes Three Anchor Solutions, 8 Video Workouts & 8-Week Workout Program
Trigger Point Release and Massage
Best for Neck, Shoulders, and Back
Good
Sokiss Body Trigger Point Therapy Self Massage Tool – S-Shaped Trigger Point Massager Relieve Sore Back & Neck Muscle,Myofascial Release Tool & Deep Muscle Self Massage Stick(Purple)
Better
Thera Cane Massager
Best for Forearms
Good
StrongTek Trigger Point Roller Massager for Forearm, Elbow, Hand, Arm, and Leg Myofascial and Fascial Release, Deep Tissue Self Massage for Golfer, Tennis Elbow Treatment or Athlete Muscle Pain Relief
Best
Roleo Tennis Elbow Trigger Point Massager – Arm Massager for Tennis Elbow Treatment and Golfers Elbow Treatment – The Carpal Solution Forearm and Hand Massager for Muscle Pain Relief
Best for Whole Body
Good
sFera Yoga Therapy Massage Balls, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point and Myofascial Release. 2 (2.5 inch) Med/Soft Balls w/mesh Bag, (RLZ1 MED – Pink)
Better
Massage Balls Set for Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Mobility, Muscle Recovery, Foot Massager and Plantar Fasciitis, Inc EBOOK
Best
OBETOR Massage Ball Set for Deep Tissue Muscle Knots, Trigger Point Physical Therapy, Myofascial Release, 5″ Textured Mobility/Lacrosse/Peanut/Spiky/Hand Roller Ball for Back/Shoulder/Foot Pain Relief
Massage Guns
Good
Muscle Massage Gun for Athletes – Percussion Massager Deep Tissue Massager Percussion Massage Gun Massagers for Muscles Handheld Deep Tissue Massage Gun Deep Muscle Massager Gun Muscle Gun Chrome
Better
QIQIGO Massage Gun 30 Speed Level Cordless Deep Tissue Percussion Portable Handheld Electric Body Massager Sports Drill with 6 Heads for Relieving Muscle Pain, Soreness, and Stiffness
Best
Sonic Handheld Percussion Massage Gun – Deep Tissue Massager for Sore Muscle and Stiffness – Quiet, 5 Speed High-Intensity Vibration – Quick Rechargeable Device – Includes 5 Massage Heads (Blue)