Top Garage Gym Equipment (7 Essentials EVERY Home Gym NEEDS)

Here's my top garage gym equipment that every home gym must have. Each gym needs this equipment for their garage gym so that you can maximize your time and effort in the gym. These 7 items are essential so that you can become stronger, work on that physique, and create a healthy and happy you!
My top gym equipment is listed and explained in order with examples for budget and top of the line items for each. With these 7 items you can bring yourself through all the top compound lifts whether you're a powerlifter, CrossFit athlete, or bodybuilder. Believe me, I've spent a lot of time in the gym experimenting, learning, and teaching and I can help you make choices that I didn't always get right.
Iron Olympic Plates Budget Pick
Ultra Low Budget CAP Plates amzn.to/2ZPag3m
Budget Pick Rep Fitness gluck.fit/RepIronPlates
Rogue Machined Plates gluck.fit/RogueMachinedPlates
Rogue Deep Dish gluck.fit/RogueDeepDish
Bumper Plates Picks
Rogue Echo gluck.fit/RogueEchoBumpersBL
Titan Fitness Urethane Bumpers gluck.fit/TitanUrethaneBumpers
Barbell Budget Pick CAP Beast amzn.to/3aRNK0d
Barbell Top Pick Rogue 2.0gluck.fit/RogueBar20
Rogue Ohio Power Bar gluck.fit/RogueOhioPower
Power Rack Budget Pick REP PR-1100 gluck.fit/PR1100
Power Rack Top Pick REP PR-4000 gluck.fit/PR4000
Rogue Monster Lite gluck.fit/RogueMonsterLite
Flat Bench Budget Pick Titan Flat Bench gluck.fit/TitanFlatBench
Flat Bench Top Pick REP FB 5000 gluck.fit/FB5000
Adjustable Bench Budget Pick
Ultra Low Budget Pick amzn.to/2P9fvch
Budget Pick XMark Adjustable amzn.to/3dGuWTl
Adjustable Bench Top Pick REP Fitness AB-5000 gluck.fit/AB5000
Fixed Dumbbells Budget Pick Amazon Basics amzn.to/3utmqx8
Fixed Dumbbells Top Pick (pairs) REP Rubber Hex gluck.fit/REPHexDBPairs
Fixed Dumbbells Top Pick (sets) REP Rubber Hex gluck.fit/REPHexDBSets
Adjustable Dumbbell Budget Pick Bowflex 552 amzn.to/37KAN6u
Adjustable Dumbbell Top Pick Powerblock Elite powerblock.com/product/elite-...
Gymnast Rings REP Wood Rings gluck.fit/RepWoodRings
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0:00 Introduction
1:41 Olympic Plates
3:16 Olympic Barbell
4:29 Power Rack
6:05 Benches
8:12 Dumbbells
9:56 Upgrades
10:58 Get on the Floor
11:42 Cardio, Yeah right
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[@GlucksGym]

What are your picks for essential equipment for your home gym? Let me know if I missed anything or should be considering different gear!

[@kevinm1728]

TRX Trainer. You can do just about everything/work any part of the body with those, very little space to use and you don't need a rack to use them.

[@GlucksGym]

@@kevinm1728 that's actually probably my next purchase and I thought about putting it in here (but here we are). Love those things

[@kevinm1728]

@@GlucksGym You kind of did put it in there with the rings, actually. Basically the same, but the TRX trainer is quite a bit more versatile in the long run. Should have mentioned it before but your videos are great man, informative and funny. Way underrated, I am surprised/annoyed they haven't been recommended to me sooner considering the amount of home gym videos I watch (Alan Thrall, Coop, Basement Brendan). Keep it up, dude!

[@GlucksGym]

@@kevinm1728 ah you got some good guys there. Thanks I really do appreciate it. I have it written on my list, I swear! Not sure why I decided not to post it.

[@brettkaiser4467]

instablaster.

[@BasementBrandon]

Count me in for the don’t lift, look good crew

[@GlucksGym]

I've seen your lifts and besides the fact that they're better than mine I have noticed they are missing very important gear like sunglasses, multiple belts, and 4 sets of clips on the bar for example. You'll get there someday all it takes is a lot of wasted time setting up the jokes.

[@BasementBrandon]

@@Ihavetopoop718 I'm still trying to be the next coop!

[@GlucksGym]

We're close enough (CT and RI) maybe we'll collaborate someday. That way someone who knows what they're talking about can be in one of my videos.

[@michaelmcgaughey5113]

Although I like some of your points, As some one who has had a home gym for 30 years, I feel a few things are missing and your order of purchase is way off, especially if you cannot afford to buy it all at once. My sequence assumes you can only buy one thing at a time. 1) Flooring At least 2 Horse stall Mats and if you wish add in the plywood to build your platform right off. Last thing you want to do is wreck the floor, so it is best to protect it straight off. 2) Dumbbells' Adjustable or fixed does not matter just depends on the budget and space, Best quality you can afford or could be a huge waste of money to upgrade later, Partial sets is also an option ( Cannot beat for versatility) 3) A good quality Adjustable bench. Preferably Incline/Decline/ Flat. This will massively increase the versatility of the Dumbbells' you already have. It is worth buying good quality here as you will definitely want to buy the best one you can afford, so as not to have to upgrade later as you will only ever need one in most home gyms. 4) Kettlebells Adjustable or Fixed is a personal preference, same as with Dumbbells', Adds a ton of new Movements that you just cannot replicate well with Dumbbells'. Note: Kettlebells can be swapped in ahead of Dumbbells', Just depends on which basic movements you prefer most. 5)Buy a basic starter Olympic weight set, with Bar: Even through C0-Vid and definitely before many fitness supply stores offered on average a basic multi-purpose 700lb rated Olympic bar with a 300Lb set of Plates for around $300.00. This usually got you one set of each weight increment and a future beater bar. Everybody will eventually need that beater bar for Landmine use and anything else you don't want to use your good bar on. Also a 700 lbs capacity is great for for most home gym lifters, to begin with anyways. 6)Now it is time to buy your Rack, This is where you need to give the most thought as you want to get the best rack you can afford that has as many future accessories options as possible, as this will become the center piece of most home gyms from this point on. 7) TRX style straps and bands, Highly versatile and relatively cheap. I placed these here as I use them off my rack, which based on my priority system I just got; as I never liked attaching them to the doors and Beams in my house. Otherwise they could easily swap into the number one spot. Great for tons of versatility and warm up work. Number 8) and beyond is where you can start adding in all those nice things like quality plates, especially the 45lbs that really are the only plate everybody need more than one set of, a better Olympic bar, specialty bars, rack attachments, cable machines, Flat benches, other specialty benches, slam balls, Rings, heavier Dumbbells' and Kettlebells etc. Once you get to Number 8 it is really dependent on where you want to go with your Gym. Number 1 through 7 however, I feel you will want in every gym. If you can buy them all at once fantastic. If not I feel the above sequence, will allow you to start working out and making gains and staying fit right away at an affordable cost.

[@ilyas2631]

Very informative! Love that intro. You can feel the effort and love put into the video. Keep up the work.

[@cesarb3]

I dont how you dont have more subscribers. Your content is good.

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks! It's honestly slow going but we're grinding. I appreciate it!

[@franciscoames]

Dude, you had me cracking up. Love the videos. Keep it going.

[@GlucksGym]

I'm trying! Thank you

[@davinjohnson1110]

Intro was straight 🔥 🔥

[@GlucksGym]

Honestly I forgot what it was so I went back and watch it haha

[@onielslowley]

Love the fact that you don't take yourself too seriously. The dad jokes too keep me coming back. Keep churning out great content.

[@GlucksGym]

I'll take what I can get haha. Thanks

[@mbgomez89]

They’re what got me to subscribe lol

[@marktalaro3207]

Seems like I'm on the track. All the gym essentials you mentioned is what i bought first. Keep the videos coming. You just got a new subscriber. 👊

[@GlucksGym]

Yayyy! Each sub makes me more powerful or at least I feel a little special

[@SergVargas]

Just came across this channel. I can't believe you only have 3k subs. I thought I was reading it wrong. Great stuff man. Awesome quality and great context!

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you! We're growing at least and hoping it takes off! Been gaining consistenly!

[@ChadWicKeD]

Great overview! Due to prices and availability I currently use: Main Workout (3x/week): adjustable dumbbells (Core Fitness and OG spinlocks). During work breaks: adjustable kettlebell, rings, walker for dips Stretch/Rehab: resistance bands, long wooden stick Cardio: jump rope, and double end bag. It's enough to keep me busy, but stall mats, barbells andolympic weights are next. Then a PRX folding rack for my small garage.

[@GlucksGym]

That's a good list. We're all having to be resourceful but you've got a great start!

[@smashweights]

Absolutely agree with the AB-5000 ZeroGap recommendation! It's an absolute tank, even as a flat bench it feels more solid and steady than any flat bench I've used at a commercial gym. The ZeroGap feature is clutch for flat exercises especially DB press where rocking back with a gap is annoying. REPs customer service is incredible too. My bench arrived with a slightly bent frame that left the pad twisted a few degrees and they sent me an entire new bench within days!

[@MrSpecialized75]

Great vid. Thank you. Self-esteem, check.

[@GlucksGym]

Haha thanks. Glad you enjoyed it

[@CrusaderGabriel]

Been working out for over a year at my own home gym and now I’m making a big upgrade (almost a complete makeover) and this video is very helpful. Used to have lots of cardio machines which went in, personally I only need to keep the elliptical but well can’t really remove all cardio machines as I’m not the only one who uses the home gym. As for the strength training side of the gym, I’m starting to get rid of old benches that can barely support any serious weight, also just ordered my first Olympic barbell and need to think about a good (but affordable) power cage as well as where to place it because my home gym isn’t really big… now I’m wishing I saw this video even before deciding to build the gym

[@LincolnHawk-bk5yr]

I subbed for the humor. The excellent advice and information is just a bonus. I'm 56 years old. I've never worked out in my life. I've always had very physical, blue collar jobs so I've always been in good shape - until last year when I was diagnosed with cancer. A couple of surgeries and radiation and I'm good to go - except I'm weak as a cat. I'm going to hit the weights to try and get some of my strength back. I'm on a strict budget because of missing a year of work. I'm thinking the best, cheapest way to start is with a pair of Bowflex adjustable dumbbells and a bench. I think it just gives me more options than a bar and plates right now. Once I build up and save up, I can expand my home gym. I welcome any thoughts or advice.

[@Oh6Torch]

I’ve watched so many of your videos that I thought I was already subbed. My apologies. Great content! Keep the comedy coming! I bought everything in just about the same order 3 years years ago when I started my gym. Just wanted that bang for the buck you’re speaking of, I guess. Buying the dumbbells was the toughest. I found a local fitness outlet that sold the same hex rubberized ones for 74¢/ lb. And it was still very expensive. I’d pop in there and drop $100 here, $160, $220 there for 4 or 5 months. It really hurt. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@GlucksGym]

The dumbbells are the worst... I'm still working on my set! Haha thanks for the sub! We long as you're watching we're happy 😊

[@shiner752]

Usually I don’t sub when the person in a video asks, but you know what Gluck you made me giggle and I’ve got some serious gym envy. So I’m subbed

[@GlucksGym]

It's a hard line. I feel awkward so I try to make it funny. Someday I'll be big enough to ignore my subs but that day isn't today. Thank you!

[@BRUTUSPLAC]

Thank heavens i invested in my dumbbells years ago ( 1 - 150 lbs ) and bought 10 lb plates over the years at 10-40 cents a lb. and dumbbel bars from Sportsmith over the years, Stall mats at $52 avg each will last yuo many a year. Just powerwash them or wipe them dowen with hot water and leave in the sun for 1 week ,

[@paulhopkins686]

Great videos 👍

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you!

[@blaynus2872]

I have the Powerblock USA Elites with the 70- and 90-lb. upgrades and I am completely in love. Much better and sturdier than Bowflex. The only issue is that I don't have dumbells that are above 90 lbs. but I'm OK with it for now; 97% of all dumbell exercises I do are under 90 lbs.

[@GlucksGym]

As are most people's exercises. I really only keep the big ones so people think I'm strong. Luckily nobody has asked me to lift them yet.

[@notoriouslycuriouswombat]

dude..love the channel

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you! Glad to hear it

[@JDAfrica]

I’ve been slowly buying used gear, demo stock off Marketplace. Saved thousands and getting only the core of what I need. sets of dumbbells (5/7/11/17.5/27.5/37.5kgs), polyurethane Olympic plates and an Olympic EZ bar (shorter bar). A few medicine balls, treadmill and an aerobic adjustable bench with incline and decline).

[@anthonythm]

Really like your video, can you review the adjustable dumbbell for us?

[@GlucksGym]

We can though we've got a lot setup atm. Hard to keep up with all this stuff!

[@gymreviewer]

That single gun rack for the curl bar is next level. 😂

[@GlucksGym]

Hahaha it's still up there even in the remodel with plenty of storage and space

[@gymreviewer]

@@GlucksGym Class act! 😂🙌🏼

[@RE4SHADOW]

Posting only so youcan afford those gym rings. Good vids, thank you for posting them!

[@GlucksGym]

Did you watch the rings video yet?! I did a buyers guide!

[@jokermann77]

Hope your Channel keeps growing man. You seem like a dude I’d hang out with (A.K.A. You’re personable, not saying that in a weird way lol). I would agree with your basics. I think an honorable mention should be a quality EZ Curl bar. I say that because if you have limited space an EZ curl bar gives you versatility to start with. That was the first piece I started with (and was able to get my hands on) outside of a few dumbbells I already had laying around the house. I’ve built up my Arsenal since then, but the Curl bar I have (Rogue) was heavy duty enough to, as well as gave me confidence in adding heavier weight to do a “curl bar deadlift” and “Curl bar bench press” with a wider grip. Plus all of the shoulder, back and arm movements you can do. Also, obviously, adding plates gives you heavier curls if you don’t have the dumbbells, the different grip angles work the different heads of the biceps etc... It will get you by in a pinch, especially for limited space. Just my 2 cents worth.

[@GlucksGym]

I actually own that same curl bar and love it and would recommend it as well I just didn't pick it in my top 7. I guess if you cut out the rings (but really that was a pull up bar) it could go there or say eff flooring and put it at #7. I got mine pretty early on, before I owned most of this stuff so I agree with you on some of those points. Also, thanks! I appreciate the kind words!

[@jokermann77]

@@GlucksGym yeah, rings and pull up bar are pretty interchangeable. However. All the greats say you need rings (more versatile) or a pull up bar. These days, the racks all have a pull up bar of some sort. Once I get my fat butt back into shape I may have to pick up some rings. Not sure about you, but when I picked up my Curl bar, I was literally checking 3-4 different curl bars for stock. The rogue was the first one to have stock. They have had pretty much everything I’ve wanted/needed in stock over other companies so that’s the primary reason I’ve went with them for the stuff I do have currently. It doesn’t hurt I have become a fan of Rogue since purchasing from them so I usually look at them first! LoL

[@GlucksGym]

That's literally my exact story as well. They produce great stuff and have really cranked up their quantity. Plus it doesn't hurt I prefer American made. My gym has some diversity but Rogue has also never let me down.

[@jokermann77]

@@GlucksGym agreed, I try to buy USA made when I can. Just like everything else, it’s not always possible and sometimes price wins out. Only issue I had with my Rogue products they took care of me and gave me different solutions. Their customer service has been great when I’ve needed to talk to them. My other issues were issues while/during shipping, not their fault so I don’t blame them and it’s nothing I’m too upset about (just some scuffs, and my OHPB Sticker got too cold during some negative temps and came off and then “broke”.) nothing I’m concerned about.

[@RishabhKumar-uu2hk]

Nice to see inovation in Garages in hard times such as COVID. Keep pushing. Love From India

[@DrTimWhatleyDDS]

"whether it's burpees or the world's worst thing, actually running" hilarious

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks! It's funny because it's true

[@conraddubois6150]

I would get plate loaded dumbbells first and still do a lot of exercises !

[@Jor-El-Earth1]

1. Barbell, 2. Plates, 3. Rack, & 4. Adjustable bench (probably buy all at once) Then get some adjustable dumbbells and perhaps a pulley system for pull downs/triceps. Oh...and get flooring first and don't cheap out on this one. Then get all the cool guy stuff like a one piece leotard. In pink leopard print. Now that's tough. Also the super cheap version: adjustable dumbbells and an adjustable bench.

[@GlucksGym]

Where were you when I was buying my outfits? I could've used that advice, mine's leopard.

[@Jor-El-Earth1]

@@GlucksGym We expect to see this in the next vid. LOL

[@GlucksGym]

@@Jor-El-Earth1 that's for my only fans

[@jrsmith5]

looking sweet!

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you sir. Congratulations, you're 10th comment on this channel!

[@jooseskeptik]

11:48 “ and talking afterwards” 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@GlucksGym]

OMG I had to go back and rewatch. Wow how far the channel has come 😂

[@ChiefyManDudeDog]

I'd be interested in your thoughts on the REP AB-3100 bench, if you have any. Thanks.

[@GlucksGym]

Ah you're gonna love my next video haha. It's a great bench for an adjustable and should've been my base adjustable on this video probably.

[@davinjohnson1110]

Getting shooter plates today

[@GlucksGym]

ohhh fancy boy

[@markhalstead2386]

I started out with Iron Master adjustable dumbbells. I was able to work out with those for most things like floor press, deadlift, squat, etc. Now, I have a cart at Rogue with a rack, Barbell, plates, and land mine. Just waiting for Rep Fitness to get the bench I want in blue before I order everything.

[@GlucksGym]

Sounds like a hell of a haul! What items are in that cart?!

[@markhalstead2386]

@@GlucksGym RML-690C, deep dish plates, stainless Ohio Bar with center knurl, land mine, leg roller, multi grip pull-up, medicine ball, and slam ball. May get a cheap bar for the land mine.

[@GlucksGym]

Now that's a cart! I think you just bought half my home gym (and upgraded my rack). I use my "cheaper" bar for the landmine as well.

[@markhalstead2386]

@@GlucksGym Thanks. Been saving for a while.

[@gpaez24]

This guy likes Rep Fitness!

[@GlucksGym]

They have some good stuff!

[@Villasenorbrandon]

I’ve had the fitness reality bench for some time in my backyard gym use it 6 days a week and gotta say it works

[@abkayla1T]

I wish i had more space for a home gym. Once my roommate moves out ill reclaim the room. Luckily i bought powerblock dumbbells Feb 2020 before covid hit and got a good deal on the dumbbells for 230$ and free shipping on amazon. I also am glad i got the Rep fitness FB 5000. I want to get their powerrack PR 1100 but without the space right now, it'd be not a wise idea. I'm starting from scratch so i don't need a lot of weight currently. I think I'll get iron plates from rep when i have space and they are back in stock. So I have time to save up money for that

[@GlucksGym]

I'm actually working on compact gym video so hopefully I beat you to your purchases! Either way seems like you've got a great start.

[@billde.8165]

good

[@MetalsForBrunch]

I go with am I going to use it at least once or twice a week and how much I can lift my max for amount of plates. I want a titan lat pull down machine but my wife says no more equipment.

[@GlucksGym]

Definitely high on the list is how often you use it. Hit the nail right on the head. Also I hope you noticed I recommended your urethanes this time!

[@sudarshanchoubey780]

Is Shred Zeppelin from the brofessor at Broscience Life?

[@Reddogj123]

How about a low-ceiling pick for a rack?

[@GlucksGym]

Probably the Bells Hydra. You can check it out in our review. We'll also be reviewing theManticore (not out yet) but I'd imagine it'll have the same height options.

[@GraveyFit]

If starting from scratch I'd recommend looking at something like the Rogue Alpha package. The only thing I didn't use from it was the abmat. Plus it comes with Rings and they are spectacular 😁

[@PIFDUDE]

Hi beginner home gym builder here. I've seen a good deal for a set of weight plates but the thing is the dimensions of the plates get smaller as the weight of the plate is smaller. Is this going to be a problem when it comes to deadlifting? Is it better to have plates that are different weights but have the same dimensions for when you put the weight down on the floor? I hope that makes sense.

[@GlucksGym]

Makes sense. Unless they're bumpers most plates go down in diameter after 45lbs. Not a big deal as the 45s will prop them up.

[@Gokumitsu9000]

does anybody know what clock he has on the background? thanks!

[@GlucksGym]

It's just an AcuRite LED clock off Amazon

[@Rocket4ce]

If I had to do all over again. Dont sleep on that Rouge echo barell. At 200 dollars, it's a high level barbell. Excellent knurling. Definitely a landmine, and bumper plates. Buy a 6x6 post and concrete. Buy two 18 inch Rouge 3x3 post. They like 30 dollars. Matador. That's all. Landmine work eliminates a power rack, dumbbells.

[@GlucksGym]

My friend who I mention in the video has the Echo (but only uses his power bar). I like it and was going to make it my budget pick but thought it was more mid range based on price (it's a really nice bar). I searched for that matador for months but had to eventually settle for the Titan knock off.

[@dlroto]

The echo bar price rose up to 255 or so.

[@GlucksGym]

@@dlroto these prices change so fast lately its hard to keep up on

[@mcfadden3413]

That Shred-Zeppelin Shirt is legit!! Link??

[@GlucksGym]

That's from Dom at BroScienceLife. I think the sites dommerch.com

[@mamatthe1]

yeah bro this is precisely what i considered when picking out a globogym home replacement. no frills but maximize utility is what you did a great job showcasing here. the rings are a good idea i may have to revisit now, just worried that it seems like hell on shoulder joints. what do you think about pulleys? i added a spud inc pulley combo and am pretty pleased that it rounds out many of the cable accessory movements i missed from the gym like curls, raises, and pushdowns. it is claimed to even set up as a belt squat but I am still working on getting that to feel right. i like adjustable dumbbells and buying extra 25, 10, 5, 2.5 as necessary since my garage has cabinets on the sides where a dumbbell rack could go. lastly, strangely enough i have liked band pegs as an accessory too because they serve as weight pins sometimes since i have my rack unbolted and are cheaper than dip bars and pullup bars or weight pins.

[@GlucksGym]

Yeah they can be hard on the shoulders depending what you're doing although I've used them to help my friends with pullup progression and done a lot with them otherwise. I think like anything else you just have to adjust and do what feels OK. I haven't used a spud like system because I picked up a commercial cable machine from a gym closing but I did look at systems like that and all the way up to the slinger but then kinda lucked into this. Definitely need enough versatile stuff to keep it interesting, one of the things we all miss out on from a commercial gym is all that equipment.

[@martianmartian7281]

My Titan Fitness T-3 power rack has served me very well in preventing me from crushing me and my wallet!

[@GlucksGym]

My buddy has had his for many years without issue

[@malcouxe49]

Hi ! Is there a squat rack/cage you would recommend for a room with a 7ft ceiling ? This is my main problem currently thx !

[@GlucksGym]

The bolt down Titan X3, Rep Pr 4000 and PR 5000 alll have 80" options. The Bells of Steel Hydra also has some height options for you there's probably a few others as well but those are the big ones that jump to mind.

[@malcouxe49]

@@GlucksGym thx a lot that really helps

[@Yang-xv1on]

I think you need at least 1 crossmember member to connect left and right frames. Notice that how easy you can shake your rack. I don't see any of the crossmember to stabilize your rack. If you try to use force to shake it front to back, i bet you cannot shake it at all. Even if you bolted to the floor, it wont help to stable the rack. All your pull up bars are horizontal, verticals joint are the once can stable your rack. I hope this could help. :)

[@GlucksGym]

Yep it's because I flipped the fat and skinny pull up bar to be horizontal so I can use both (rather than vertical oriented) and so it doesn't get in my vertical space. I was going to bolt the rack down but honestly I'll probably swap the rack eventually and since I'll be expoxying the floors I haven't done that yet either.

[@Yang-xv1on]

@@GlucksGym Just feel like you've already spent a lot money on the rack, might be a good idea to make it stable. Good luck.

[@GlucksGym]

@@Yang-xv1on under 600 with all the attachments pre covid but you're point still stands, maybe I'll add one since I won't be changing it out too quickly and it's a cheap addition.

[@josht138]

A few inexpensive things to add to the list include mobility/recovery items like resistance bands, foam roller, and a lacrosse ball. I'd probably also recommend some lifting shoes. As far as a rack goes I think most people can get by with a stand for a budget pick. I started with a $150 stand from Amazon just to make sure I got into it. Although I totally agree with buy for life, you can get by with more of a hedge with cheaper equipment at first knowing you'll invest later.

[@GlucksGym]

Yeah I have a lot more but the challenge was limiting it to the basics. I do have a few pairs of lifting shoes but I seem to like my Metcons the most. What do you use?

[@josht138]

@@GlucksGym adipowers... Got them pretty cheap on Amazon. But much better than lifting in running shoes.

[@GlucksGym]

@@josht138 ah my buddy has them and swears by them. I'm too set in my ways for elevated heels (though I do have some Addidas like that)

[@josht138]

@@GlucksGym I have super flat feet so I think they've helped a lot.

[@Mike-jl6us]

What’s your gym shed dimension?

[@GlucksGym]

it's about 10'x29'

[@baylee0831]

12:23 i absolutely agree fuck running its 2021 society no longer has a need for runnijg

[@GlucksGym]

You're not just right, you're brave for saying it

[@mylarhyrule904]

For a power rack... I’ve been looking at a half rack at dicks sporting goods in the $350 range... has 3x3 uprights, and plate storage... And for dumbbells, I use plate loaded adjustable dumbbells... a little unwieldy sometimes, but I being I basically have a set of dumbbells that goes from 5 lbs to 150lbs in 5 lb increments that takes up very little space... sadly for most, these should be standard weights, not olympics, as with the dumbbells you will want a lot of 2.5 lb, 5 lb, and 10 lb plates so the dumbbells can stay physically small enough to reasonably still do your movements... imagine how hard it would be to dumbbell row a dumbbell that has a 45 lb plate on each end, lol And for cardio equipment... jump rope, jumping jacks, swimming, walking, running... for a machine, when I add one to my gym I’m gonna probably get a rower or something similar off of Facebook marketplace, you can find them less than $100 quite often. Bands are nice too for sure, cheap, small, and absolutely usable for most for gains

[@GlucksGym]

Fitness Gear Pro HR? It's ok. Hard to expect much for $350 but it gets the job done for some. Not the most stable and the quality can sometimes be lacking. I've seen people bend the metal tightening stuff down, damaged inside the box, things uneven and parts missing but some people like it though I expect a lot don't know better. I'd probably debate a Rep Pr 1100 at the price but maybe that's because I don't love half racks.

[@matthewhutton1536]

A+ sarcasm and misc. comedy

[@BicZippo]

Literally just need to find your wall clock 😫

[@GlucksGym]

Send me an email or pm on insta, I'm sure I can find you a link

[@zakxtoten]

No loadable dumbbell handles?!

[@GlucksGym]

That's in the video I just did! It's in the essential add ons

[@ffbarnette]

I subscribed liked and commented in hopes that this helps you get some rings.

[@GlucksGym]

I appreciate it!

[@felixb1412]

lol, but should i get a barbell for my one bedroom apartment?

[@GlucksGym]

Yeah store it under your bed next to your wall rack! Girls love a nice barbell.

[@PhotonGames]

How can you spend 400 dollars on 45 pounds of steel?

[@GlucksGym]

That $400 gets used by 5 people 4 times a week and will last a lifetime. It's a pretty good deal for me.

[@PhotonGames]

@@GlucksGym Fair enough. That just seems like a lot to me. Whatever works for you.

[@GlucksGym]

It's not cheap but there's much more expensive. I've spent more on dumber things haha.

[@carolynfaia7368]

Can I just come use your home gym?

[@GlucksGym]

It might be a heck of a drive

[@PracticalBibleStudies]

*For poor people like me: Concrete, dowel rods, buckets, pipes, tires.*

[@RawrRanger]

3 month = 0$, double next month: 0$ x 2 = 0$

[@GlucksGym]

I'll have to check on that math but I believe 2x0 = 00. See? That's two times as many 0s

[@gpaez24]

Funny video

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks. Hopefully it was helpful too!

[@baylee0831]

FIRST

[@GlucksGym]

As always, my best fan!

[@baylee0831]

@@GlucksGym i know what can i say i love to get them gainz or whatever the actual athletes say

[@kylelavallee2505]

How tall are you lol you look tall af next to your rack

[@GlucksGym]

Only 6' or so

[@davinjohnson1110]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@WiecznieNieNasycony]

cardio? just take 2 girls and one hour is enough, you'll see how difficult it is to please two at once

[@Toniongbayawak]

putting a box under your flat bench? that's dangerously Stupid

[@GlucksGym]

No it's really not if you're doing it right. Very common, we're not talking about some flimsy piece of junk to create a big angle.

[@Manishkumar-oo7ny]

He has more gym equipment than muscle.

[@trollbgone9704]

No kidding, so does literally everyone else in the world with a home gym, I'd like to see you put on a couple plates worth of muscle mass.

[@andersbjrnsen7203]

Nah. No single item is essential or irreplacable for general fitness, not even the barbell.

[@travissapp2235]

Lol "crossfit athlete"

[@mysticjedi6730]

There is no top 5 or 7 or 10 items... top 2 maybe; gym mat and set of dumbbells.. dumbbell squats, shoulder press, dumbbell push-ups, bicep curl, tricep extention, bent over rows, etc.. For people who are fat they need cardio equipment, thinner people who want abs maybe a crunch rocker, etc.. Poor list.. first choice Olympic plates.. weak dude.. squat rack the center piece of your gym.. 99 percent of people will never buy that.. Start with a gym mat and set of dumbbells people.. from there based on your goals..

[@sammytan4512]

Gym essentials are cool and all, but I watch these videos for the sex appeal.

[@GlucksGym]

Finally someone brave enough to say it.