Say you have $2000 (give or take a couple hundred) to spend at https://www.roguefitness.com/ on equipment for a garage gym.
What are you buying?
Nothing Rogue is overpriced. Hope that helps.
Home gym equipment prices are all over the place so I'm not even going to factor in the 2k.
Squat rack w/ pull up bar.
45lb bar
Curl bar
Plates up to 315lbs
Adjustable dumbbells. I think these only go up to 55lbs but I could make that work
Adjustable bench
Probably throw in some bands that could anchor to the rack.
posted by supermanNothing Rogue is overpriced. Hope that helps.
Feel free to provide links to better resources.
posted by AutomatikHome gym equipment prices are all over the place so I'm not even going to factor in the 2k.
Squat rack w/ pull up bar.
45lb bar
Curl bar
Plates up to 315lbs
Adjustable dumbbells. I think these only go up to 55lbs but I could make that work
Adjustable bench
Probably throw in some bands that could anchor to the rack.
Pretty much this but maybe throw in a kettlebell and, if you have extra, some battle ropes or a Prowler sled. I'd recommend PowerBlock dumbbells. I also have a PowerBlock kettlebell.
My garage has a Smith Machine w/seated row/lat pulldown attachment which takes care of everything. Have a bunch of other assorted machines, bars, etc.
I will agree that Rogue is overpriced.
I priced Rogue plates versus a few other places and they were right in line with or cheaper than everyone else.
The above is what I have in my cart so far. Surely some gaps I need to fill, but pricing seems comparable to other places from my quick research.
If I had the wherewithal and space, I'd get a full set of late 1970's Nautilus machines, with the darker blue paint. Haven't used anything as ergonomic as those machines since.
Nowadays - a straight bench, Smith machine, leg extensions and curls machine, a pull-up/dip/calf-raise station, a multi-station cable set, dumbbells, curling bar, and a good elliptical.
On a 2K budget - good elliptical, assisted pull-up/dip/calf-raise station, Smith machine (if possible
We bought ours last year during covid
I got the Powertec Levergym and their weight set with rack. I like it, It's good for a multi-use piece of equipment, but has its drawbacks as a multi-use piece of equipment
https://www.powertec.com/workbench-levergymr-black
https://www.powertec.com/olympic-plate-345-lbs-heavy-set-op-345
https://www.powertec.com/workbench-weight-rack
Got a flat bench on amazon
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HNLBZ4Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Adjustable dumbbells on amazon. They serve their purpose but it's annoying changing their weights.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W319GQ5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
the flooring from amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KBPTHJN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
An ez curl bar i can use with the powertec weights since its olympic size.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004X168VW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
A rowing machine for cardio
https://www.waterrower.com/us/natural-rowing-machine.html
And a peloton that my wife uses (i only use rower)
A peloton
Is that the right answer?
posted by ernest_t_bassA peloton
Is that the right answer?
No.
posted by justincredibleFeel free to provide links to better resources.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/320752013026377/
Get a big tractor tire to flip around in your back yard
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So is it Rogue overpriced or is everything overpriced?
$459 - Best dumbbells out there: https://www.ironmaster.com/products/quick-lock-dumbbell-system-45-lb-set-original/
Then get the microplate kit for $39, and the 75lb upgrade kit for $169 and you have 10-75 lb quick adjustable dumbbells in 2.5 lb (even 1.25) increments for about $680 plus tax. That's if you want to leverage those weight plates. Amazon basics sells nice hex rubber dumbbells for about $1.25 per pound, so a "gym" of 15-50 lbs in 5lb increments is going to cost @ $600.
Maybe $150 for a good adjustable flat/incline bench. Truthfully all you need for weightlifting. For the other $1200 it's about convenience and preference.
- Get a quality treadmill with adjustable incline. Might be invaluable if you hate going outside in winter to run/walk. I think a good treadmill would start at about $800.
- Consider building yourself a squat rack, with a row/lat pull pulley. I've seen some videos on youtube and it doesn't look that difficult. Maybe $200. Then add an olympic bar and olympic weights, add on a box for step ups and calves and your gym would be pretty much complete. If you want to leverage the weights from your dumbbells, get a 1" steel bar (high strength), some grip tape, collars and clips for maybe $100. And buy a pair of 50 lb 1" plates for deadlifts/squats.
Actually, all that would put you close to $2k. You'd max out bench/squat/deadlift at about 240 lbs, so maybe if things go well you'll be looking to add some plates down the line, but for another $60 or so you can get a pair of 25 lb plates.
I think the Amazon dumbbells might work best for you because you can change weights as quickly as grabbing a set. If you're going to work heavier, you can get a pair of 14" spinlock dummbells for 1" plates - great for a working set, but suck for changing weight quickly (i.e. warm-ups and drop sets). If you have the space, this is even more convenient than the Ironmaster.
We have a treadmill and dumbbells already.
posted by justincredibleWe have a treadmill and dumbbells already.
In that case, power cage is what I'd have to have next:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVDCMJZ/ref=twister_B081ZRSDQ1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Just throwing that out there. Has an optional lat pull/row attachment. So several options with lat pull/row in the $600-$800 range. Get one with posts and you'll save money using your olympic plates (as opposed to buying a weight stack). Depending on how much variety you want, you might look for one that has a t-bar row attachment (although I think you can buy standalone options). By the way - notice the one I linked has no footrest for seated rows (others have that). If you have the budget, I'd probably prefer to get a weight stack.
Then get 2-3 olympic bars (because we're lazy and want to leave starting warm-up weights on for squat/bench/deadlift) and like 400-500lbs of plates.
I've used those "multi-home gyms" pieces and...not that they can't get the job done, but I much prefer free weights. I think unless you're throwing around big weights and/or poor form, you can safely use free weights (even squats and deads) well into your 60's and even 70's.
You really don't need a leg curl or leg extension, and I think free weight alternatives are better AND better for your joints. But there are benches out there with those attachments either with posts for plates or possibly that could attach to the low cable pulley.
Then look at a plyometric box/platform for step-ups and calves, if you have interest in those exercises.
posted by justincredibleWe have a treadmill and dumbbells already.
I have found that regardless of price that treadmills will hold up to 6 coats.
posted by Ironman92I have found that regardless of price that treadmills will hold up to 6 coats.
Lol
I changed my mind, I'm just going to get one of those Mirror things.
