I’ve really liked home workouts for that reason. Much more time efficient. I prepare my breakfast during the breaks between sets.
It’s maybe not as effective as barbells, but I also hurt myself sometimes with those. My home routine hasn’t hurt me yet.
Basic equipment:
* Chinup bar above doorframe. I like the rogue jammer. You can still shut the door.
* Dip bar, for dips and rows
* Exercise bike, for sprints
Other exercises are pushups, planks, and bodyweight squats. I have a weight vest for when I need to add more to squats, but don’t need it yet. Am doing 50 squats, and they’re still hard just with bodyweight.
Also have a powerblock, but haven’t used it recently. However, it’s a great addition to a home gym, and would go well with a bench.
Cost of equipment I am using was $400 or less. Comparatively affordable, especially if it cuts a gym membership.
Time savings:
* No commute, changing
* No waiting for machines
* Can use rest breaks efficiently preparing food, a mindless task that doesn’t interfere
I would suggest kettlebells to build and maintain connective tissue and add a bit of bulk. Otherwise I've found the same - I don't need a gym but I go mainly for the social aspect and heavier weights. And nifty massage devices.
Thanks, may try that again. When I tried before I had some lower back issues. This may have been the same mobility issue that gave me trouble doing squats.
For the back issue, start with lower weight or build up your "core" muscles better first before doing any other strength training. I am not a trainer, though!
Connective tissue = tendons, fascia, muscles themselves
When working with machines like at many gyms, the movement is really isolated. Free weights are better since they kind of force your muscles into different directions. Kettlebells are a bit better in that regard and are more versatile and easier to use sporadically like in a home office environment.
It’s maybe not as effective as barbells, but I also hurt myself sometimes with those. My home routine hasn’t hurt me yet.
Basic equipment:
* Chinup bar above doorframe. I like the rogue jammer. You can still shut the door.
* Dip bar, for dips and rows
* Exercise bike, for sprints
Other exercises are pushups, planks, and bodyweight squats. I have a weight vest for when I need to add more to squats, but don’t need it yet. Am doing 50 squats, and they’re still hard just with bodyweight.
Also have a powerblock, but haven’t used it recently. However, it’s a great addition to a home gym, and would go well with a bench.
Cost of equipment I am using was $400 or less. Comparatively affordable, especially if it cuts a gym membership.
Time savings:
* No commute, changing
* No waiting for machines
* Can use rest breaks efficiently preparing food, a mindless task that doesn’t interfere
Will not go back to gym