Buy Fitness Equipment – Smarter Shopping

If you are looking to buy fitness equipment either online or in store there are a few things we think you should do prior to making your final decision.

Looking to hire fitness equipment or try before you buy?
We can understand your logic here however most hired exercise equipment is paid for many times over by the hirer and is designed with the delivery guys in mind rather than the home-user. It is designed to be easily relocated at the end of the term and is not designed to give maximum results. It is often very light so it can be moved easily from home to home and being lightly built doesn’t give the feel of a quality, solid piece of exercise equipment, therefore you won’t want to use it. To get the best value, buy fitness equipment – don’t hire.

Define your goals.
Knowing your goals will aid you in purchasing the right piece of fitness equipment. Be realistic while setting your goals. Don’t buy a piece of equipment for cardio like a treadmill, if your primary goal is to build muscle.

Space allocation
Consider the amount of room in your home that you can dedicate to your fitness needs. Fitness equipment varies greatly in size, ideally you should keep your exercise equipment inside where it is easily accessible. Training indoors protects you from the elements outside and affords you the luxury of extra safety, entertainment, and quality time with the family. If you have a spare room, consider a Home Fitness Studio where the whole family can train together to motivate one another and maximise your fitness results.
Beware of any piece of equipment that folds to fit in your cupboard or under your bed – these are designed that way for a reason… Before long, you will realise the results are limited and will need somewhere to stow it!

Budget considerations
If in the market to buy fitness equipment, think about how much you want to invest in your health and fitness. Also, think about whether you want to buy outright, or finance? You may be able to pay your equipment off over several years and upgrade after this period. You will often save money compared to gym memberships, especially if there is a few in the family using the equipment. Plus, the equipment will be yours to own in the end!

Create a realistic exercise plan
Having a realistic exercise plan ready for when you get your new exercise equipment is essential if you want to maximise your results. Know your goals and know how you are going to achieve them. Variation is key when it comes to maximizing results. Structure a plan to suit your needs and the needs of your family.

If you are looking to buy fitness equipment either online or in store there are a few things we think you should do prior to making your final decision.

Looking to hire fitness equipment or try before you buy?
We can understand your logic here however most hired exercise equipment is paid for many times over by the hirer and is designed with the delivery guys in mind rather than the home-user. It is designed to be easily relocated at the end of the term and is not designed to give maximum results. It is often very light so it can be moved easily from home to home and being lightly built doesn’t give the feel of a quality, solid piece of exercise equipment, therefore you won’t want to use it. To get the best value, buy fitness equipment – don’t hire.
Define your goals.

Knowing your goals will aid you in purchasing the right piece of fitness equipment. Be realistic while setting your goals. Don’t buy a piece of equipment for cardio like a treadmill, if your primary goal is to build muscle.

Space allocation
Consider the amount of room in your home that you can dedicate to your fitness needs. Fitness equipment varies greatly in size, ideally you should keep your exercise equipment inside where it is easily accessible. Training indoors protects you from the elements outside and affords you the luxury of extra safety, entertainment, and quality time with the family. If you have a spare room, consider a Home Fitness Studio where the whole family can train together to motivate one another and maximise your fitness results.

Beware of any piece of equipment that folds to fit in your cupboard or under your bed – these are designed that way for a reason… Before long, you will realise the results are limited and will need somewhere to stow it!

Budget considerations
If in the market to buy fitness equipment, think about how much you want to invest in your health and fitness. Also, think about whether you want to buy outright, or finance? You may be able to pay your equipment off over a number of years and upgrade after this period. You will often save money compared to gym memberships, especially if there is a few in the family using the equipment. Plus the equipment will be yours to own in the end!

Create a realistic exercise plan
Having a realistic exercise plan ready for when you get your new exercise equipment is essential if you want to maximise your results. Know your goals and know how you are going to achieve them. Variation is key when it comes to maximizing results. Structure a plan to suit your needs and the needs of your family.