Arnold Schwarzenegger shared different pieces of equipment to build the perfect home gym at an affordable cost.
Home gyms can be extremely beneficial for weightlifters because of convenience and the time it saves from actually going to the gym. It might also save money on a monthly membership but could be expensive initially when putting together the perfect home gym. Arnold Schwarzenegger took time in his newsletter to share how to build a home gym for just $1,000 or less.
We have seen plenty of insane home gyms from both celebrities and fitness stars. Of course, The Rock’s Iron Paradise sticks out as one of the most elaborate home gyms out there. Of course, there are different levels of gyms and Schwarzenegger picked out the best products on the affordable side for your gym.
“A couple of months ago, we showed you how to build a home gym with nothing more than a cold, hard Benjamin (that’s $100 for those wondering). This time, we’re spending a little more to help you achieve your goals and fill your home with everything you need for a fantastic pump.”
Arnold was given advice from Cooper Mitchell, the creator of Garage Gym Reviews, for advice on different pieces of equipment.
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s $1,000 Home Gym
There are four major necessities when building a home gym — barbells, weight plates, squat racks, and a weight bench.
It begins with a barbell and weight lates to put on the side. Whether it is a home gym or in public, these are the most important pieces of equipment to use to put on muscle.
“You can easily argue that no tool has made people stronger and fitter than the almighty barbell. It’s considered the king of strength training tools because it can be incrementally loaded to more weight than you’ll need to lift, is incredibly versatile, nearly indestructible, and quite affordable.”
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Moving onto the squat rack. Arnold Schwarzenegger shared that it is not completely required to lift but it is another versatile piece that provides safety on certain lifts. Many also come with a pull-up bar attached and this adds another dynamic to your workout.
“A squat rack is certainly not required to lift, but it’s helpful to do so safely and optimally. Although I love the squat racks with every attachment possible, they’re unnecessary.”
“With the above items, you could easily become the strongest person on your block.”
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