Best Compact Exercise Equipment 2023
A new year is a great time to make a resolution to take your workouts up a notch. But if you don’t have the space in your home or apartment for a full-fledged gym, there are still ways to get your body moving. From functional trainers to rowers, these pieces of smart home equipment offer a variety of workout options that can fit on your living room floor or even in a closet.
The NordicTrack PR-5000 is one of the most complete cardio exercise bikes on this list, offering a wide array of built-in features that will make your home workouts more effective. For example, it has comfort features like Reflex cushioning and Bluetooth connectivity for your headphones. It’s also compatible with dozens of attachments from other major equipment brands to help you customize your setup and target specific muscle groups.
This functional trainer from REP takes the “home gym in a mirror” concept to the next level, letting you choose between 15 cable positions and dual 180-pound weight stacks (360 pounds total). It’s pretty short, so taller lifters may need to bend their legs during pull-ups, but it’s otherwise a solid choice for home lifting and core training.
If you prefer a full-body workout, the Force USA G20 is an excellent option. It’s compact enough to tuck into a corner and offers a variety of tried-and-true exercises, including leg extensions, flyes, curls, and rows. You can even perform barbell movements like Pendlay rows. It also comes with 280 pounds of resistance, which is likely more than most people will ever need.
Rowing machines are an overlooked piece of fitness equipment that can provide a comprehensive, low-impact cardio and upper body workout. The NordicTrack Commercial Studio Cycle has all the bells and whistles of a premium model, including iFit Live classes and personalized coaching. Plus, it can support your Strava workouts to keep track of your progress.
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