Let’s face it: running is an expensive sport. The cost of race entries, running shoes, sports bras and physical therapy sessions add up over time. Running is also time consuming and balancing training along with life’s other demands means making the most of each moment of the day.
One way to save both money and time is to do strength training at home. You don’t need a lot of expensive equipment to get started; you just need a few key pieces of equipment in the beginning. Over time, as you get stronger or get bored, you can add other pieces of equipment.
Of course, you can do body weight exercises at home at any time without equipment, but adding resistance other than body weight can help you get even stronger and can add freshness to a stale body weight strength training routine.
Ditching a gym membership played a crucial roll in my ability to find the time to strength train consistently while marathon training. Without a gym membership, I eliminate having to spend time going to and from the gym, thus making my workouts more efficient.
Here are three pieces of equipment to add to your home gym for under $60:
Mini resistance band (price range: $4.00 for individual bands or $10.00 for a multi pack ): This tiny torture device can elevate your glute work. Slide it around both legs and use it to add resistance while doing hip bridges, clamshells, squats and leg raises.
Set of light-weight dumbbells (price range: $8.00 – $30.00 per pair): One set of weights can go along way. For exercises that require heavier weights, perform uni-lateral exercises while holding both dumbbells in one hand. (I have these dumbbells)
Resistance band with handles (price range: $15.00 – $19.00): This is really a versatile piece of equipment that can be used primarily for upper body exercises. One band can provide enough resistance to strengthen both small muscles (think biceps) and larger muscles (think latissimus dorsi).
What is your favorite piece of equipment to use at home when strength training?
Resistance bands with the handles and doors strap attachments are a great thing to posses and easily transportable to do a workout just about anywhere!
I started working out at home and I loved your article! Seems very helpful and beginner friendly. I am working on getting stronger and I have been trying to fasten my metabolism and to fix my core. I’ve noticed that I’ve started sweating a lot more so I believe it is working.
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I do pull-ups, pushups, squats, planks, and treadmill has helped with weight loss and toning. Some of the ones shown in your post, I won’t be able to do, and that one levitation squat looks like would cause wear and tear on the knees. I try to avoid any exercises that do twisting like the burpee one you showed. can you do another one of these with some less advanced techniques?
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Hey Jess,
I’m seeing more runners interested in strength training, which is great. Resistance training is especially important as you get older for all sorts of reasons, including improved bone density, muscle mass and better use of insulin.
Dumbbells, mini bands or resistance bands are all great and affordable for anyone. ‘Bulking up’ shouldn’t be a worry either. Cheers
The fourth thing I’d like to add is comfty running shoes. Whether training at home or outdoors, footwear will play a big role on how long or how far you can go. Basic and comfty footwear can also improve posture while working out. So aside from accessories and equipment, don’t forget investing on good shoes. The way I see it, you are really using a nice one. 🙂
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I don’t consider myself a beginner. But I found a lot of interesting things in this article. I hadn’t paid attention to the Mini resistance band before. I’ll be sure to try it out in my training sessions.
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This was a very informational article/blog/post! Thanks for sharing. Something else that got recommended to me is Amplify Sports Equipment. It’s a brand specifically for athletes and they have great sports equipment for recovery and home workouts. Have a nice day!
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