Our benches have legs that fold under, so they can be high or low. I think this is what most studios have now, I’ve never been to one without this bench.
Reebok Professional Aerobic Deck - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYFX9WX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UnElDbQMBXH88
It takes some fortitude to roll your own workouts at the house, but for a woman you can probably buy a starter set of dumb bells, a med ball, and some resistance bands for the cost of a month membership.
If your studio is closed another month, a bench is currently about the cost of a month of premiere membership:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYFX9WX?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title
My studio was closed for about three months and rolling those costs into equipment, I have most of what I need to emulate workouts by now (except a treadmill or a rower). The bonus part is that when you are rolling your own workout, you are allowed to never pick pistol squats.
If you were like me, you never thought you could do the things you wound up doing in the studio. Well, this is just one more of those, you can get your sweat on.
I got this one from Amazon, it is just like the ones at OTF and I love having it at home. I can repeat the body weight exercises and have been using it to do step downs which has really helped my knees.
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https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LYFX9WX/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
DEAD
Usually $90 at Walmart, so not the best price. But if you need something sooner, this bench has received decent reviews in past threads ex https://www.reddit.com/r/homegym/comments/a6s1h6/anyone_have_experience_with_fitness_reality_1000/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf
Fitness Reality 1000 Super Max Weight Bench with Upgraded Wider Backrest/Seat (2019 Version), 800 lb (2804) https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01CR4XFIK/
That patent pending gapless feature is suspicously like my benches patent pending gapless feature. My bench which is already on the market.
Imitation is the sincerest form of... I'm gonna cut a !@#$*. ROFL!
Lol, it was 20 years ago and it was basically 3 pieces of wood my dad nailed together and threw an ancient puke green rug on top of. It's a miracle it didn't collapse and kill me, but it was really comfortable.
Search "flat bench" on Amazon and then spend some time filtering out the ones that are only rated to 300 lbs. This $85 bench for 600lb-rated example would be a good candidate, for example: https://www.amazon.com/adidas-Performance-Flat-Training-Bench/dp/B00WHIG6X8/ref=sr_1_5?s=exercise-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1466615649&sr=1-5&keywords=flat+bench
It does not come with a barbell, it comes with a chin up bar that mounts to the top. Still a great price IMO for beginners, I've heard nothing but good things about this company.
I have a small cheap setup currently with a shitty benching rack with the built in bench. I want this rack so I can squat without almost dying.
For a bench if you're just doing something like normal stronglifts with normal flat bench go with: a Marcy Flat Utility Weight Bench, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G44X9D6/ref=cm_sw_r_api_iFzLxb10MB8ZR. Really cheap and well built.
When you start getting into the adjustable type of bench, that's when it becomes bitch. The prices shoot up. For adjustable I'd go with this guy: adidas Utility Bench https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0184R8VD8/ref=cm_sw_r_api_jJzLxbXTAEZPS. Cheap and not too badly built, it's only weighted to 300 pounds so it's obviously not gonna work for long (if you're getting strong and bigger ;)) it's pretty stupid that it has a leg attachment but you can most likely get away with just skipping it's installation.
For a bar, you want Olympic. Look on Amazon, CAP makes cheap stuff that will work until you get big enough to go model and make money.
The titan bench is the same design as the bench sold at Dicks Sporting and if you search Amazon, CAP re-branded it as well if you want reviews, I personally have never used them: https://www.amazon.com/CAP-Barbell-Deluxe-Utility-Weight/dp/B00HGCJZEC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494288540&sr=8-1&keywords=cap+adjustable+weight+bench
food for thought, I use this cheap Amazon Basics bench and keep it in the shed with the barbell. It doesn't take up too much space and is super lightweight so you can move it in and out pretty easily.
anyone have any recommendations on adjustable benches right now? it's hard to tell what is the best one under 200
I've look at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DNYSJ8W/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2HKE9FMRX8ZH4&psc=1 any advice?
This is the one I have! I was super lucky to get it on Amazon for CAD$160 a couple months ago. It's lower and not as comfortable as a regular gym bench, but it works great for my home gym.
I have a Flybird bench I got it on amazon a few years ago. It's nothing fancy but fulfills all of my needs and the price is good. I don't have the 2020 model so i can't speak of the quality of it, but the 2017/18 version is of high quality. (from what I can tell)
I bet it's this one: https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Health-Fitness-Power-Squat/dp/B081S9FC5X/
I've been looking at home gym equipment for years at this point, if you have question, let me know. I also own some, but I'm still constantly looking at what's out there, it's a never ending rabbit hole.
I figured out how to do this if you don't mind sharing. I found the bar on this rack is high enough. I mean it could stand to be an inch or two higher, but it's good enough. Then get one of these which will allow you to lower your "assistance" as you progress. I did this for a few months and can do unassisted pull up on this rack now.
If you want cheap (and this is cheap, and not very comfortable) I got one of these early in pandemic, Low capacity
Go buy a fly bird bench, this one is foldable. I keep it even though I have another with my cable machine:
FLYBIRD Adjustable Bench,Utility Weight Bench for Full Body Workout- Multi-Purpose Foldable incline/decline Bench https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07HNLBZ4Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0X8E6JY4Q2HFHQFW67ZW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
You are off to a great start. Down the line you may want to call those bicep curls and tricep extensions more than an accessory movement. I do about 150 reps for triceps when pairing with over 150 reps of chest. 3 variations of tricep/chest movements. (Incline/tricep kickbacks, flat bench/tricep overhead ext, decline bench or flys/lateral tricep ext).
Same for back/bicep day. I mix abs on on leg day.
Good luck!
>Flyboard folding bench
This one? https://www.amazon.com/FLYBIRD-Adjustable-Workout-Multi-Purpose-Foldable/dp/B07DNYSJ8W
Looks great, and seems to fold up pretty nicely!
Flybird adjustable bench, used about 6 months, decided to go in a different direction, small tear in seat, $100 OBO [Amazon link](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DNYSJ8W/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE Black 64GB - New in box, $350, OBO
Lego(all sealed)
10211 Grand Emporium $390
10232 Palace Cinema $360
10218 Petshop $290
79014 Dol Guldur Battle $130
70735 Ronin REX $607
5059 Sandcrawler $540
76043 Avengers Quinjet City Chase $145
75025 Jedi Defender-Class cruiser $250
I'm also looking for the Lego 1989 Batmobile and would be willing to consider lego/lego trades.
Nice, I’m already looking forward to the next program I do as well.
SuperMax Adjustable Weight Bench for Incline Decline Workouts, 800 lbs Weight Capacity by Fitness Reality, Full Body, Foldable Exercise Equipment for Weightlifting, Compact for Home Gym Use https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CR4XFIK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YWRNPZT1TD23P49AQY67
There’s my bench, it’s nothing fancy for sure, but it works.
I had dumbells already so I bought a Jay flex bar to for $139 and used reebok bench for my set up. The Jay flex bar isn't the fastest way to switch weights but it's a lot cheaper than buying a set. Just wanted to be honest with you.
Reebok Deck https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYFX9WX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_X38XM8XTH9DDQQCF86XV?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Flybird adjustable bench, used about 6 months, decided to go in a different direction, small tear in seat, $100 OBO [Amazon link](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DNYSJ8W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE Black 64GB - New in box, $350, OBO
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Lego(all sealed)
10211 Grand Emporium $390
10232 Palace Cinema $360
10218 Petshop $290
79014 Dol Guldur Battle $130
70735 Ronin REX $60
75059 Sandcrawler $540
76043 Avengers Quinjet City Chase $145
75025 Jedi Defender-Class cruiser $250
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I'm also looking for the Lego 1989 Batmobile and would be willing to consider lego/lego trades.
This is what they have at OTF -- it's what I would buy since I know how many ways you can use it.
I had this folding bench for a few years, including when I had a small apartment. No complaints! The only reason I'm not using it now is I live in a space where I can have a garage gym so I upgraded.
Flybird adjustable bench. 162$, great quality, and it folds up pretty small so you can create extra space when you need it.
I've had one for years and it's great.
FLYBIRD Weight Bench, Adjustable Strength Training Bench for Full Body Workout with Fast Folding-New Version https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DNYSJ8W/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_DNPDB723B8Y7D8X53H88
Adidas flat bench $20, used, decent condition, no tears.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE Black 64GB - New in box, $360, OBO
Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB Unlocked - Great condition - $140
Nintendo Switch Ring Fitness - Used a couple times, like new condition - $40
Fitbit Versa - $40, comes with a couple bands, the OEM large silicone band was never used.
Alienware AW568 mechanical keyboard, Brown switches, $20
Lego(all sealed)
10211 Grand Emporium $390
10232 Palace Cinema $360
10218 Petshop $290
79014 Dol Guldur Battle $130
70735 Ronin REX $60
75059 Sandcrawler $540
76043 Avengers Quinjet City Chase $145
75025 Jedi Defender-Class cruiser $250
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Also, strange request, but if anyone has 1 or 2 pieces of Rockwool R-15 Batting that would be great. I don't want to buy a 12pack just only use a couple to finish off my project.
if you can get a set of adjustable dumbbells, you're golden. I have a set that goes up to 90lb each. It was perfect for quarantine when I couldn't do anything else. If you can fit it a collapsing bench definitely helps
Flybird adjustable bench, used about 6 months, decided to go in a different direction, small tear in seat, $110 OBO Amazon link
Adidas flat bench $30, used, decent condition, no tears. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WHIG6X8/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_S7XMTWD73TPVTEB034JF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE Black 64GB - New in box, $370, OBO
Canon t2i digital camera with a Tamron 17-50 f2.8 lfor. - $230
Canon 18-55mm 3.5-5.6 is lens - $35
Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB Unlocked - Great condition - $140
Nintendo Switch Ring Fitness - Used a couple times, like new condition - $45
Fitbit Versa - $40, comes with a couple bands, the OEM large silicone band was never used.
Alienware AW568 mechanical keyboard, Brown switches, $20
Lego(all sealed)
10211 Grand Emporium $390
10232 Palace Cinema $360
10218 Petshop $290
79014 Dol Guldur Battle $130
70735 Ronin REX $60
75059 Sandcrawler $540
76043 Avengers Quinjet City Chase $145
75025 Jedi Defender-Class cruiser $250