56 Best Home Gym Equipment 2023, According to a Fitness Director

WHETHER YOU’RE a dedicated weight lifter, a super intense CrossFit acolyte, or a chilled-out yogi, it pays to have a reliable setup to take on your favorite workouts at home. You might not have the square footage or budget to create a space that replicates your go-to health club or weight room space, but you can make a little bit of gear go a long way if you’re dedicated to the idea of getting your sweat on without walking out your front door.

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The most important thing to consider when you go about picking your gear is getting the best options for your space and interests. Why pick out a random piece of equipment you’d never use? Don’t be hoodwinked by special sales or flashy trends—opt for gear you’ve used before that you can see yourself turning to again and again. More importantly, only select stuff you already know you’ll be able to store. Unless you do have room for a full-on garage gym dedicated only to your fitness plan, you’re going to want to stow away your training space to transition back to general usage. (Here are 10 simple home gym hacks from Garage Gym Reviews expert Cooper Mitchell.)

From traditional heavy lifting (we love these 12 barbell sets and these 16 weight benches) to HIIT workouts (this 15-minute interval workout is sure to make you sweat) to full-on indoor cardio rigs (here are our picks for the best indoor rowing machines, as well as the best ellipticals), there’s something out there for every type of training imaginable. All you have to do is find the right stuff and make an investment in yourself—like this guy, who, at 63, changed up his workout and diet to get absolutely ripped. Ready to upgrade your home gym space? Here are 56 can’t-miss pieces, with picks that will work for just about every type of space and style of training. For an even deeper dive, check out our 2023 Men’s Health Home Gym Awards for some of the most highly-rated pieces.