Gear & Equipment
On this page you will find all of the Strength & Conditioning Equipment that we recommend for your home gym. Just about everything below you will find on Amazon with an affiliate link. We receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. We have used and tested all of the equipment below.
Click here for our Foam Roller & Self Massage Tool Recommendations
Power Blocks Adjustable Dumbbells 5 - 50 pound options - We have been using the power blocks since 2000 and still recommend them today. They take up very little room at just 2 dumbbells that convert into many. They are reasonably priced compared to other models and are much cheaper then buying individual dumbbells.
For Power Block DB’s up to 100lbs, check out their expendable version, click here.
Rep Pepin Adjustable Dumbbells - These premier adjustable dumbbells are heavier and more compact than most adjustable dumbbells on the market. An adjustable dumbbell that starts at 10lbs and can go up to 125lbs at only 18.3” long is pretty much unheard of. All steel, CNC-cut plates with a black powder coating allow the dumbbells to be incredibly compact, very accurate, and look and feel great. In addition, they’re extremely durable. Both the dumbbells and the cradles are constructed entirely of metal (with UHMW liners to prevent steel-on-steel contact) and have been extensively drop-tested from every angle. The steel cradles allow you to rerack the dumbbells without worrying about being overly gentle, as would be the case if the cradles were plastic.
Power Blocks 3 - 24 Pounds - A smaller version of the PowerBlock DB’s that takes place of 8 pairs of dumbbells. Comes as a pair.
Amazon Medicine Balls - Medicine balls are a great addition to your in-home gym and come in many varieties. MB's are an awesome way to train any area of your body while integrating the core (abdominal complex, hips, glutes, low back and along the spine) in a functional manner. Their grip is good and will hold up over time and you can add air to them to increase their bounce.
TRX Suspension Trainer - TRX Suspension Training is a highly portable performance training tool that leverages gravity and the user’s bodyweight to enable hundreds of exercises that can be instantly scaled for any user to reach any fitness or training goal. This is very easily adjustable and can hang from just about anything. It also packs up nicely so it is very easy to travel with. Purchase the TRX Mount to safely attach your TRX to a ceiling beam, click here.
TRX Resistance Assisted Bands - Available to order individually, in pairs, or as part of a full set. These are versatile, go-anywhere accessory for customized resistance training—from mobility work and pull-up assistance to banded squats and bench presses. Try Amazon Basics Monster Band as a lower cost option but still of good quality.
Rogue Urethane Dumbbells - Rogue Urethane Dumbbells are sold in pairs and available in 5LB increments up to 150LB. As an alternative to traditional rubberized bells, this design features solid steel heads with a durable, shock-absorbent urethane plating, fully over-molded to the center. The heads are welded to a 6” straight hardened chrome handle to create a solid, single-piece dumbbell that moves fluidly and compactly and won’t damage your flooring on a drop. Weight Increments: 5LB – 150LB
Each precision-machined handle on Rogue’s Urethane Dumbbells is the same 6” in length and includes a medium-grade knurling for a firm but comfortable grip. The handle diameter is 31mm for bells up to 45LB and 34mm for bells 50LB and up.
The dumbbell heads vary in diameter from 127mm (for 5-15LB sizes) up to 204mm for bells 130LB and up. Each is finished in a distinct black matte with bright, clear increment markings and the Rogue logo in grey print. The combination of the urethane plating and textured finish makes these dumbbells uniquely low-maintenance, looking like new even after long periods of use.
Another option would be the Titan Urethane Dumbbells, click here.
Power-Systems Versa Ball - You can purchase either a 55, 65 or 75cm stability ball and it depends on your height as to which one would be best. You can purchase all three for greater diversity and challenge. These are reliable, hold up well over time and keep their shape.
Ultimate Sandbag Power - A 10-40lb sandbag that comes with a durable outer shell with 7 handles, two 20 pound sand fillers so you can easily adjust the weight. The Power package is perfect for rotational training and complex movements as well as for young athletes and beginners.
Garage Fit Sandbag - A 25-75lb sandbag with 8 gripping handles and 2 filler bags to easily adjust weight.
THERABAND Resistance Bands Set, Professional Elastic Band For Upper & Lower Body Exercise, Strength Training without Weights, Physical Therapy and Rehab.
Rogue Loop Bands - Rogue Loop Bands are available in two sizes (9” and 12” length) and six different resistance levels, making them a great full-body training option for users of any size and experience level. Cost-effective and easy to use in a home gym / office.
The Pivot Pad effectively turns any squat rack into a variable-height hip thrust machine.
Commercial-level cable training at a fraction of the cost and space. ANCORE Pro was made for athletes, coaches, or facilities looking to take their training to a whole new level. Purchase on Amazon, click here. For more information, visit ancoretraining.com.
Airex Balance Pad Elite - These pads are great for adding instability to single leg exercises, allowing you to further strengthen your foot & ankle, along with the hip & core complex. This pad offers a non slip surface on both sides.
Mini Exercise Bands - Mini Bands are ideal for lateral movement exercises, hip and glute strengthening and activation. This Mini Band set offers 5 different levels of resistance.
First Place All Purpose Bands - We have used these for many years and always come back to them. They can be attached in a variety of ways and hold up well to high volume use. They are a bit longer then others so you need to have the room in your gym area to accommodate. They have travel versions that are about half the length, click here.
Aurorae Yoga Mat - These mats are 1/4" thick (72 x 24 inch) and holds up well over time. They are thicker then most mats but not to thick where you will loose the feel and connectedness to the ground. Originally priced at about $60, you can now buy them around $35 on Amazon, which makes them tough to beat.
Cap Coated Hex Dumbbell Weights - Priced right and with free shipping. These are single paired dumbbells. Their solid construction offers confidence when doing more aggressive movements such as cleans and snatches.
Rogue Kettlebells - These are great kettlebells that will last you a lifetime. They are made in America and are the best value out there. Rogue uses a proprietary casting process so each bell is a solid piece, creating a stronger, more reliable handle, with a clean finish making it better on your hands.
REP Fitness Kettlebells - Durable, reasonably priced, free shipping and well made. You can’t go wrong with these.
Titian Fitness Competition Kettlebells - We have always enjoyed working with the competition style KB’s. All of them are the same dimensions which helps with certain progressions and feel.
2 -10 lb Ankle Weight Pairs - Great for hip/core and strength & conditioning work.
A reasonably priced flat bench from Amazon Basics that holds up well to home gym use.
Titan Adjustable Bench - The Incline Weight Bench is constructed to set the back flat, at an incline, or positioned upright. The stable base will hold a weight capacity of 650-pounds and features several back and seat position adjustments to best accommodate your height and exercise preference.
Weighted Body Bars - From 5lbs to 30lbs. These bars are great to have on hand to assist in mobility work and for practicing movements and exercises.
Pull-up Bar for your Doorway - A great addition for your home gym. You can place this in most doorways and just leave it or take it down quickly. We leave one up at all times so we can do some pull-ups or hanging core raises throughout the day.
Assault Bike Classic - Assault Air Bike is a modernly designed take on a very old traditional air resistance bike. Fixing everything that was wrong and implementing new technology. Strengthening all pivot points and upgrading them with bearings instead of bushings to provide a powerfully smooth operation. Work out with no limits due to the unlimited resistance provided by air. Power your legs and arms faster or slower to determine your resistance. Monitor time, distance, calories, watts, RPMs, speed with the on board smart computer console.
Beaded Jump Rope - The Rogue Beaded Jump Rope is solid and beginner friendly rope. A beaded jump rope is a convenient tool for any gym to have as it provides an inexpensive option to warm up or train beginners to correct their form before moving on to faster speed ropes. The plastic beads make this the ideal weight for beginners to feel the timing of the rope as it spins which is an important first step in learning double-unders.
Speed Jump Rope - Premium grade, 360-degree ball bearings. Silicone, anti-slip grips. Smooth spinning, super fast rotation in your crossrope. Comes with a free carrying case.
A 15x12, 2.5 inch thick mat that is great for kneeling on.
Concept 2 Model D Rowing Machine - A great and effective way to get in a quick overall workout when you have limited time. Also can be added to any circuit for an added challenge and greater training response.
Spud Inc Magic Carpet Sleds - The Spud Inc. Magic Carpet Sled is a heavy-duty weight sled designed for maximum versatility and portability. At less than 4 pounds, it’s considerably lighter than a traditional metal dragging sled, but gives up nothing in weight capacity—able to take on more than 600 pounds in steel plates. Use the Magic Carpet Sled on grass, Astroturf, carpet, or in any gym or training space with rubber or tile flooring. If it’s a non-abrasive surface, you’re good to go.
When your weighted sled training is complete, simply roll up the Magic Carpet Sled and drop it back in your gym bag. For athletes at any level, this is a convenient, effective way to build the posterior chain and metabolic conditioning with one movement.
Titan Foam Plyo Boxes - Heights are 20" and 24" and weighs around 60lbs. This is a reasonably priced box and will be enough for most.
HGG Performance Landmine Clamp - Designed to secure to ANY flat surface up to 90mm, or any brand of rack, rig or cage in just seconds. The easy clamping mechanism means you can reposition to various heights for added training stimulation and variety.
Titan Fitness Ropes - Training with ropes is an intense conditioner for your aerobic and anaerobic systems. Its also a great way to enhance your grip strength as well as your functional and core strength. Click here to watch some movements performed with the ropes. There are many models to chose from. I personally like the feel of the manila ropes (viewed in the picture) but they are only for outside use because they do fray a lot.
Rogue Echo Dog Sled - The Echo Dog Sled adapts the push/pull versatility and quality steel construction of their standard Dog Sled into a more streamlined, budget-priced design. By cutting the base from a single 1/4” sheet of steel and reducing welds and scrap, we’ve built a maximum-efficiency weight sled that’s still equipped for intense, multi-surface training.
Concept 2 SKIERG- The Concept 2 SkiErg is an American-made, precision engineered Nordic skiing machine from the makers of the industry’s most trusted indoor rowers. Adapting key rowing machine elements like flywheel resistance and a state-of-the-art PM5 Performance Monitor, the SkiErg turns the athlete’s orientation vertical, simulating the movements of real cross-country skiing with both double-pole and classic alternating arm technique. These movements offer one of the most challenging strength and endurance tests available in a fitness machine, targeting the legs, arms, and core for a full body workout adaptable to any athlete’s size and skill level.
Customers can elect to order the Concept 2 SkiErg as a single wall-mounted unit or with the inclusion of a specially designed floor stand for easy set-up and portability in any training space.
Titan Fitness Soft Leather Medicine Balls - SMOOTH GRIP: Made of durable, highquality PU leather and PP cotton material, the Titan Wall Balls are soft and grippable. The exercise ball's large, ergonomic build makes it easy to throw, catch, and carry even when sweaty.
Multi Angle Slant Board for Lower Leg - This lower-leg stretching device is highly durable and stable. Features a quick adjust tongue-and-groove locking system at 10, 20, 30 and 40 degrees and a non-slip top and bottom surface.
CAP Barbell Olympic Bumper Plates - These are solid bumper plates that are perfect for your home gym. They are shipped with Amazon Prime so that is awesome.
Chrome Olympic Trap Bar - A high quality bar that is a staple for any home gym. We use this primarily for deadlifting and farmer carries.
Also check out Titan Fitness Trap Bars, click here.
Rogue Individual S-4 Squat Stand - The Rogue S-4 2.0 sets a new standard for independent squat stands, combining the strength and stability of two 7-gauge steel H-bases with the efficiency of a new bolt-together, triangle-plate design. Each unit includes a pair of 72" Infinity uprights with hole spacing in the Westside pattern through the bench zone—so users can specifically set up the included J-cups at 1” increments.
Indy squat racks are often preferred by Olympic lifters for their small footprint and low profile design. True to form, the new S-4 Stand takes up very little room on a platform (each base has just a 26" x 22" footprint) and can easily be moved by one person.
As another new edition with Version 2.0, the bases of the S-4 are now equipped with rubber feet to protect flooring and improve the unit’s overall stability. In the testing phase, the S-4 easily took on 500LB squats and 300+LB jerks with no issues.
An alternative to this would be the Titan Fitness T3 that you can find on Amazon, click here.
The Rogue Monster Lite Flat Foot Rack - This is one of our favorite stand alone racks for your home gym. It is a self standing rack and doesn’t need to be bolted to the floor. This can’t be purchased on Amazon but can be purchased directly from Rogue Fitness. If you do purchase a rack or rig from Rogue, they usually ship everything free, including barbells and plates so you can place one big order directly through them or just buy the rack and everything else through our affiliate links provided on this page.
An alternative would be the Titan Fitness T-3 Power rack. You can find this on Amazon, click here.
Lockjaw Olympic Barbell Collars - A solid 2inch collar to secure your plates to an olympic barbell or Trap Bar.
5 Foot Titan Barbell - This is a smaller bar but fits the same olympic plates that a standard bar uses. This is great for smaller spaces and to lessen the footprint while in use.
CAP Olympic Barbell - This 7 foot bar will be plenty for most people’s home gym. The spin is good for olympic lifts and will hold up well over time.
CAP Barbell Landmine - This is a great piece of training equipment that offers a variety of exercises and options. It offers a simple, portable solution for increasing an athlete’s overall explosiveness and range-of-motion. Suited for garage gyms. This freestanding version requires only a pair of stacked bumpers or 45LB metal plates for mounting-- meaning you won’t need an existing rig, rack, or squat stand to start an angled barbell training regimen. For a professional version of this, check out the Rogue Landmine option, click here.
Cable Pulley System - This pulley system can be easily connected to power racks, squat rack, pull-up bars, beams and any place where the strap can be installed. It provides a great versatility for your home gyms, garage, training studios, physical therapy centers and various workout environments.
ROGUE SML-2C SQUAT STAND - Now available in a wide spectrum of custom colors, the SML-2C Monster Lite Squat Stand delivers much of the strength and versatility of a power rack in an efficient, compact frame. Featuring 3x3" 11-gauge steel uprights, an adjustable fat/skinny pull-up bar, and 5/8" holes in the Westside spacing pattern, it’s an affordable hybrid of Rogue’s S-2 and Monster SM-2 squat stands.
The American-made SML-2C is equally equipped for squats, bench, pull-ups, clean pulls, floor press, and more, with a bolt-together, triangle-plate base designed for maximum stability. For these exclusive colorized racks, we’ve also introduced a new MG Satin Black finish on the base, along with black zinc hardware throughout.
Dynepic Spiral Rope - Dynamic coupled system featuring two spiral strength grips. Allows for a neutral grip and unrestricted natural movements. Universal grip design can be used in two orientations. Designed for a broad range of male and female hand sizes. Dynamic Coupling Adds a Bilateral Stability Control Training Element.
Black Diamond Nylon Runners (webbing) - This is a piece of rocking climbing gear that can be used to attach & hook up fitness equipment, such as the All Purpose Bands, TRX, etc. to trees, pillars, and so on.
Titan Fitness Landmine Rack Attachment - Compatible with all Titan racks but also many others so check the measurements to be sure it is compatible with your rack.
The TIB Bar Pro - This is used to strengthen the tibialis anterior, which is your first line of defense against knee pain. When the tibialis muscle is weak, undue force being generated through walking, running or jumping makes its way to the knee, causing knee pain and shin splints. If you walk, run, sprint, jump or want to maintain longevity in your leg muscles for the rest of your life, then this a great piece of equipment to add to your home gym. For a solid lower cost option, click here.
Cap 5lb Plates x2 - Small diameter plates for the Tib Bars, pulley systems, iron neck, etc.
Titan Adjustable Elevated Split Squat Machine - 4-inch thick foam pad roller. 12 adjustable settings in 1-inch increments. Rubber feet to prevent movement.
Yoga Cork Blocks - Cork yoga blocks are exceptionally firm and stable, comfortable, and durable making it the perfect tool.
Barbell Pad for Squats, Lunges & Hip Thrusts - Quick-Slip design for easy and fast installation on any barbell. Fits any bar without movement.
Power Block Compact Stand - A great little stand that can hold the power blocks that we recommend. You will need this unless you have something you can place the dumbbells on so you don't have to pick them up from the floor to use them. Its safer to be able to grab & return dumbbells from hip height.
Fitter First 20" Wobble Board - Great for balance training, rehabilitation and injury prevention.
Fat Gripz Extreme - The orange color / 2.75 inch diameter.
Original Fat Gripz - Blue color / 2.25 inch diameter.
Gibbons slacklines offers a fun way to enhance balance, core strength and function. You can set this up just about anywhere. Like anything, it will take practice & patience to be comfortable playing around on one of these.
High Density Half Foam Roller - This is a simple piece of equipment that is great for balance and mobility work.
Door Anchor for bands and tubing.
Titan Fitness Dumbbell Column Stand and Plate Tree, 260 LB Capacity, Organize Classic Dumbbells Power Block Dumbbells Loose Plates.
Iron Neck Alpha Plus - With 4 side clips and 2 hanging clips, the Alpha Neck Training Harness allows for linear training both side to side and up and down. Made from durable, high strength materials, the head harness can be used to perform traditional weighted neck exercises as well as rotational movements utilizing bands.
The Toe Spacer & Rock Mat - The Therapeutic Rock Mat stimulates over 200,000 foot nerve endings and increases proprioception. Firm foam applies pressure to specific parts of the sole of the foot and releases tension.
The Toe Spacer 2.0 is designed without the pinky strap to allow the fifth toe to freely move and encourage better range when pivoting.
Wearing Toe Spacers for as little as 10 minutes a day can help to improve foot mobility and repair damage from wearing narrow toe box shoes.
They also can help with plantar fasciitis, bunions, corns, hammertoes, blisters or overlapping toes.
Another option would be from CorrectToes.com.
Locking Carabiner - This goes hand in hand with the webbingso that you can safely attach things.
Yoga Strap - Use the strap to reach limbs more easily on challenging positions and to hold poses and stretches for longer - take your practice to the next level by using a yoga strap to deepen and extend stretches to gain more flexibility. Features an easy-release double ring metal cinch buckle that allows you to shorten the strap and to make a secure loop band that is secure and will not budge so that you can concentrate on your stretching without slipping.