Gary Brecka breaks down four essential home workout tools: resistance bands, exercise mats, weighted vests, and dumbbells. Each one is cheap, portable, and adds progressive challenge to bodyweight exercises without needing a full gym setup.
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You might have heard me use the phrase snack on exercise. And while equipment isn't required, there are tools that can help improve the overall quality of at home workouts. Here's a few simple options to consider. Resistance bands are incredibly versatile. Not only are they inexpensive and easy to store, but they allow you to add progressive resistance to pushing, pulling and lower body movements. And they're super portable. Yoga and exercise mats are another great addition. They can provide a safe, comfortable surface for mobility and stretching. For those looking to increase difficulty without adding excessive clutter, weighted vests can be a perfect choice. It's extremely easy to throw on a weighted vest, add it for your walk, and do bodyweight exercises like squats, lunges, and step ups. But if you want to challenge yourself even more, look into a pair of dumbbells that can further expand strength and conditioning options while still taking up minimal space.