Fitness Equipment
You don’t need any equipment to get started exercising. Using your own body weight is a great way to build fitness. Once you have a foundation of stability and strength, there are a few pieces of equipment that will take you a long way on the road to becoming “fit.” Listed below are several inexpensive pieces of equipment that won’t take up very much space in your home or office; however, they will increase your workout options tremendously.
Fitness Balls
Burst resistant, quality-tested to 600lbs. The fitness ball is perfect for any home weight or circut training program.
Suggested ball size based on height of person using the ball:
| below 4'8” | 45cm |
| 4'8” to 5'3” | 55cm |
| 5'3” to 6'0” | 65cm |
| over 6'0” or chair | 75cm |
Hand Pump
For inflating fitness balls and other small items.
Polar® USA Heart Rate Monitor F1
Tracks continuous heart rate and exercise time. Using a heart rate monitor during exercise is like having a personal trainer with you during each cardio workout. You receive instant feedback so you can adjust your workout intensity to the level that will achieve your desired results. The F1 model is 100% waterproof and ECG accurate.
Fitness Tubes
4 ft. long elastic tube with rotating handles. Provides resistance for a variety of exercises, especially when used with the Door Jam Attachment.
Door Jam Attachment
Provides portable anchor for fitness tube in doorways.
