The 5 Must-Have Pieces of Fitness Equipment for Home Workouts

                The 5 Must-Have Pieces of Fitness Equipment for Home Workouts       

                                                           Yoga mat

Whether you’re moving through a yoga sequence or just stretching it out after a tough workout, a cushioned mat like the Sugarmat Dreamcatcher is a must.

Exercise bench

                          

Thirty years later and the Step High Step Aerobic Platform still reigns supreme. Here’s why: You can use it for cardio and explosive exercises, to advance moves or make them easier, or simply as a trusty bench.

Dumbbells

Thanks to an easy-adjust weight selection system, you can choose the perfect poundage—from 2.5 to 12.5—on the NordicTrack Select-a-Weight Adjustable Dumbbells.

Medicine ball

A simple all-around fitness tool, the 10-pound CAP Medicine Ball can be lifted, thrown, or slammed to beef up your strength and conditioning.

Treadmill

Cardio your thing? The XTERRA Fitness TR150 Folding Treadmill Black is a good bet: It rings in at an affordable price point, and can be folded up, making it perfect for a home gym.