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Everything you need to get your home gym in shape
Exercising in your own abode means you can create an environment that is perfect for your style of workout. All you need is the ideal equipment to motivate you…
Whether you’re a cardio fanatic wanting to improve your personal best, a low-impact devotee who swears by slower-paced routines or a strength trainer looking to pump, bulk and lift, there’s something for everyone in our fitness picks for the home.
‘Dance Out’ yoga mat, Hercule Studio
French wellness brand Hercules Studio is no stranger to the power of a good collaboration. Having previously partnered with design studio Uchronia, it has now called on the expertise of fellow French designer Leslie David to create a pair of yoga mats. Inspired by the mystical energy of Ibiza, they will add a psychedelic touch to any studio. Downward dog at the ready! £150, uk.hercule-studio.com
Skipping rope, Poltrona Frau
Our favourite piece from leather specialist Giobagnara’s fitness collection for Poltrona Frau is this skipping rope. A far cry from the ropes you might remember from the school playground, this one is made with woven leather and walnut wood handles. Skipping has never been more sophisticated. £672, poltronafrau.com
‘Pump’ exercise ball, Giorgio Armani
There’s a reason exercise balls have been used in gyms and fitness studios since the 1960s; they are great at building core strength and balance, and can be deflated and taken with you. Giorgio Armani’s is made in Italy from a durable eco-leather material, which keeps punctures at bay. £1,040, armani.com
‘Ottagono’ wellness gym by Giulia Foscari, UNA/UNLESS and Technogym for Cassina Custom Interiors
‘In times when spaces are increasingly fluid and multifunctional, opening Ottagono is like opening a room within a room,’ says the designer of this Tardis-like gym, Giulia Foscari. Featuring spots to store weights, resistance bands, a skipping rope and other equipment, it also houses a mirror and digital screen through which you can access Technogym’s virtual training plans. From £26,365, cassina.com
‘Original Bottle‘, Ocean Bottle
Keep hydrated as you sweat it out at home with Ocean Bottle’s newest addition to its popular ‘Original Bottle’ line. Now available in a deep maroon hue, the drinking vessel is made from 65 per cent recycled materials, making it a sustainable choice for any gym bunny. £40, oceanbottle.co
‘Kloster’ weights, Visionnaire
Longtime Visionnaire collaborator Alessandro La Spada used polished marble to create these unique weights, marrying elegant design with practicality. Each dumbell is kitted out with leather inserts, making lifting a breeze. From £5,353, visionnaire-home.com
‘Folding’ wall bar, Paragon Studio
If you only invest in one piece of fitness equipment, let it be the wall bar. One of, if not, the most versatile products you can have in your home, it can be used for weight training, suspension and even climbing. Plus, they are ideal for those with little floorspace. £4,076, paragonstudio.co.uk
‘Roma’ cable strength machine, Pent
Constructed from hardwearing stainless steel, natural leather and wood, ‘Roma’ is a strength machine to rival all strength machines. A selection of accessories and training essentials are artfully hidden behind mirrors and door panels, keeping your home gym clutter-free. £15,671, pentfitness.com
‘Ali’ punching bag, Giorgetti
Available in black, mud and ice white, this is perhaps the most stylish punching bag we’ve come across thanks to its slightly velvety finish and industrial metal chain suspension – all conceived by designer Giancarlo Bosio. From £9,596, tollgard.com
‘The Power Ball’ exercise ball, Bala
If you’re looking to add resistance to your workouts this year, let us introduce you to Bala’s weighted toning balls. Perfect to level up your Pilates, yoga or barre game, they come in a range of five colours including this saccharine pink. £19, shopbala.com
‘Nohrd’ indoor bike V2, Nohrd
Nohrd’s machines are known for combining German engineering with sleek, minimalist appearance and its new indoor bike is no exception. With its solid cherry wood frame, integrated monitor, adjustable handlebars and smartphone holder, this bike has all the hallmarks of a classic. £3,149, nohrd.com
‘Pilates Reformer’, Frame Fitness
Anyone who’s been to a reformer class knows they can be a costly affair. Florida-based brand Frame Fitness promises to save you money on expensive studio visits with its Pilates Reformer, a sleek machine with a dynamic touchscreen that allows you to join workout videos led by professionals. From £3,778, framefitness.com
Resistance bands, Onyx
No home gym is complete without a resistance band. These nifty elasticated circles can be used for a multitude of different exercises and are easy to carry with you while on the go. Onyx’s come with anti-slip silicone dots and come as a set with differing tensions, so you can target a range of muscle groups. £25 for three, onyx-fitness.com
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