Official Home Gym Building Thread

Skidder · 6 Sep 2020 at 16:32

uncle_rufus said:
It's super pricey, but I might hold out and save up for this one:

https://www.bulldoggear.eu/collections/selectorised/products/zero-1-dual-adjustable-pulley

It barely takes up any space at all from the wall

Nice bit of kit but ouch!

LiE · 6 Sep 2020 at 16:43

I have this one, it’s very compact.

https://www.gorillasports.co.uk/wall-mounted-lat-station

uncle_rufus · 6 Sep 2020 at 19:09

LiE said:
I have this one, it’s very compact.

https://www.gorillasports.co.uk/wall-mounted-lat-station

That's my second choice... the things I dislike about it are:
* The faff of having to load it with plates versus a weight stack
* The fact that there are only 2 positions for the cable (low and high)

But given the extreme price difference perhaps I will change my mind in the end!

Skidder · 6 Sep 2020 at 19:32

That looks good. I'm faffing about with plates all the time anyway so that doesn't bother me.

Freefaller · 7 Sep 2020 at 07:57

uncle_rufus said:
That's my second choice... the things I dislike about it are:
* The faff of having to load it with plates versus a weight stack
* The fact that there are only 2 positions for the cable (low and high)

But given the extreme price difference perhaps I will change my mind in the end!

Loading with plates makes it much more versatile as you can micro load, but also when you outgrow the stack you can add some proper weights to it too.

I would personally always choose a plate loading system vs a fixed weight one.

LiE · 7 Sep 2020 at 08:12

Freefaller said:
Loading with plates makes it much more versatile as you can micro load, but also when you outgrow the stack you can add some proper weights to it too.

I would personally always choose a plate loading system vs a fixed weight one.

Agreed. The weights on a stack can’t be used on a barbell meaning you essentially pay a lot of money for some very restrictive weight.

Skidder · 7 Sep 2020 at 09:35

I'm considering making my own. There are some yoiutube videos of home made pulleys that look pretty good. The TV I put on the wall in my gym fell off and ripped my bench so DIY wise this could be a stretch.

GiraffePencils · 7 Sep 2020 at 09:57

Hey all,

I've currently got a gym setup in the spare room, basically a rack, bench and a heavy bag.
The room's a bit tight, a couple bumps to the wall mean's it's always in the back of my head and throws off heavy squats.
I was thinking of getting a 6ft bar, give me more room, but recently swaying to the idea of building a shed to workout in...
People who've done this before, could you give a ball park for costs?
Wouldn't be able to run power to it, just thinking a sheltered indoor space

CaptainRAVE · 7 Sep 2020 at 10:22

GiraffePencils said:
Hey all,

I've currently got a gym setup in the spare room, basically a rack, bench and a heavy bag.
The room's a bit tight, a couple bumps to the wall mean's it's always in the back of my head and throws off heavy squats.
I was thinking of getting a 6ft bar, give me more room, but recently swaying to the idea of building a shed to workout in...
People who've done this before, could you give a ball park for costs?
Wouldn't be able to run power to it, just thinking a sheltered indoor space

You can get some great rechargeable lights that partly solve the electricity problem.

Teeper · 15 Sep 2020 at 11:10

Does anyone have any experience with these benches?

Body-Solid Flat/Incline/Decline Utility Bench (RED):
https://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk/body-solid-flat-incline-decline-bench-red.html

Bodymax CF430+:
https://www.powerhouse-fitness.co.uk/bodymax-cf430-deluxe-utility-bench-2019-model

I am having a very hard time deciding between them. I am planning to use them with my power rack, both come with leg extensions too. I can't really afford anything much more expensive than those.

Any help appreciated!

Skidder · 15 Sep 2020 at 11:21

I have Bodymax CF430+

It's been great. No issues. Does what is says and robust. Couple of years in.

Teeper · 15 Sep 2020 at 11:27

Skidder said:
I have Bodymax CF430+

It's been great. No issues. Does what is says and robust. Couple of years in.

Hey. Is the backrest comfortable? Comparing those two benches in my last post, the Body-solid one looks very thick/durable.
Do you also have the leg extension, and how do you find it if so?

Cheers mate

Skidder · 15 Sep 2020 at 13:13

It is comfortable but I agree the other one looks thicker. There is no wear on mine and it is used a lot, albeit only by me. I did tear the leather(ette I guess) but that was when an old school 32 inch heavy TV fell off the wall onto it (DIY is not my strong suit). Certainly in normal use there is no wear on it. I do have the leg extension but haven't used that much. It certainly feels solid and doesn't move.

While I can't knock the one I have the reviews look great on the other one too.

Teeper · 15 Sep 2020 at 16:58

Thanks mate! Very helpful. I think I'll go with the Body Solid one after doing more research, for the build quality more than anything. I say either bench would be great though.

LiE · 21 Sep 2020 at 16:43

Spent today taking everything out of the log cabin and putting down some carpet tiles. Decided to re-arrange my equipment as well, it's snug but it does everything I need.

Rob Jarvis · 21 Sep 2020 at 16:47

Now that is a very nice home gym!

Skidder · 21 Sep 2020 at 17:13

It is so neat as well. Mine has great equipment but is a total mess. Why am I such a slovenly slob!

Tenzo · 22 Sep 2020 at 11:12

Where are people getting equipment these days?
Strength shop is slowly starting to get stock back but not entirely sure of other sites worth checking...

LiE · 22 Sep 2020 at 12:56

Origin Fitness
Bulldog Gear
Mirafit

Tenzo · 22 Sep 2020 at 13:23

LiE said:
Origin Fitness
Bulldog Gear
Mirafit

Thankyou Sir