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Getting ready to set up and kit out your new home gym can be an incredibly exciting, challenging and hugely rewarding endeavour!

When faced with such a huge task it can feel overwhelming, often leading to the classic form of analysis paralysis where you end up stuck planning away for ages and ages without starting and never even get past the first few items such as Barbells and Dumbbells, never mind planning completion of your 'to-be' basement/backyard gym and future workouts!

Perhaps you find yourself here tasked with finding exercise equipment gifts for your fitness freak friends where all you have to go off is 'something cool for my new gym'!

Sound familiar!? Well, worry not! We've put together this awesome guide to get you going in the right direction with pointers to your best starting points when it comes figuring out exactly what equipment you need for your home gym, and the kinds of home gym exercise equipment that makes great gifts too!

​In no time at all you'll find plenty of products to suit your workout requirements, from the basic necessary equipment all home gyms need to function at their best, to all the wonderful home gym accessories and smaller items, now available with smart tech options and advances at accessible price ranges like never before!

So let's jump right on into figuring out what equipment we need for the perfect complete home gym keeping an eye out for some great gift options and ideas for your healthy friend's home gym along the way!

Home gym equipment, where to start? The lists seem to go on forever! Thankfully it really is a simple breakdown when it comes to thinking right when it comes to kitting out your home gym:

1. Larger, heavier, space-consuming exercise equipment stations
2. Mid-sized individual specific equipment pieces, and finally 
3. Smaller accessories, room set-up items, and cleaning/maintenance supplies.

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When you look at it in this way, everything tends to fall into place as you systematically work through each category to your own specific restrictions, typically primarily being space and budget, thus allowing for the most effective priority distribution as you work down to smaller equipment items that you'll be able to slot around the rest and/or find storage or temporary 'when in use' locations.

So top to bottom, let's see which exact home gym and exercise products we want for our gyms - looking out in particular for those which would make the best healthy home gym gifts for our loved ones!

​Larger gym equipment pieces, naturally, are going to be the biggest individual spends of your budget. These integral part of the home gym set-up typically include machinery that allows for large range of motion, typically integrating compound movement type workouts, as well as multi-purpose gym set-ups which, as the name suggests, perform various functions enabling a wide range of differing exercise regimes.

As the bulk of your workouts will make use of this kind of machinery, it is recommended to aim for at least two larger equipment stations to provide regime flexibility with plenty of alternatives available to prevent early plateaus!

Typical large home gym exercise equipment includes: Multi-Gym Stations, Squat Racks, Workout Benches, Treadmills, Exercise Bikes, Rowers, Cross-Trainers & Ellipticals.

CONGRATULATIONS! You are now well on your way to home gym completion! With the larger items already in place, this next bit gets even more exciting as we delve into the part where our skeleton gym takes on a life and personality of it's own with your unique choices of  medium-sized gym equipment in various color combinations and styles!​​
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Once you've established the general layout of your gym thanks to the dominating presence of the larger items you should start to be able to visualize your complete gym. Take full advantage of any and all fantastic opportunity spots opening up for a few well placed mid sized gym equipment pieces to complement your free weights and and you're well on your way!

Your typical medium-sized gym equipment can take on various forms but usually includes: Weight Plates, Dumbbells, Barbells, Kettlebells, Pull-Up Bars, AB Rollers, Weight Racks & Plate Storage Units
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If you've ticked off a few of the list above, then you are well on your way to a complete gym! At this stage even the amount you have would be enough to tide you over for a good long while! But, there's still yet more we could do to really drive this home gym into it's full potential.

So while we're here guiding you through how to set up your home gym with equipment pointers to some of the best places for you to start getting exactly what you want, lets take a look at some of the smaller items that can really finish off that perfect personal workout space.
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The smaller items don't really follow a category, strictly, like the two previous category examples. They are, however, an array of some great idea items to include in your home gym to really just bring it all together as a complete approach, not just for the gym itself, but for how you'll actually use it. Ranging from skipping ropes and clothing gear to flooring solutions and more.

The smaller gym equipment items for your home gym include but are not limited to: Workout Gloves, Skipping Ropes, Barbell Clips, Grips, Hand Strengtheners, and First Aid Kits. Other great considerations include Cleaning Supplies, Gym Mats and Flooring, as well as Workout Clothing, and Hydration Bottles.
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After you've made your way through this awesome guide you'll be well on your way to ultimate home gym completion. From the products you've encountered here you can begin your journey with confidence, knowing you have a fantastic and all encompassing framework within which to base your vision for your future gym's success.

If you can't wait to get stuck into even more products and idea's for home gym and exercise equipment in general then head over to our dedicated section in our gift guide >> Home Gym & Exercise Equipment << there you will find all these fantastic products, as well as plenty more for you to drool over!

Just remember to plan ahead and create a perfect blend of gym harmony between your desires, budget and space requirements!

But on top of it all, have fun! Think of all those endorphins while that sweat drips and know that it's all worth it.

Thanks for stopping by!
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To see the best results from any diet plan, you’ve got to know the “5 Diet Commandments”. These guidelines are essential for superior results. They will take you to the Promised Land, flowing with good health and energy.

Sadly, many dieters miss out on one or more of these rules, and it costs them their success.

So buckle up because here we go!

Of all the foods you might eat while on a fat loss diet, protein is probably the most important. Protein combats hunger, stabilizes blood glucose levels, and prevents lean muscle loss. The result is raised metabolism and accelerated fat loss.
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Don’t let your protein intake fall short. Aim to consume some in every meal and snack. For some unexpected sources of protein, consider quinoa, bulgur, avocado, and whole wheat bagels.

You may have heard that metabolism increases the more often you eat. That’s somewhat misleading. Actually, the boost you get from a meal is directly related to meal size — eating regularly does help keep hunger at bay.
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Feed your body frequently throughout the day to avoid food cravings and energy lows. Those who follow this guideline are more likely to stick to their diet or weight loss program.

When selecting your foods, remember processed foods are a sin. Eating fresh is a must. In our world, processed foods are around every corner, waiting to cause weight gain and thwart our efforts for a healthy life.

Eliminate processed food and give your diet a major boost. Focus on natural foods, like fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and oils, and lean proteins. This isn’t the Garden of Eden—reaching for the apple is the right choice.
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You could call this commandment the Golden Rule of dieting. If you make only one change to your diet plan, make this one.

One diet rule that you should abide by is to continually set short term goals. Think about your strategy in the here and now, not months ahead. If your goals can only be achieved far down the road, it becomes too easy to lose sight of them.
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You should also ensure that you put your goals in writing and tell a friend or family member about your intentions. The accountability will redouble your commitment.
Try thinking in two-week segments. Two weeks is generally the period necessary to form good habits, so it’s the perfect amount of time to build behaviors that stand the test of time.

This is precisely why The 2 Week Diet was created. It will help you stay motivated and consistent until good decisions become automatic. We'll be releasing more about this amazing weight loss program in the articles to come but for more information on achieving your goals throughout life in general you might be interested in our article: Tear Down These 3 "Success Floodgates" To Flood Your Life With Success!

Finally, stop comparing yourself to others. Realize this is your journey. Your body is unique and you won’t see the same results as everyone else, so don’t expect to.

Instead, start comparing yourself today to yourself from yesterday. That will give you everything you need to know. If you improve every day, or hold fast to your diet program, then you are already a success.
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Keep these diet commandments in mind. Focus on them and be confident you are on the track to building a truly righteous body!

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So you're starting to get serious about getting that juicer you've always talked about, huh? Time to kick the regime into gear and finally get on top of those nutritional habits to turn them into something wonderful!

So now begins the decision process! Now let's not kid ourselves a decision like buying a juicer is definitely going to require a little consideration, but where to start? Whether you are a complete newbie to the world of juicing or a hardened vegetation veteran this quick run down of things to consider when  buying a juicer will certainly help get you looking at and thinking about the right things for your (next) juicing machine.

We want to make sure you are as happy as possible whichever way you decide to go so you don't end up with the all too familiar situation of a shiny new piece of kit being banished to the back of the cupboard to gather dust!

Coming in first on our list of things to consider when buying a juicer has to be the primary intended use for your piece of machinery. It goes without saying that no matter what all the other factors may be you want your juicer to be able to do the things you were hoping to use it for!

Essentially this boils down to one question - what are you intending on using your machine for?

If the answer to this is for day to day on-the-go type juice-making of typically juicy fruits and vegetables then you'll most likely be looking for a Centrifugal Juicer. ​However, if you have in mind the idea of hard veggies, leafy greens such as kale, and wheatgrass, along with further use such as nut butter grinding and pasta extruding then you'll be needing a Masticating Juicer (also known as a Slow Juicer or Cold Press Juicer).

Definitely high on the list of considerations is how easy the juicer actually is to use. The biggest cause of juicers being relegated to the forsaken back of the cupboard isn't down to how well they perform, it's simply down to the machine being to cumbersome and difficult to use.

While a flashy big piece of kit with all of its many compartments and various accessories might seem like a step in the right direction to taking your juicing seriously, it might just do more harm than good. Are you realistically going to have the stamina to keep putting together the equivalent of a small car just to make that quick drink? Ok, perhaps we're taking it a little far with that example, granted, but the ease of assembly even before the ingredient preparation is certainly something that shouldn't be considered lightly.

Not only the assembly of your machine but the actual functionality itself is also crucial. If you have big plans for exquisite juices with subtle nuances of flavors then a simple 'on-off' button isn't going to cut it. Strike a nice balance between what you know you need and what you think you might want to try out once you are more familiar with your machine.

Of course, after the juicing is complete you'll need to clean your machine! Going hand in hand with the ease of assembly and operation is how easy is it to clean your machine. After all  is said and done everyone's favorite part cleaning up! - said no one, ever. No, this one's a biggie too. Obviously the more functions and jobs you do with your juicer the more compartments you will inevitably have but if you can do your best to minimize unnecessary additions in the washing up bowl, then why not.

Make sure the juicer you go for is easy to dismantle and has parts that make for easy washing. Most of the top juicing brands recognize this isn't the most glorious aspect of the job and do try to make our lives easier with the way they make their machines but only you know what you'll be happy putting up with having to clean at the end of the day!

Instead of looking at something you have to do, now let's look at what you get out of it - the juice yield!

One of the most overlooked aspects of buying a new juicer is the amount of juice you can actually extract from your raw material. In general across the best brands when it comes to juicy fruits and vegetables there really isn't that much in it but vary that slightly into the realms of soft fruits and vegetables, leafy greens and wheatgrass the difference in yield can result in significant increases in terms of both cost of ingredients and machine maintenance.

Centrifugal juicers are fine for firmer-fleshed fruits and vegetables but typically start to meet their match at soft fruits and vegetables due to the consistency created. They will also not be able to work with leafy greens, spelt and wheatgrass type ingredients - as such a masticating juicer would be required here.

In general masticating juicers are known to extract more juice from raw materials, leaving a drier remaining pulp once all material has been processed but this typically comes with a trade-off in terms of speed and ease of use.

A less 'functional' property to consider with your juicer. The overall amount of noise created for some might be enough to send them over the edge, you have been warned.

Imagine waking up in the morning knowing you will have to face that obnoxious piercing sound to bring you to your senses just to get a cool refreshing drink? Yeah, it's not pleasant. You just want to go about your business but the whole family has just been woken up along with the neighbors and don't get started on the cat down the street...

The noise level might be the least controllable feature but it shouldn't be overlooked. Generally speaking this is correlated with the price you'll spend. Cheaper range and low-budget juicers will make the most noise with noise decreasing as the price rises, reflecting the increased quality, precision and efficiency of the higher-end juicers. Slow, masticating juicers tend to have lower operating noise, too.

So how big is this thing actually going to be!? You'd be surprised at the number of people who buy a juicer and then realize all-too-late that the little bit of space they'd created on the side just isn't even enough for the veggies to sit. No, seriously these things need a bit of room. While they certainly aren't fridge/freezer/oven ballpark, they do need their space - not just for the actual piece of kit but space enough to be able to safely prepare your ingredients nearby too.

In terms of weight, remember these things are machines! They can easily weigh a few kilos and some. Not a big deal if they sit on the side all the time, but if you know you'll need to keep reaching down and picking it out of a cupboard everyday, perhaps you might go for something a little less weighty.

Strike a nice compromise between the space you have at your disposal, how portable you need it to be and the amount and types of ingredients you want to be able to put into your juicer at the same time.

No pre-purchase guide would be complete without mentioning the bottom line, and this is no different! Hopefully you realize at this stage that picking a juicer is more than just a 'check out the price tag on this' game. One person's perfect juicer might be a nightmare for someone else, so buying on price alone is a big no-no!

Once you have a decent idea about all the other considerations you'll probably find the juicers you shortlist are more or less in the same price range. There will of course be some variation and this is where you have a little wiggle room but exercise fair judgement, you don't want to potentially lose half the functionality to save 10% against the next choice up.

As a simple rule of thumb, never spend more than you are comfortable with. If it feels wrong, don't go with it - kick back and do more research! Figure out what you really do / don't need and go from there

If you're looking at the top-of-the range anyway then chances are your juicer comes with a long-life or lifetime warranty. It's always essential to make sure there is some kind of warranty in place to protect you against defects or in the unfortunate situation where something breaks.

Generally the cheaper brands offer shorter warranty periods, if at all, or offer replacements for specific parts so this is something to consider in terms of price, too.

There is nothing wrong with a cheaper, budget juicer by any means but be prepared to consider an upgrade if your juicing becomes a more serious endeavor. As an entry level juicer, budget and less known brands to tend to suffice for the vast majority of people's needs and serve as a stepping stone into the world of juicing.

You made it - congratulations! Now you can go about your juicer search knowing you have the most important bases covered. Be sure to refer to this list of considerations when it comes to seeking out your next juicer and you won't be disappointed! Sometimes it's the simplest things that get overlooked and usually price tends to dictate our every move - hopefully with this list we've shown you there's a lot more to it than the upfront outlay if you want to know you are getting the right machine for you.

Thanks for reading - if you would like to see the best juicers and best juicer brands on the market be sure to check out our Juicer Buying Guide for a rundown of the best juicers on the market and the best juicers by brand.