If 2022 is the year that you’re planning to get fit, or finally score that dream bod, nothing beats having your very own home gym. It’s convenient, hygenic, and always there for you to let off steam — the healthy way!

It’s a brand new year, which means it’s also time for yet another round of new year resolutions and fitness goals. Signing up for a gym membership or a studio package can be a great way to force yourself to commit to those goals, but realistically, courses can get a little pricey — plus you’re always having to fight for slots. I did some quick math and found that an average gym membership would cost about S$80 per month. This amounts to about S$960 a year — so I took it upon myself to beat that price. After scouring the world of Taobao for the best deals, I found that you can build your own home gym for about S$530. This includes equipment that would probably last you a few years. Talk about a real steal! 

This home gym includes everything you might need for a regular cardio session, a yoga workout, or just some iron-pumping good fun. If you’re unsure where to start, we’ve got you covered. We’re starting with the staples and branching out to the cuter extra accessories. Here we go!

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Step One: Get A Mini Foldable Treadmill 

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Having a foldable treadmill at your disposal is a good way to burn off those calories at any time of the day, even in between meetings as you work from home… It’s foldable too, which means that it can be easily kept away if space is not a luxury you can afford. 

Features: The treadmill is about 18kg and can withstand up to 240kg. If you’re not comfortable with just walking or running without any support, you can opt for the option with handlebars too. 

Price: From ¥489.00 (~S$104.30) 

Reviews: 4.8 stars (491 reviews)

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Step Two: Weight Train With A Dips’ Station

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Work on that upper body strength with different body weight and circuit exercises on one machine. It can also withstand up to 1000kg and is completely adjustable to your preferred height. 

Features: It’s adjustable between 1.6m – 2.4m and occupies less than 1m2 of space. You can also choose to add on elements to the basic structure to suit your needs.

Price: From ¥259.00 (~S$55.30) 

Reviews: 4.8 stars (319 reviews)

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Step Three: Pull-Up Bar

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If you’re just looking for a way to work on your pull-ups and don’t need a whole dips station, you can also consider getting an adjustable door-frame pull-up bar. 

Features: Depending on the size of your doorframe, you can choose a bar between 60-100cm and 83-130cm. Both bars can take up to 760kg. 

Price: ¥29.00 (~S$6.20) 

Reviews: 4.8 stars (146803 reviews)

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Step Four: Weights + Weights Rack

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Dumbbells are definitely a must for strength training, and this all-in-one rack helps you keep things neat and tidy. Especially if you’re looking to buy a range of weights, getting this set would make more economical sense too. Of course, you can choose to get the weights without the rack if you know what you are looking for.

Features: The most affordable weights rack that comes with weights includes three pairs of weights at 2.5kg, 5kg and 7.5kg. You can also choose to get a larger rack with a wider range of weights.

Price: From ¥599.00 (~S$127.80) 

Reviews: 4.9 stars (1240 reviews)

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Step Five: Workout Bench For Your Weight Lifting

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Having a workout bench definitely comes in handy when it comes to strength training. It helps with your form and reduces the likelihood of injury. While it’s totally fine to work out without one, you might want to consider getting a bench especially if you’ve been lifting weights for quite a while.  

Features: It is easily adjustable to the different heights and positions for different exercises and can support up to 600kg in weight. It’s also easily collapsible if you don’t intend to make it a permanent fixture in your home gym!

Price: ¥398.00 (~S$84.90) 

Reviews: 4.5 stars (571 reviews)

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Step Six: Mix It Up With A Spin bike

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It’s time to take spin classes to a whole new level in the comfort of your home. Live your secret spin instructor dreams or take a leisure ride while enjoying a movie on your tablet to distract you from the pain peddling. 

Features: You can connect the bike to an app on your phone and track your speed, distance and heart rate. The bike weighs about 25kg and can withstand weights of up to 120g. We’ve got more spin bike options here.

Price: ¥599.00 (~S$127.80) 

Reviews: 4.7 stars (6353 reviews)

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Step Seven: Sound Proof Mats Are Vital For Deadlifts 

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Of course, with all the working out you’ll be doing, it’s important to spare a thought for your neighbours too. This soundproof mat will come in handy when you’re lifting weights, skipping rope, or doing your hundredth burpee. Plus it doubles as a great yoga mat for you to stretch it all out after you’re done with your workout!

Features: Coming in four different colours, the mats are also available in 6mm or 8mm in thickness, and in 185x61cm, 185x80cm and 185x90cm. 

Price: From ¥35.00 (~S$7.50) 

Reviews: 4.8 stars (14772 reviews)

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Step Eight: Stretch & Smooth It Out With Foam rollers 

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After all the exercises, you’re bound to feel sore or experience some tightness in your muscles. Getting a foam roller can help alleviate that tightness and reduce soreness so that you can be in tip-top shape. 

Features: The foam rollers come in two different colours, and there are also other options for other similar apparatus like a ball and a different kind of foam roller depending on your needs and what feels best for you. 

Price: ¥38.90 (~S$8.30) 

Reviews: 4.9 stars (125876 reviews)

Check it out here.

Keep Healthy And Fit In The Comfort Of Your Own Home Gym!

With your very own private home gym set-up, your days of crowding in smaller exercise corners perfumed with funk and inconsiderate machine-hoggers are over. Let this year be the year that you meet all your fitness goals in both comfort and style. Bring on 2022!

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