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We all love going to the gym. Most of the workouts in Muscle & Fitness involve barbells and benches, and we offer no suggestions here to replace these tried-and-true staples of muscle building. But M&F recognizes the increase in popularity of home gym equipment; having the ability to get in a quick workout at home eliminates excuses like work schedules and weather.Just ask comedian and two-time M&F cover guy Joe Piscopo, who asked us what training equipment he should buy for his home. We outfitted him with the gear you see here. This training equipment will let you personalize your workouts and ensure that you never go a day without getting a pump.
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Use the Ultimate Sandbag Core Fitness System to do a huge variety of traditional lifts—its plethora of handles allows for anything you can think of—or to add a strength component to just about any cardio. Filler bags make it adjustable, and its military-grade, leak-proof shell means it can stand up to any amount of abuse.ultimatesandbagtraining.com
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Strengthen your core while getting a six-pack using this versatile training tool; your hands or feet strap in so you can do some seriously intense core workouts.gofit.net
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These iron kettlebells have rubber bottoms so you can rest them on any surface without worrying about damage. Swing, squat, or snatch away to build power and strength without risking a dent in your floor, then line them up in a corner. Collect a full set. gaiam.com
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If you’re going to break the bank on any single piece of equipment, do it on the StepMill 3, which will challenge you with some brutally tough cardio sessions—in 25 heart-pounding programs. Hold a pair of dumbbells for an added challenge.stairmaster.com
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Instead of closing your hand to build grip strength, with the Hand X Band, you do the opposite. Loop the thick, durable rubber loops around each finger, then fight the resistance to open your hand. Available in three resistance levels.handxband.com
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Relieve pain in trigger points, increase muscle flexibility, and recover from delayed-onset muscle soreness using this dense foam roller. A patterned texture gives you a targeted deep-tissue massage so you’re ready to lift anytime, anyplace.gofit.net
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The Gorilla Gym includes a sturdy pullup bar that comes with a suspension trainer designed to give you a functional full-body workout. Attach punching bags, ab straps, and a host of other devices.gorilla-gym.com
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These compact, space-saving dumbbells adjust from five to 60 pounds per hand (or 70 pounds, with an expansion kit). Made of urethane-coated steel, PowerBlocks are built to last and stand in for some gym workouts.powerblock.com
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Grip strength is essential in strength and conditioning, since a stronger grip will allow for more weight to be pulled. Work your way up the 11 resistance levels of these aircraft-grade aluminum grippers and watch your gym numbers go up.ironmind.com
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Use the straps and handles to improve balance and core stability while quickly increasing strength. With a weight limit of 300 pounds, this secure training product lets you perform various body-weight training exercises in your doorway.gofit.net
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Power Tubes are available in eight weight resistances, and Super Bands come in five ranges—including one with 150 pounds of resistance, to take body-weight workouts to the next level. Made of durable rubber, the tubes and bands can be used with handles, a door anchor, and ankle straps so superstrength training is just a snap away.Power Tubes, from $8.99
Super Bands, from $19.99
ankle strap, $6.99
door anchor, $4.99
Power handles, $10.99
gofit.net
We all love going to the gym. Most of the workouts in Muscle & Fitness involve barbells and benches, and we offer no suggestions here to replace these tried-and-true staples of muscle building. But M&F recognizes the increase in popularity of home gym equipment; having the ability to get in a quick workout at home eliminates excuses like work schedules and weather.
Just ask comedian and two-time M&F cover guy Joe Piscopo, who asked us what training equipment he should buy for his home. We outfitted him with the gear you see here. This training equipment will let you personalize your workouts and ensure that you never go a day without getting a pump.
Use the Ultimate Sandbag Core Fitness System to do a huge variety of traditional lifts—its plethora of handles allows for anything you can think of—or to add a strength component to just about any cardio. Filler bags make it adjustable, and its military-grade, leak-proof shell means it can stand up to any amount of abuse.
ultimatesandbagtraining.com
Strengthen your core while getting a six-pack using this versatile training tool; your hands or feet strap in so you can do some seriously intense core workouts.
gofit.net
These iron kettlebells have rubber bottoms so you can rest them on any surface without worrying about damage. Swing, squat, or snatch away to build power and strength without risking a dent in your floor, then line them up in a corner. Collect a full set. 
gaiam.com
If you’re going to break the bank on any single piece of equipment, do it on the StepMill 3, which will challenge you with some brutally tough cardio sessions—in 25 heart-pounding programs. Hold a pair of dumbbells for an added challenge.
stairmaster.com
Instead of closing your hand to build grip strength, with the Hand X Band, you do the opposite. Loop the thick, durable rubber loops around each finger, then fight the resistance to open your hand. Available in three resistance levels.
handxband.com
Relieve pain in trigger points, increase muscle flexibility, and recover from delayed-onset muscle soreness using this dense foam roller. A patterned texture gives you a targeted deep-tissue massage so you’re ready to lift anytime, anyplace.
gofit.net
The Gorilla Gym includes a sturdy pullup bar that comes with a suspension trainer designed to give you a functional full-body workout. Attach punching bags, ab straps, and a host of other devices.
gorilla-gym.com
These compact, space-saving dumbbells adjust from five to 60 pounds per hand (or 70 pounds, with an expansion kit). Made of urethane-coated steel, PowerBlocks are built to last and stand in for some gym workouts.
powerblock.com
Grip strength is essential in strength and conditioning, since a stronger grip will allow for more weight to be pulled. Work your way up the 11 resistance levels of these aircraft-grade aluminum grippers and watch your gym numbers go up.
ironmind.com
Use the straps and handles to improve balance and core stability while quickly increasing strength. With a weight limit of 300 pounds, this secure training product lets you perform various body-weight training exercises in your doorway.
gofit.net
Power Tubes are available in eight weight resistances, and Super Bands come in five ranges—including one with 150 pounds of resistance, to take body-weight workouts to the next level. Made of durable rubber, the tubes and bands can be used with handles, a door anchor, and ankle straps so superstrength training is just a snap away.
Power Tubes, from $8.99
Super Bands, from $19.99
ankle strap, $6.99
door anchor, $4.99
Power handles, $10.99
gofit.net
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