10 Beginner-Friendly Fitness Essentials That Might Actually Help You Start Working Out
Never too late to begin.
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(SPOT.ph) In the beginning, as is always, it's best to take things slowly. "At your own pace," has become your mantra in life. And yes, this most definitely applies to exercising, too. No doubt it took a lot of conviction to put it down as your New Year's Resolution, and whether or not you actually pushed through with it—well, all we can say is that it's never too late. If you're ready to finally get a move on—and no, we don't mean from your past relationships, situation, or whatever that was (not an attack, we promise)—on your #FitnessGoals, whatever time of year it is, we're here to help you out. As a beginner, it's best to take things slow to properly ease your way into a new lifestyle so check out these 10 fitness essentials you can buy to help you do just that.
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Here's where to buy these 10 fitness equipment for beginners in Metro Manila:
Doorway Pull-Up Bar (P1,399) from Kemilng
Got a doorway? Check. Will to get some exercise done? Err, check. Finally going to actually go do some pull-ups? If that's another check for you, then check out this pull-up bar we found online. You can easily attach this newbie-friendly bar to your doorframe and it'll stay in place, guaranteed by the screw and lock it comes with. It can carry up to 100 kilograms. You can do more than just pull-ups with this bar, too, just adjust its height between the doorframe and try out other routines.
Available on Lazada and Shopee.
Hex Dumbbells in Strawberry (starts at P999) from Wander Gym
Who says you can't work out in style? These cute and pretty dumbbells might even encourage you to get a few more reps in. Ideally, beginners should start with lighter dumbbells—these babies range from three pounds (roughly 1.3 kilograms) up to 25 pounds (roughly 11.3 kgs). Pick a weight that is comfortable for you to work with. Feel strong and cute at the same time (not saying you aren't already). These won't even roll off the floor while you catch your breath courtesy of its hexagon, anti-roll design.
Available online.
Yoga Mat (P789) from Avinas
It won't be a comfortable workout if you don't have an exercise-slash-yoga mat underneath you. These soft, cushioned mats can save you from slipping on plain flooring and protect your back, hands, feet, hips, knees, et cetera if you're exercising or practicing yoga (nama-slay, girl). You don't want to hurt your joints—even more than intense routines could ever— in a bad way while doing so, wouldn't you?
Available on Lazada.
Kingsmith C2 Walking Pad (P32,000) from Xiaomi
Can't put off work but still want to do go on your hot girl walks? You can do both at the same time with this walking pad (or skip work and watch a movie while exercising instead, no judgment here). Oh, and did we mention that it's also foldable so you can save space and effort rolling it out and storing it under furniture—perfect for sneaking in a quick workout. You can even download an application to track the distance you've walked or the calories you've burned.
Available on Shopee.
Get Peachy Latex Bands (P488) from Manila Athletica
Want to t-werk on your booty? Make it easy with these beginner-friendly latex bands from Manila Athletica. Other than your precious glutes, these are also perfect for leg, arms, and shoulders workout. You can tone and strengthen your core muscles without the help of weights and improve balance and mobility. Not to mention that they're lightweight and easy to store, so you can carry them everywhere and anywhere.
Available online.
OG Jump Rope (P498) from Jump Manila
Most of us have played with jump ropes before. Some of us probably owned sparkling ones or even cool light-up ones that looked so pretty when being used with friends. They were always fun to play with, so why not relive that magic as adults? Even if we are using them now for exercising, it wouldn't hurt to have a jump rope in a cool bright hue. Make workouts more fun with this pretty-in-pink jump rope from Jump Manila. You can easily adjust the kink and tangle-free rope to your preferred length for comfort. If pink's not your thing, it's also available in eleven different colors.
Available on Lazada.
Sit Up Bar Stand Tool (P500) from Sky City
You can get a different kinds of workouts done with just this single compact equipment. You can easily stick this sit-up bar stand tool onto a smooth surface and it will help be a stable support and assist you as you do your sit-ups, push-ups, belly-lifting, and other muscle-toning exercises for how many reps you decide. It has soft and thick foam grips so you can feel comfortable as you do so, not to mention you can even adjust the height to your preference.
Available on Lazada.
12-in-1 Body Building Push Up Rack Board (P700)
Love push-ups? Add variety to your favorite routine with this color-coded board. Each color targets a specific muscle on your upper body that you can work on as you please (blue for the chest, red for the shoulders, yellow for the back, and green for the triceps). Plus, it's equipped with silicone non-slip handles for a firm grip as you go about your reps. You can totally get a full upper body workout with just one device.
Available on Shopee.
Iron Cast Kettlebell (starts at P1,650) from PlayHard
Just in case you're not a dumbbell kind of person but still want to strengthen your muscles using weights, then this cute kettlebell should do the trick. It can add variety to your workouts, as they're perfect for swings or cleans, and snatches should you feel like doing more. Unlike dumbbells, kettlebells, as their name suggests, have a bell-like shape with a curved handle. This specific item ranges from four to 32 kilograms.
Available online.
Weighted Bangle Wrist and Ankle Weights (P1,099) from Moov PH
These are not like your typical bangles or bracelets; these babies each weigh about a half-kilogram or one pound for that extra push you might need while doing basic exercises. You can slip them on for your daily workouts and tone your muscles by adding resistance (and with this specific product, add style, too), or you can even slip them on as you go about your day at home.
Available on Shopee.
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