There are several home gyms available for under $500. Home gyms that comprise nothing more elaborate than a set of resistance bands may be the most convenient for individuals on a budget and who may not have much space in the home. There are also stationary exercise machines on the market for less than $500.
Bodylastics Home Gym
The Bodylastics Home Gym begins at $45.95, according to the Bodylastics website as of May 2010, and features five quick change resistance bands, two handles, two ankle straps and a workout DVD. The resistance bands of the Bodylastics Home Gym feature color coding to differentiate among levels of tension. The functionality of the resistance bands, ankle straps, door anchor and handles make the gym easy to use for beginners, according to Trainer Secrets. You can fit all items that comprise the Bodylastics Home Gym into the 1-foot by 1-foot nylon bag included in the gym set. You can also order more resistance bands if necessary.
TRX System
The TRX System, or Total Resistance Exercise System, utilizes suspension training, which involves leveraging an individual's body weight to create resistance. The dynamics and range of motion of the TRX System allows users to perform multi-plane exercises with varying resistance. The TRX System weighs under 2 pounds and is compact enough for easy storage and movement, according to Trainer Secrets. The suspension cord can attach to a sturdy stationary element such as a door frame in the house, to a weight rack or to a beam. The TRX System is ideal for various exercises involving strength training, stretching and Pilates and is available for $189.95 as of May 2010, according to Fitness Anywhere.
DynaGym Total Body Home Gym
The DynaGym Total Body Home Gym is a stationary exercise machine for performing body weight resistance exercises. The machine features a bench bar, foot plate, two handles, a leg strap, a power bar for adding extra weight and a glide board with high density foam padding. The gym set includes workout charts, a workout video and 14 training programs. The machine weighs 85 pounds and its dimensions are 88 inches long by 35 inches wide by 44 inches high, according to Home Gym Review. You can fold the DynaGym Total Body Home Gym for easy storage. When folded, its dimensions are 45 inches long by 35 inches wide by 12 inches high. There is no back support on the DynaGym Total Body Home Gym for exercises that require a sitting position, no head support for exercises that require a prone position, and it may be too short for individuals taller than about 5'10", according to Home Gym Review. The DynaGym Total Body Home Gym is available for $399.96 as of May 2010, according to Home Gym Review.
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