Home Gym Guides
Expert advice, honest comparisons, and practical guides to help you build a better home gym.
New to home gym building?
Start with our complete beginner guide. Everything you need to know about building your first home gym on a budget.
Buying Guides
Best picks for specific needs and budgets
Best Home Gym Equipment UK 2026
PowerBlock Elite dumbbells (£450) + Mirafit bench (£150) = complete home gym. Compare 12 products from £80-£1000 with UK prices.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Adjustable Dumbbells UK 2026
PowerBlock Elite (£450) for speed, MuscleSquad (£200) for compact spaces, PROIRON (£80) for tight budgets. See which suits your training style.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Exercise Bikes UK 2026
JLL IC200 (£150) for budget, JLL IC300 (£250) for serious training. Peloton alternatives that save £1000+. UK prices and noise levels compared.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Rowing Machines UK 2026
Concept2 RowErg (£1000) is the gym standard. Dripex magnetic (£250) is flat-friendly quiet. Compare air, magnetic, and water rowers for UK homes.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Weight Benches UK 2026
Mirafit M150 (£150) is the UK favourite. Foldable option from £90, heavy-duty M460 at £280. Compare adjustable and flat benches for home gyms.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Kettlebells UK 2026
Amazon Basics (£30) for starters, Yes4All (£50) for serious training. Compare cast iron, competition, and adjustable kettlebells.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Power Racks UK 2026
Mirafit M1 (£150) handles 250kg with dip bars included. Compare power racks, squat racks, and stands for UK home gyms.
Read moreSetup Guides
Complete setups for different budgets and spaces
Home Gym on a Budget: Complete UK Guide
PROIRON dumbbells (£80) + Mirafit bench (£150) + pull-up bar (£90) = £320 complete setup. Month-by-month buying plan included.
Read moreSetup GuideHome Gym for Small Spaces: UK Apartment Guide
MuscleSquad dumbbells (£200) fit in 42cm. Add foldable bench (£90), resistance bands (£10). Complete flat-friendly setup under £350.
Read moreSetup GuideGarage Gym Setup: Complete UK Guide
Basic garage gym from £1,500. Rubber flooring (£100), power rack (£150), barbell set (£200), bench (£150). Full UK planning guide.
Read moreComparisons
Head-to-head comparisons of popular equipment
Kettlebell vs Dumbbell: Which is Better?
Dumbbells for muscle isolation and beginners. Kettlebells for explosive power and fat loss. Both together from £230. Full comparison.
Read moreComparisonHome Gym vs Gym Membership: UK Cost Analysis
Gym membership costs £576/year average. A £500 home gym pays for itself in 10 months. Full UK cost breakdown with hidden fees.
Read moreComparisonRowing Machine vs Exercise Bike: Which is Better?
Rowing works 86% of muscles. Bikes are quieter and compact. Concept2 (£1,000) vs JLL IC300 (£250). Full cardio comparison.
Read moreHow-To Guides
Training tips and equipment setup
Find Your Perfect Equipment
Browse our expert guides for racks, barbells, plates, benches, and more.
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