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Plan Your Gym

If you fail to plan…
You are planning to fail.
Learn from my mistakes and take a few minutes to plan before building or buying.
I wish I’d done that.

The 6 Most Versatile Pieces Of Home Gym Equipment

by Tim Steward, NCCPT
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When you are tight on both money and space, buying garage gym gear that’s versatile becomes extremely important. But what’s the most versatile?

Categories Equip Your Gym, Gym Build-Out, Plan Your Gym 12 Comments

9 Reasons You Should Have Your Treadmill and Other Cardio Gear Professionally Installed

by Tim Steward, NCCPT
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Treadmills are expensive enough without also having to pay for treadmill installation. But is it worth it anyway?

Categories Equip Your Gym, Cardio, Gym Build-Out, Maintain Your Gym, Plan Your Gym 5 Comments

5 Reasons Open Trap Bars Blow Away Conventional Models

by Tim Steward, NCCPT
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Open trap bars seem to be popping up everywhere. Why? What makes them better and worth a lot more money than conventional options?

Categories Equip Your Gym, Barbells, Plan Your Gym 6 Comments

Can You Install a Treadmill Outside?

by Tim Steward, NCCPT
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Training outdoors is amazing. The sun and fresh air add a whole new dimension. But is it safe to install your treadmill outside?

Categories Equip Your Gym, Cardio, Gym Build-Out, Plan Your Gym 6 Comments

Surge Protectors. Yes or No For Your Treadmill And Other Cardio Machines?

by Tim Steward, NCCPT
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Should you plug your treadmill, elliptical, or other cardio machines into the wall or a surge protector? And if a surge suppressor, what kind?

Categories Equip Your Gym, Cardio, Gym Build-Out, Maintain Your Gym 8 Comments

16 Reasons You Need A Sled In Your Garage Gym Today!

by Tim Steward, NCCPT
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Sleds are taking the fitness world by storm, and with good reason! In fact, here are 16 reasons you should add a sled to your garage gym today!

Categories Equip Your Gym, Conditioning, Guides, Gym Build-Out, Plan Your Gym, Train In Your Gym 18 Comments

Treadmill Buying Guide – What To Look For When Buying a Treadmill For Your Garage Gym

by Shayla Whitters
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It’s easy to spend a lot more money on a treadmill than you planned to. But you don’t have to if you know exactly what you do and don’t need.

Categories Equip Your Gym, Cardio, Guides, Plan Your Gym 9 Comments

8 Reasons a Manual Treadmill Might Be Perfect For You

by Tim Steward, NCCPT
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Manual treadmills are far less complex than their motorized counterparts and somehow much more expensive. Are they worth the price difference?

Categories Equip Your Gym, Cardio, Plan Your Gym

How Much Does the Right Home Gym Flooring Cost?

by Tim Steward, NCCPT
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Flooring is an often overlooked but essential part of building a home gym. It can cost more than you think, but it’s worth every penny!

Categories Plan Your Gym, Flooring, Gym Build-Out