Rain comments on Minimum viable workout routine - Less Wrong

12 Post author: RomeoStevens 21 June 2012 04:19AM

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Comment author: Rain 22 June 2012 12:37:34AM *  1 point [-]

I've recently been thinking about making a home gym. Would a barbell, bench, exercise mats, Starting Strength book, and rowing machine be appropriate for a 'good enough' setup? Or is this the type of stuff you can only do in a real gym?

Comment author: Brigid 23 June 2012 06:54:53AM 1 point [-]

I think that is a great setup for a home gym.

If you can afford it, I would also throw a kettlebell or some "under the door" pullup bars in there.

Or, on a separate note, a foam roller to help with muscle tightness and flexibility. I think its the best piece of athletic equipment I have ever bought. These are amazing and well worth it.

Comment author: RomeoStevens 22 June 2012 12:59:45AM 1 point [-]

you're going to want a separate bench and rack so you can remove the bench and use the rack for squats. I'd get one with safety bars.

a rowing machine isn't totally necessary, but they are awesome. One of the top reviewed items on all of amazon is a rowing machine.