How to Build a Low-Cost Home Gym

If you don't have time to visit your local health club, considering building your own low-cost home gym. The average person spends about $30 a month on a gym membership. However, you can create your own low-cost home gym for less than $200. In turn, you can enjoy the convenience of working out at home.

Instructions

1. Clear out an extra bedroom or make space in the garage. Rather than spend thousands of dollars constructing a bonus room, make use of your existing space. The corner of a home office, family room or the garage makes a perfect workout area.

2. Purchase a couple of free weights. If your goal is to strengthen and tone muscles, buy free weights, ankle weights or dumbbells. These items are relatively cheap and you can find them at local retail stores and fitness shops.

3. Get a DVD and a few workout videos. A home gym isn't complete without a television and DVD player. To save space, purchase hooks and mount the electronics to the wall. Stock your home gym with different workout videos--pilates, cardio and step aerobics.

4. Located a second-hand treadmill and workout bench. Treadmills provide the perfect workout. These machine are costly, so go to yard sales or browse classified ads for used equipment.

5. Wait for sales and get a great deal on workout equipment. In addition to videos and a treadmill, you'll need a stability ball, jump rope, workout mat and perhaps a heart monitor. Shop around and keep an open eye for sales and clearances.