VO3 cast iron kettlebell with coloured weight rings

Kettlebells vs Dumbbells: Which Should You Buy for Your Home Gym?

Kettlebells or dumbbells? Compare how they train your body, how much room they take and which suits your goals, then see options from Spartan Fitness.

— Taj Walia
VO3 FID5 adjustable bench for a beginner home gym

Best Home Gym Equipment for Beginners: What to Buy First

Starting a home gym? Here is what to buy first, what can wait, and how to build a simple setup for strength, cardio and recovery.

— Taj Walia
How to Build a Home Gym in a Small Space: A Condo and Apartment Guide

How to Build a Home Gym in a Small Space: A Condo and Apartment Guide

Plan a home gym for a condo or apartment: measure your space, check your building's rules, cut the noise and pick compact strength and cardio equipment.

— Taj Walia
The SFT5: Is This the Last Piece of Equipment You’ll Ever Buy?

The SFT5: Is This the Last Piece of Equipment You’ll Ever Buy?

The VO3 SFT5 combines a Smith machine, dual-stack functional trainer, pull-up station, landmine and squat rack in about 30 square feet. Here is who it suits and what to check first.

— Taj Walia
VO3 S100 spin bike with tablet holder

Exercise Bike vs Spin Bike vs Recumbent Bike: Which Is Right for You?

Upright, spin, recumbent or air bike? Compare comfort, intensity, space and features to choose the right exercise bike for your home.

— Taj Walia
How to Choose a Power Rack or Squat Rack for Your Home Gym

How to Choose a Power Rack or Squat Rack for Your Home Gym

Power rack, half rack or squat stand? Compare size, safety, steel, hole spacing and attachments to pick the right rack for your home gym.

— Taj Walia
A pair of black 12-sided VO3 dumbbells with chrome handles

Adjustable vs Fixed Dumbbells: Which Should You Buy?

Adjustable or fixed dumbbells? Compare space, cost, speed, durability and weight range to choose the right set for your home gym.

— Taj Walia
Interlocking black rubber gym flooring tiles with coloured flecks

The Best Home Gym Flooring: What to Buy and How Thick It Should Be

Compare rubber tiles and rolls, and find the right gym flooring thickness for cardio, dumbbells and heavy lifting.

— Taj Walia
VO3 Fitness folding treadmill in a dark studio

How to Choose a Treadmill for Your Home: A Buyer's Guide

What to look for in a home treadmill: motor power, deck size, incline, folding and warranty, with simple ranges for walkers and runners.

— Taj Walia
Why Gen Z Is Lifting, and How to Build a Strength Setup at Home

Why Gen Z Is Lifting, and How to Build a Strength Setup at Home

Strength training has become a core part of how Gen Z trains. Here is what the data says, why it is happening, and how to build a simple strength setup at home.

— Taj Walia
6 Reasons to Shop at a Specialty Fitness Store

6 Reasons to Shop at a Specialty Fitness Store

Whether you are a first-time buyer or adding on to your home gym, read these reasons why shopping at a fitness equipment specialty retailer is a great way to go about making your purchase.

1. You'll get personalized service, individualized equipment selection, and in-depth knowledge.

The staff at Precor Authorized Retailers are factory trained and experienced in matching your needs with the right fitness equipment. They are experts in how to use the equipment and they know how to get you started on a workout program, stay motivated, and prevent injuries.

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— Karen Somerville
Struggling to find the motivation to get your exercise in? 

Struggling to find the motivation to get your exercise in? 

Here are 11 of the most common workout excuses in the book, along with the solutions for overcoming them.

1. I just don't have the time.
We're all guilty saying this at some point or another, and understandably so. Between working long hours, taking care of your family, and maintaining a social life, it can be difficult to make time for fitness.

Solution: Perhaps the best way to combat the no-time excuse is to pencil some time into your schedule for working out. By blocking out an hour on your calendar for that spin class or peaceful jog by the river, you'll feel more accountable to actually do it. Remember, this doesn't have to be a daily thing. Work with what free time you can spare, even if it's just three times a week.

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— Karen Somerville