I Built my Dream Gym and Podcast Studio (See my Workout Setup)
04 Mar 2024 (8 months ago)
- Hybrid style athlete utilizing cardio and resistance training for well-roundedness and longevity.
- Incorporates gymnastics moves using rings for bodyweight training.
- Belt Squat is used to train legs without loading the spine, allowing for heavy weight while keeping the torso upright and decompressing the spine.
- Belt Squat allows modification of the training rig for various movements.
- Enables heavy leg training without spinal loading, adding decompression to the spine.
- Angles90 grips are used for pull-ups, allowing different rotations and grip variations.
- Particularly beneficial for individuals with shoulder impingement issues.
- A trap bar is a great choice for a home gym with limited equipment.
- It allows for deadlifting with a more upright posture, making it easier to engage the lats.
- It can also be used for squats.
- A Swiss bar is a versatile bar with multiple grip options.
- It can be used for shoulder presses, curls, and other exercises.
- A landmine attachment is a great piece of equipment for strength training.
- It allows for a variety of rotational movements in a safe manner.
- Plyo boxes are essential for a home gym.
- They can be used for step-ups, box jumps, and mobility training.
- Having multiple plyo boxes is important for group training or training with guests.
- The NordicTrack x32i treadmill is the top-rated treadmill, elliptical, and rower in a 2023 survey.
- The treadmill offers an iFit membership (separate purchase) for virtual runs in various locations worldwide.
- The treadmill's incline can reach up to 40%, aiding in zone training and aerobic capacity building.
- The smart adjust system automatically adjusts speed and incline based on the chosen workout or trainer.
- The active pulse feature measures heart rate and adjusts intensity to maintain the desired zone.
- NordicTrack's fitness equipment design emphasizes science, training zones, and high-intensity interval training.
- A YouTuber showcased the NordicTrack x32i treadmill as an excellent addition to their dream gym and podcast studio.
- The treadmill provides virtual scenic routes and adjustable incline for a realistic running experience.
- The bike also features a large screen for virtual rides and adjusts its incline to simulate real-world conditions.
- The YouTuber highlighted that this bike offers a more realistic training experience compared to other studio trainers.
- Has various benches for different purposes.
- Uses adjustable dumbbells to save space.
- Has sandbells that combine kettlebells and sandbags.
- Sandbells are a mix of kettlebells and sandbags.
- They can be adjusted up to 120 pounds.
- Uses a Pso-Rite to release the soaz muscle in the back.
- It is effective in releasing tension in the soaz muscle.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber (14m19s)
- Has a hyperbaric oxygen chamber for recovery.
- It has been beneficial for his wife's recovery from a brain injury.
Skier & Assault Bike (14m46s)
- Has a skier and an assault bike for CrossFit-style workouts.
- Concept2 rower allows for different rowing classes and coaches.
- Studio-style rowing and ocean rowing options provide variety.
- Smooth rowing motion and full-body workout.
- Fusion trainer is great for cardio and weight training.
- Simple cable machine for various exercises.
- Primarily used for functional CrossFit-style training.
- Useful for guests who prefer cable modifications.
- Smart cuffs for blood flow restriction (BFR) training.
- BFR training involves restricting venous return to induce an intense pump.
- Builds lactate, which signals adaptation and muscle growth.
- Effective for injury rehab and recovery days.
- Podcast room where notable guests have been interviewed.
- Dave Asey, Dr. Gabby Lion, Peter Attia, and others have been featured.
- Hybrid sled for pushing and mobility work.
- Yoga blocks for stretching and mobility exercises.
- Yoga blocks are more effective than bands, reverse hyperextensions, and other equipment for back rehabilitation and recovery.
- Larger yoga blocks allow for more depth and better shoulder blade retraction.
- Yoga blocks are an important piece of equipment for any home gym.
If You Had to Choose a Few Pieces for Home Gym (19m40s)
- Basic free weights, a trap bar, a land mine, a treadmill (NordicTrack x32i), a bike (NordicTrack s27i), a belt squat, and a plyo box are essential pieces of equipment for a home gym or small commercial gym.
- Kettlebells and dumbbells are more suitable for beginners than barbells.
- A barbell is only necessary if using a land mine.
- All of this equipment can be purchased on a budget.