Home Workout Essentials Under $200

A great workout doesn't require fancy equipment. Here's everything you need for an effective home gym. ## The Essential Equipment List ### 1. Resistance Bands Set ($20-30) Versatile for upper body, lower body, and stretching. ### 2. Adjustable Dumbbells ($50-80) Start with 5-25 lb range for presses, rows, and more. ### 3. Pull-Up Bar ($25-40) Doorframe mounted for pull-ups and hanging exercises. ### 4. Exercise Mat ($20-30) Essential for floor exercises and stretching. ### 5. Jump Rope ($10-15) Perfect for cardio warmups and HIIT. ### 6. Foam Roller ($20-30) Crucial for recovery and mobility work. ## Total Cost: Under $200! ## Sample Home Workout **Warm-up (5 min)** - Jump rope: 2 minutes - Arm circles and leg swings **Strength Circuit (30 min)** - Goblet Squats: 3x12 - Push-ups: 3x10-15 - Dumbbell Rows: 3x10 each - Band Pull-Aparts: 3x15 - Lunges: 3x10 each - Plank: 3x45 seconds **Cool-down (5 min)** - Foam rolling and static stretches