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The exercise stepper, many times referred to as a fitness step, is one of the simplest pieces of cardio workout equipment. It’s essentially just a stable platform covered with non-slip material. You can make a robust DIY aerobic stepper quite easily. We’ll show you how to make a homemade exercise stepper that’s good for a…

One of our goals here at GymPerson.com is to show you how you can work out at home by making your own exercise equipment. There really is no need to buy any expensive machines in order to get fit. We’ve got nothing against buying equipment for your home gym, all we are saying is you don’t…

Dumbbells are very effective for working out, but they can get costly, especially if buying multiple sets. You can make your own weights for under $10 or even for free using stuff you already have at home. The best part is that these cheap homemade dumbbells are just as good as the ones you buy.…

Kettlebells are literally an all-in-one gym. It is very easy to make your own homemade DIY kettlebell in under 2 minutes. It is one of the smartest tools you can use to increase strength, improve cardiovascular fitness, and lose weight. More and more coaches and personal trainers advocate the use of kettlebells in workouts. Any…

Using a rowing machine is one of the best ways to do cardio. It has unique advantages over other cardio equipment. Until now, if you wanted to use a rower at home, you would have to spend quite a bit of money. Making your own rowing machine is easier than you think. We are going…

When you think about cable pulleys, the first two workouts that come to mind are triceps and back. However, there are so many more exercises you could do besides triceps pushdowns and working out your lats. The good news is that you can make your own cable pulley machine, and it’s quicker than you think.…

If you’re like me, then you probably like to try a variety of exercises. In fact, several studies and fitness experts say that when it comes to exercise, variety is often the key to sticking with a “get fit” plan and achieving the results you want. Sometimes dumbells or barbells simply won’t cut it, you…

In this article, we’re going to show you three different ways to build a DIY pull-up bar in your home. We’ll show you the exact steps needed to build a homemade pull-up, including all the tools you need to use. Some methods we show are quite easy, and we also included step by step videos…

Everybody’s into bodyweight training nowadays, and if you want to do an efficient body weight workout at home, you want to have a power tower or a dip station, which are staples for a home gym setup. I show how you can make a DIY dip station and a homemade power tower using galvanized pipes…

Parallettes is one of those pieces of exercise equipment that is so simple, yet so effective. Best of all, you don’t have to buy parallettes, you can make them. We’re going to show you two versions of DIY parallettes bars. Parallettes made from PVC and parallettes made from Metal. We’ll lay out all the tools…