New Year, New Gym: Get RX’d for the New Year
We are now halfway into the first month of the new year, and many people will experience one of two things: On one hand, they might not have a home gym and may be having a hard time getting started or staying consistent with their fitness goals. On the other hand, they have a home gym, are going strong, yet want to update or increase the challenge to be able to take it to the next level. Either way, no matter where you are on your journey, we are here to ensure you get expert guidance and support so you can make the right equipment choices based on your unique new year fitness goals. It’s never too late to start the year strong and Get RX’d!
Times are interesting, so if your new year's resolution was to build your own home gym, you are not alone! More and more people are deciding the best way for them to be efficient, stay consistent, and stay safe is to work out at home. Having the proper equipment can and will make all the difference. If you are unsure of where to start you have come to the right place.
When you are just getting started, especially if you are on a budget and or space conscious, you don't have to have an elaborate fully decked out garage gym. All you really need is to focus on creating a foundation. The most foundational pieces of a home gym are the squat rack, the barbell, and bumper plates. We are here to prescribe the perfect fit for your needs based on where you are in the process. The most important thing is to take action and just get started!
If you’re on a budget and also looking to save space, the Get RX'd Heavy Duty Squat Rack is a simple but very efficient rack. It has a UMHW liner, is heavy duty, and weighs a solid 110 LBS. It’s easily adjustable and can be used for bench presses. The uprights can be adjusted from 36" up to 66" to accommodate different heights and exercises. The Spotter arms can be lowered to 22".
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The WOD Bar 5.0 is leading the industry in being the best bang for your buck. It’s perfect for the everyday athlete who doesn't want to change out bars between lifting sessions or metcons. Olympic lifts, power pulls, and even shrugs can be performed using the same bar. The WOD Bar comes in both black zinc and hard chrome finishes. Zinc coating offers medium-high rust and scratch resistance and will most likely turn patina/gray over time. Although this affects aesthetics, this does not affect the barbell's performance and function. Each finish is available in men’s 20KG and women's 15KG.
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The Get RX'd Premium 2.0 Grade Bumpers were designed to be an industry leader in durability. You don't necessarily need a full set to get started, especially if you’re on a tight budget; simply add more weights to your gym as your gains grow!
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If you are an everyday athlete looking to take things to the next level, we offer the same expert guidance! It's quite common to own equipment yet still really want to add to your setup. We have many items that can help you do just that. The great thing is even if you have a foundation, you can always continue to build and add on. Here are some of our top picks for you:
Builder Series Rigs, Racks, & Accessories
Our Builder Series Racks and Rigs are customizable so you can always update by adding on or reconfiguring your equipment with attachments and accessories. With over 80 different attachments and a variety of options, you can continue to add functionality and create the perfect gym that is uniquely built for you. All the Get RX’d Builder attachments and accessories are compatible with other Builder series items such as the Builder Rigs and the Builder Racks. They’re all interchangeable, giving you endless options and allowing you to customize, configure, and always mix things up. Besides, adding new toys to your gym is always exciting!
The Builder Gunner Attachment is an excellent example. This attachment takes your Builder rig or Builder rack to the next level by making bilateral and unilateral exercises possible. Much like a bar holder, the attachment's arms insert into the rack at any height. The handles are secured by a 1" lock pin and are also adjustable along any height or four sides of the arms to accommodate different movements, such as bent-over rows and overhead presses. Each handle has a loadable length of 12" that fits all the weight you need to perform heavy and controlled exercises as well as lighter and explosive movements. Different grips are possible with the handles to effectively train specific target areas. Add bands to increase the resistance and maximize your training.
If you’re looking for a new challenge, consider venturing out and trying a specialty bar like the 72" Hex Bar! The 72" Hex Bar is designed to keep weight centered through the body's midline, allowing athletes to lift heavier than they would with a standard barbell. This is due to the high reduction of stress to the lower back. The Hex Bar features two different knurled grip points that add both convenience and variety to all users who are looking to work on form and grip strength. The Hex Bar is commonly used for deadlifts, power pulls, and shrugs.
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We all know doing cardio has a ton of benefits. The Xebex Air Rower 2.0 Smart Connect is a great addition if you love getting an effective cardio workout in a short amount of time. Some major benefits of cardio with a rower: full-body workout, low-impact for joints, increase endurance, improve bone health, heart and brain health, and more. If you've been thinking about adding cardio equipment to your gym this is your sign! The Xebex Air Rower Smart Connect features a heavy duty 95LB frame, 10 setting damper to control air resistance and flow, more comfortable seat, able to fold into less than 50% of its original footprint and roll into storage on 4 wheels. Smart Connect technology allows you to use a variety of compatible apps to keep track of your workouts via bluetooth.
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What better way to start the new year than with a new gym! Our mission is to help guide you, so if you need extra support we have a whole team ready and waiting to consult you! You can always email sales@getrxd.com to get expert product knowledge, ask general questions, or even if you need to get prescribed a total solution for all your gym equipment needs. Being in business for 30 years, we are proud to have the longest history in the industry and love to share our expertise with our loyal customers!
