Guide
What to Buy First When Building a Home Gym
Start small, build smart. The essential order of purchase.
1/26/2025•Editorial Team
Don't buy everything at once. Build your gym in layers, starting with the most versatile pieces that offer the best ROI for your body.
The Trinity: Floor, Weights, Bench
Start with matting, adjustable dumbbells, and a bench. This covers 80% of exercises. Only then look at large [Home](/home) machines.
Who This Is For
Beginners in January starting with an empty room and a limited budget.
Who This Is Not For
Experienced lifters upgrading an existing setup. If you need cardio, an [Exercise Bike](/exercise-bikes) might be your first pick instead.