Exercise Recommendations

Instead of wasting your money on gimmicks that won’t work, give these tried and tested products a try.

Throughout the years, I’ve tried hundreds of different fitness products on my keto journey. From gloves to barbells, I’ve narrowed down my absolute favorites that I’ve been using for over 6 months and love. I consider these some of the best workout equipment available and suited to the ketogenic diet and exercises. Some of these products have been by my side for well over 4 years, and I would never go a day without them.


Workout Shoes

NEW BALANCE WOMEN'S MINIMUS

LIGHT, SUPPORTING, AND COMFORTABLE

Some say that the shoe you wear has no impact on your performance when working out. That is simply far from the truth. With a great shoe, you get something that’s light, provides ankle support, and adequate arch support so you will notice a difference in your performance.

Aim for a light, snug fitting shoe that has great ankle and arch support and will also lay flat on the sole. New Balance offers this at an affordable price and I definitely recommend them.

NEW BALANCE MEN'S MINIMUS

VERY STURDY AND READY TO SUPPORT YOUR LIFTS

After using these shoes for the first time, knowing nothing about workout shoes, I started to see that what all the people were talking about.

Proper support is something we can never take for granted and these shoes will provide noticeably higher stability when doing squats, deadlifts, and standing presses.


Best Home Gym Equipment

BOWFLEX SELECTTECH ADJUSTABLE DUMBBELLS

SIMPLE TO USE, PERFECT TO PROGRESS

Not only do they look great, but they’re solid, well made, and very easy to use. Pins and other systems can get tedious to use to change out between weights, but with these dumbbells you can switch out in a snap, literally.

Adjustable dumbbells are fantastic for home gyms, and if you’re in the process of building one, these are a product you won’t regret buying.

IRON GYM UPPER BODY WORKOUT BAR

STURDY, CHEAP, AND RELIABLE

Pull-ups are a necessity in a proper bodyweight training routine, and this bar will be the perfect addition to your home gym.

Being able to hang over any doorway, with stability, is a cheap, easy, and quick way to get your pull-ups done without taking up the space of an entire rack.

CAP BARBELL KETTLEBELL

SOLID AND REALLY AFFORDABLE

Kettlebells are a great, easy, and cheap investment to make when you’re assembling a home gym. They can be used for a wide range of body exercises and are really sturdy to work with.

They’re cheap, durable, and usually have a nice sized grip so you can get power into your lifts.

BODY SOLID FOLDING ADJUSTABLE BENCH

COMMERCIAL QUALITY, WITH A GREAT PRICETAG

I’m not a fan of the rickety and rockety benches that people make out of chairs and old bed frames. It’s best that you invest in a proper bench so that you have stability and support when you’re exercising.

From a safety standpoint, you don’t want to be hurting yourself if you have no spotter, and spending the extra money to complete your home gym will be an easy decision to make with this sturdy bench.

RUBBER GRIP OLYMPIC WEIGHT SET

PERFECT TO GAIN MASS IN A HOME GYM

Body Solid has been making some quality workout equipment for a long time, and this is no exception.

It’s high quality and it’s at a great price, plus it’s got rubber plates. No more scratching up the floors, or worrying too much about dropping them, you just can’t beat this one.

CAP BARBELL 6 PIECE PUZZLE MAT

STURDY, DURABLE, AND STYLISH

If you’ve made a home gym and have any heavy equipment, I highly recommend getting a mat that will protect your floor from wear and tear.

This mat has interlocking, high-density foam that are high quality and will do a great job at holding your equipment in place. They’re sold in packs of 6 and cover up to 24 square feet.


Recommended Workout Gear

POLAR FT4 HEART RATE MONITOR

LIGHT, AFFORDABLE, AND ACCURATE

There’s tons of low quality, inaccurate heart rate monitors out there, but they never give consistent readings.

It’s better to spend a little extra money here so you know exactly how much you’re burning and exactly what you need to eat to lose weight or gain muscle. If these are at the top of your priority list, then a quality heart rate monitor is a necessity.

28 OUNCE CLASSIC BLENDERBOTTLE

EASILY MIX YOUR WORKOUT SHAKES

Mixing up shakes post-workout, or drinking an intra-workout supplement will never be easier with this shaker bottle. Just pour in the water and the supplements and shake up.

No grit, no layers of junk at the bottom – just smooth perfection. And, if you’re not working out that day, you can even use it to make ketoproof coffee on the go!

 

Looking for something else? Check out our recommendations for the best keto products for more suggestions on the products we and the community use!