Weights and fitness supplier recommendations
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We got most of our kit from Fitness Superstore: https://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk/ lots of selection
I've also got a few bits from Mirafit: https://mirafit.co.uk/ You could easily build a whole gym out of just their stuff, but need to check prices. Some stuff is reasonable, others fairly overpriced compared to other brands.
I've also got a few bits from Mirafit: https://mirafit.co.uk/ You could easily build a whole gym out of just their stuff, but need to check prices. Some stuff is reasonable, others fairly overpriced compared to other brands.
Brainpox said:
We got most of our kit from Fitness Superstore: https://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk/ lots of selection
I've also got a few bits from Mirafit: https://mirafit.co.uk/ You could easily build a whole gym out of just their stuff, but need to check prices. Some stuff is reasonable, others fairly overpriced compared to other brands.
Thank you, I'll price up some kit with the both of them.I've also got a few bits from Mirafit: https://mirafit.co.uk/ You could easily build a whole gym out of just their stuff, but need to check prices. Some stuff is reasonable, others fairly overpriced compared to other brands.
Did you buy floor mats and if so what type? I can't quite believe how expensive some of the options are!
Brainpox said:
We got most of our kit from Fitness Superstore: https://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk/ lots of selection
I've also got a few bits from Mirafit: https://mirafit.co.uk/ You could easily build a whole gym out of just their stuff, but need to check prices. Some stuff is reasonable, others fairly overpriced compared to other brands.
2nd Mirafit. Got a whole setup from them in covid, bar, plates, bench and power rack. Good stuff, great service. Definitely recommend. I've also got a few bits from Mirafit: https://mirafit.co.uk/ You could easily build a whole gym out of just their stuff, but need to check prices. Some stuff is reasonable, others fairly overpriced compared to other brands.
Brainpox said:
We got most of our kit from Fitness Superstore: https://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk/ lots of selection
I've also got a few bits from Mirafit: https://mirafit.co.uk/ You could easily build a whole gym out of just their stuff, but need to check prices. Some stuff is reasonable, others fairly overpriced compared to other brands.
Yeah mirafit can be hit n miss on vfm.I've also got a few bits from Mirafit: https://mirafit.co.uk/ You could easily build a whole gym out of just their stuff, but need to check prices. Some stuff is reasonable, others fairly overpriced compared to other brands.
Rival strength can be better quality.
A lot of stuff can be the same item just rebranded too....often at considerably different prices
skyebear said:
I'm looking to setup a home gym, initially with free weights, kettlebells and floor mats.
Can anyone recommend decent suppliers please? Either online or if bricks and mortar, then West of Scotland.
Thanks.
Ebay.Can anyone recommend decent suppliers please? Either online or if bricks and mortar, then West of Scotland.
Thanks.
I equipped an entire home gym for around £1k.. Some of it was still in warranty.
I had a bike, cross trainer, treadmill, bench with bar and plates, dumbbells. The only thing I bought new was a Concept 2 erg. I got 15% off retail by way of store credit.
When I sold it all I got my money back. I made a profit on the erg.
Basically, gym kit is something that a lot of people buy at retail and then don't use. It then becomes a burden and they want to move it on. They don't care what the loss is.
I would suggest you look out for good second hand stuff, because what happens is many people spend a lot of money on nice shiny equipment and lose interest after a year or so, especially things like exercise bikes, treadmills and rowers.
A 30 year old 20k barbell weight is just as good as a new one,
If you are more serious go for the olympic free weights and bars, but for normal use the one inch dia (25mm) equipment is fine.
ALWAYS wear a good quality leather belt and gloves when lifting heavy weights.
A 30 year old 20k barbell weight is just as good as a new one,
If you are more serious go for the olympic free weights and bars, but for normal use the one inch dia (25mm) equipment is fine.
ALWAYS wear a good quality leather belt and gloves when lifting heavy weights.
skyebear said:
Thank you, I'll price up some kit with the both of them.
Did you buy floor mats and if so what type? I can't quite believe how expensive some of the options are!
I went with 20mm rubber mats. 2.5m square area. Unless you were going silly heavy I don’t know why you’d need more than 20mm. Other than dust and dirt they still look brand new. Did you buy floor mats and if so what type? I can't quite believe how expensive some of the options are!
I recently bought a few bits from a few different places; Rival, Northern and Factory Weights. Northern were the best price for cast iron plates. Check delivery costs, varies massively. Also check for discount codes, I think I used LIFTFROMHOME for Northern. Factory have a shop in Glasgow. Few others that spring to mind are Mirafit again, Strength Shop, Primal.
Second hand is good, Facebook has loads, but generally it's gonna be collection only so needs to be local.
And don't wear gloves, you'll be laughed at. Even training alone at home, somebody, somewhere will be laughing at you.
Second hand is good, Facebook has loads, but generally it's gonna be collection only so needs to be local.
And don't wear gloves, you'll be laughed at. Even training alone at home, somebody, somewhere will be laughing at you.
horsemeatscandal said:
I recently bought a few bits from a few different places; Rival, Northern and Factory Weights. Northern were the best price for cast iron plates. Check delivery costs, varies massively. Also check for discount codes, I think I used LIFTFROMHOME for Northern. Factory have a shop in Glasgow. Few others that spring to mind are Mirafit again, Strength Shop, Primal.
Second hand is good, Facebook has loads, but generally it's gonna be collection only so needs to be local.
And don't wear gloves, you'll be laughed at. Even training alone at home, somebody, somewhere will be laughing at you.
Not if you wear tracksuit trousers with two stripes down them and a vest one size too small. And a 'tache.Second hand is good, Facebook has loads, but generally it's gonna be collection only so needs to be local.
And don't wear gloves, you'll be laughed at. Even training alone at home, somebody, somewhere will be laughing at you.
Another vote for Mirafit. Also worth pointing out that unless you're very small, or absolutely have to, don't get a short rack. I had to, and now I have more height available after a house move, regret it.
Best way I found to understand the value of weights was to work out £/kg. For example, plates got as high as £4/kg in covid. I judge £2/kg to be pretty decent value now.
Don't only go for bumper plates. The dual or tri-grip plates, especially the 10kg and below ones, can be useful for handheld exercises like weighted lunges, all sorts. Saves on space and money versus kettlebells and dumbells. Also, olympic dumbell handles are worthwhile versus a huge outlay on dumbells, in my opinion.
Best way I found to understand the value of weights was to work out £/kg. For example, plates got as high as £4/kg in covid. I judge £2/kg to be pretty decent value now.
Don't only go for bumper plates. The dual or tri-grip plates, especially the 10kg and below ones, can be useful for handheld exercises like weighted lunges, all sorts. Saves on space and money versus kettlebells and dumbells. Also, olympic dumbell handles are worthwhile versus a huge outlay on dumbells, in my opinion.
Second hand stuff off Mirafit gets my vote. It's really well made and the prices you can pick it up for second hand on Facebook marketplace or eBay is amazing.
Definitely look at some adjustable dumbbells, I picked up a set for £200 with a stand off eBay that retail at just under a grand with the stand.
Definitely look at some adjustable dumbbells, I picked up a set for £200 with a stand off eBay that retail at just under a grand with the stand.
I have ironmaster dumbbells, Kettlebell and bench with several attachments. Saves a lot of space and can do lots with them. My only issue is that the weights are in pounds but it's not a huge problem unless exercising elsewhere in kg.
For the rest of it I have plates from rogue (got them on offer so we're actually cheaper than other options), rack was from Powerhouse fitness (now fitshop), olympic bar from Primal Strength and have had a few bits and pieces from strength shop.
Can't fault any of it but basically my setup was built from what I could get in special offers from each place.
The best quality stuff I have is the rogue and strength shop bits but they are also the priciest
For the rest of it I have plates from rogue (got them on offer so we're actually cheaper than other options), rack was from Powerhouse fitness (now fitshop), olympic bar from Primal Strength and have had a few bits and pieces from strength shop.
Can't fault any of it but basically my setup was built from what I could get in special offers from each place.
The best quality stuff I have is the rogue and strength shop bits but they are also the priciest
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