There are many decisions to be made when it comes to owning fitness equipment, and this article helps make some of the more important ones. Today, we’re going to talk about ab exercise equipment, like ab benches and ab machines.
#1 - Do you want it to be portable or not? If so, a machine is best; if not, a bench (because they can easily be folded up) will work well. Sometimes you’ll see both in the same package deal.
#2 - Which type of equipment do you prefer? Some people are huge fans of sit-ups while others prefer crunches. There are even those who do long-range exercises that work their abs in a different way. You should buy your equipment based on what you think is going to be best for you.
#3 - How much money are you willing to spend? Typically, ab exercise equipment is pretty affordable, but a few pieces can get pricey if you’re looking at high-end models. If you want the top of the line, be prepared to pay for it.
#4 - If there’s a particular feature that appeals to you (like arm rests or padded handles) make sure it comes with the type of equipment you’ve decided on.
#5 - How much space do you have? It’s easy to get carried away with finding the perfect piece of equipment, but sometimes it can be difficult to store or move from room to room. This is one thing that’s especially important when you start getting into the higher end stuff.
#6 - Are you a fan of exercise videos? Some equipment comes with video-on-demand services that make having an instructor available (even if you don’t like them) an option for your home gym.
#7 - Do you like these types of exercises yourself? Some people love doing ab exercises, while others don’t really care for them all that much. Know what you like before you buy the equipment.
#8 - What does your family think of these exercises? If they’re going to be using it too, make sure they respect the amount of time you devote to your training. It’s not fun when your spouse is constantly complaining about how loud the equipment is or how much time it takes up in the house.
#9 - How often are you going to use this equipment? This is one where it can be difficult to determine whether it’s worth getting now or not, because there are plenty of people who will never touch their ab exercises. You just have to decide whether you’re going to buy based on that kind of outlook or not.
#10 - How much space do you have in your home? If you’re more concerned with getting the equipment itself and not so worried about the features it comes with, make sure the space you have available is appropriate for what you buy.
#11 - Are there any health issues you should consider? If so, be aware that there may be some exercises that your doctor wants to avoid.
#12 - What type of warranty does it have? It’s an added expense, but a good warranty will give you piece of mind and back up your purchase if something goes wrong.
#13 - Are you good about cleaning up after yourself? If so, you can get through an exercise with virtually no time spent on maintenance. Otherwise, if you need to do a lot of repairs and whatnot, you may want to go with something that’s easier to care for.
#14 - Do you mind buying pre-assembled pieces of equipment or do you like the experience of putting it together yourself? If the latter is more appealing, have patience while looking at your options.
#15 - How much weight are you willing to carry? The heavier a piece of equipment is, the less likely it will move around on you when in use. It’s not always a problem but it can be an annoyance.
#16 - Do you have a budget in mind? If so, know how much money you need to spend.
#17 - Are there some pieces of equipment that you can think of that would be nice to have? Why not look at these and see if they fit into your plans?
#18 - How do you feel about the price of exercise equipment? Sometimes, you’ll find models that are fairly inexpensive, but they don’t really seem like they should be. Make sure to research this factor as well, even if only for a few seconds.
#19 - Do you like the idea of working out with other people? There are plenty of people who don’t, but if you want to have a partner and/or trainer available to you as often as possible, make sure that the equipment is conducive to this.
#20 - What do you think of exercise videos? If your equipment comes with them, chances are that they will be part of your routine. If not, it might be something worth considering when taking care of these things.
#21 - Do you like free weight sessions? Many people love doing these, so it doesn’t hurt to include it in your plans. This is especially true if you’re into working out with your spouse or significant other.
#22 - Are there any obstacles that may be keeping you from buying a certain piece of equipment? If so, think about how those things might affect your future purchases.
#23 - Is it going to be part of a package deal? If not, make sure that it is easy enough to buy by itself. The last thing you want is to go ahead and arrange for delivery of one piece only, only to find out that you have to buy the other pieces as well.
#24 - Do you like the idea of having a gym in your home? If so, keep these in mind when looking at equipment. Some models can double as both a fitness model and an exercise model.
#25 - Are you OK with paying more for the quality? There are plenty of people who would rather spend more on quality than they would spend on quantity when using their fitness equipment. This is a great way to be if you plan on doing it for the long haul.
#26 - What is there to stop people from just sitting on your equipment? If you’re concerned with that happening, then make sure that your piece of equipment has arm rests or similar features that allow for its use during exercise routines.
#27 - Are you OK with assembling and taking apart your own equipment? Some people love this process, while others aren’t as big of fans of it. Know what you’re signing up for before buying anything.
#28 - Do you like this brand? If so, check out their other models and see if they have any that might be worth adding to your list.
#29 - What is there to keep people from reaching for your equipment? If you’re worried about people using it without your permission, make sure that it’s out of reach. There are plenty of ways to do this with a bit of creativity.
#30 - Do you like the design? Some models can seem bland and boring, but others are straight out of a sci-fi movie. If you can appreciate this kind of thing, then you have some options to check out as well.
#31 - What would be the worst thing about buying this equipment for you? Once you know what that is, make sure that the packaging adequately covers it or makes up for its deficiency somehow.
#32 – Do you feel like you’ll be able to come up with this on your own or do you need help? If the latter, then the price of the equipment will help you determine how much a person should earn to buy it for you.
#33 – Are there any outlandish claims that might convince you not to buy it for yourself? If so, make sure that they are legitimate and are not just over-the-top sales attempts.
#34 - What is your budget? This is an important factor to know. You don’t want to spend too much or too little on your purchase so check out how much your income per month is before making a final decision.
#35 - How much money do you make? If you’re tight on cash right now, then the price will have to take a back seat to other things. Think about what your budget is and stick with it even if it may disturb your original feelings about the item.
#36 - Is there anything else that has influenced the price and how much is to be spent? That can include things like how long this item has been available in the market. Old fashion dealerships might also have some of these models on their shelves. Sometimes, these older models are still treated as new even if they’re more than a decade old.
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