Who can afford a gym membership? Try this at-home workout gear instead

from $12.58 at Amazon Australia

Jumping rope is an effective, fun and simple way to burn fat and improve your cardiovascular and respiratory health. Beginners are recommended to jump rope just one to five minutes, while more advanced jump ropers can push themselves by extending their workout by 15 to 30 minutes, and incorporating HIIT.

Key features:

Dual speed handle bearing design allows for 360° rotation
Adjustable, 9.8 foot long, durable steel wire rope
Non-slip handles
Made from Alloy steel

Available at:

$12.58 from Amazon Australia

from $40.99 at Amazon Australia

No mat Pilates practice is complete without the right accessories, which is where this Pilates ring set comes in. Equipped with a high-quality Pilates ring, an anti-burst mini ball, and a set of four durable resistance bands you'll be working out parts of your body you didn't even know existed. 

Key features:

1 x Pilates ring
1 x anti-burst mini ball
4 x four resistance bands

Available at:

$40.99 from Amazon Australia

from $49.68 at Amazon Australia

Looking to incorporate weights into your workouts? These half, one, and two kilo weights will add the necessary resistance you need to see better results without impacting your health in the long term. We're talking enhanced muscular endurance, enhanced range of motion, enhanced muscle isolation, reduced injury risk, and improved form when used consistently. 

Key features:

Non-slip neoprene weights with cast iron core
Half, one and two kg weights
Comes with storage rack
Sweat resistant
Comfort grip
Anti-roll design

Available at:

$49.68 from Amazon Australia

from $89 at The Iconic

Planning to clean the house? Or going for a walk around the park? pop on these ankle and wrist weights to add a bit of resistance to the task and challenge your body a bit. Although they only weigh one kilo they can help you to burn extra calories and strengthen your muscles. Just remember to take them off — wearing weights on your body for extended periods of time can cause strain on the joints. 

Key features:

One kg weights
Adjustable and secure
Durable and high quality
Made from silicone
Comes with a reusable mesh pouch

Available at:

$89 from The Iconic

from $89.99 at Catch

Did you know bouncing on a mini trampoline, like this rebounder from Advwin, for 10 just minutes is akin to cycling for 30 minutes or jogging for an hour? We don't know about you but we're picking the mini trampoline every time. 

Key features:

Weight capacity 200kg
Lightweight, adjustable steel frame for balance
Foldable, space-saving design

Available at:

$89.99 from Catch

from $124.99 at Amazon Australia

Although this low profile number may look a lot different to the equipment on our best reformer Pilates machine list, it's becoming increasingly popular with people who are short on space at home. The customisable machine can be used for a full body workout, offering similar results to an in-studio Pilates class. 

Key features:

Targets strength, flexibility and endurance
Foldable for easy storage 
Track workouts with the smart timer
Phone holder allows you to watch and follow along with video classes

Available at:

$124.99 from Amazon Australia

from $129 at Lululemon

If yoga asanas in the morning sun are more your speed you'll need to invest in a high quality yoga mat. It may seem like an unnecessary expense but the right mat can completely change your grip, posture and alignment. In other words, it's the secret to improving your form as a yogi. 

Key features:

3D texture creates better grip and balance
5mm depth
For yoga practice only (no shoes or weights)
Made from rubber latex  

Available at:

$129 from Lululemon

from $199.95 at MYER

Looking for a low impact workout you can enjoy while binge watching your favourite TV shows? You need to try an exercise bike. We especially love this model from Everfit because it can be easily folded down and stashed away in a cupboard when you're not using it. 

Key features:

Adjustable resistance
LCD display tracks calories, speed, distance and time
Soft V-grip handles
Large soft seat
Seat height adjustor
Large anti-slip pedals
Large stable base

Available at:

$199.95 from MYER

from $259.85 at Big W

If you're still working from home after the pandemic, taking the time to fit in a bit of physical activity can be tough. So if you find yourself perpetually glued to a screen during the day, investing in a walking pad you can slot underneath a standing desk might just be the solution to upping your low daily step count. 

Key features:

Includes a wireless remote
High-quality WSSTM Speed Sensor
Reinforced construction frame
Upgraded antistatic running belt
Tracks speed, calories and distance

Available at:

$259.85 from Big W

from $599 at Amazon Australia

There are a lot of smart rings flooding the market right now, but it's the wide breadth of features and a lack of a subscription fee, which makes Ultrahuman's AIR-Smart Ring our favourite of the bunch. The perfect companion to your workout routine, this nifty piece of tech will keep you accountable and informed.

Key features:

Available in four colours and 10 sizes
24 hour battery life
Bluetooth connectivity
Tracks sleep stages, steps, calories, workout, stress and menstrual cycle
Focused recovery tracking (heart rate monitoring, Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and skin temperature)
Made of space grade titanium

Available at:

$599 from Amazon Australia

from $799 at Rebel Sport

This home gym rig allows you to get a full-body workout with one handy machine. Offering up to 50kg in stacked weights you can utilise this piece of kit for a range of exercises including: Seated bench, triceps pull down, leg extension, upright row, lat pulldown, AB crunch, tricep push down, lat pull down, shoulder butterfly, lower pull, seated row, inner and outer thigh exercises. Now please excuse us while we Google what all of these exercises are….

Key features:

Total body workout
Ankle strap, lat pull bar and biceps pull bar also included
High density double stitched upholstery

Available at:

$799 from Rebel Sport