Home gym for under 1000 CHF: How to set up your own gym at home

Want to train whenever you want, without paying monthly fees, and still work effectively towards your fitness goals? Then your own home gym is the perfect solution – and best of all, it doesn't have to be expensive.

With a budget of less than £1,000, you can set up a very well-equipped, functional home gym that offers you all the basics for strength, endurance, flexibility and stability.

In this article, you'll learn which equipment is really worthwhile, how to save space and what to look for when choosing.

Why a home gym makes sense

A home gym is more than just a nice addition to your training – it can make your training more efficient and sustainable:

• You save time and travel
• You train when and how you want
• You have full control over your equipment
• You create a space that fits into your everyday life

And: You invest in yourself.

What do you really need – and what don't you need?

Before you start, you should consider:

• What do you want to use your home gym for? (e.g. strength training, functional training, mobility)
• How much space do you have available?
• How often do you want to train?

A good home gym doesn't need everything, but it does need the right things. And you can get that even on a limited budget.

The optimal home gym equipment for under £700

Here is a sensible, balanced combination for a compact, versatile setup:

1. Adjustable dumbbells (approx. £170–£280)

They are the centrepiece of your strength training – space-saving, flexible and suitable for the upper body, legs and core.

Recommended exercises:

Bicep curls, shoulder presses, rowing, squats, lunges, farmer's walks

→ See the adjustable dumbbells in the shop

2. TRX or suspension trainer (approx. £100–150)

Ideal for functional full-body training using your own body weight – and you hardly need any space.

Advantages:

Mobile, for beginners and advanced users, trains core, strength and stability

→ Discover TRX Move

3. Resistance bands (approx. £35–£60)

They are the perfect addition to your training – whether for warming up, mobility or targeted muscle work.

Tip:

Set of power bands and mini bands – so you're equipped for every exercise.

→ Band sets at Fitagon

4. Training mat (approx. £25–55)

Indispensable for floor exercises, stretching and stabilisation – and also protects your floor.

→ Training mats at Fitagon

5. Kettlebell (optional, approx. £30–50)

For dynamic strength and endurance training – versatile and effective.

Typical exercises:

Kettlebell swings, goblet squats, clean & press, Turkish get-up

→ Discover kettlebells

Cost overview (example)

Product Estimated price

Adjustable dumbbells £300

TRX Suspension Trainer £200

Resistance bands (set) £70

Training mat £50

Kettlebell (optional) £80

Total £700–900

As you can see, even with high-quality equipment, you'll stay well under £1000 – and have a complete setup for a holistic workout at home.

Space requirements & storage tips

• Dumbbells: Best stored in a dumbbell box or on a small shelf
• TRX: Can be easily folded up after training – fits in a drawer
• Mat & bands: Rolled up or hung up – takes up hardly any space
• Kettlebell: A fixed place on the floor is sufficient

You don't need your own fitness room. A free space of approx. 2×2 m is perfectly adequate.

Conclusion: Great setup – low price

For less than £1000, you can set up a home gym that offers everything you need for a varied, effective workout.

You decide when and how you train – and create a space that supports you in the long term.

Now is the right time to take the first step.