Commencing fitness journey a puzzle? These five essential workout items, all priced under $15, are discounted in the Prime Day sales
For those looking to start their fitness journey, we've rounded up some of the best deals on essential workout equipment, perfect for beginners. Here's a quick guide to the top Prime Day offers on dumbbells, resistance bands, and ankle weights.
Dumbbells
A beginner-friendly 20-minute full-body dumbbell workout is recommended for those just starting out. Here's a list of affordable dumbbells currently on sale:
- Amazon Basics Neoprene Coated Hexagon Dumbbell Weights: The 1lb pair is currently on sale for $6.99, originally priced at $______. These weights won't roll away when placed on the floor or stored, making them a great choice for home workouts.
- CAP Barbell Neoprene Dumbbell Weights: The 3lb pair is currently on sale for $6.60, originally priced at $xx. This offer provides a savings of 31% on the 1lb dumbbells and 20% on the 3lb pair.
- Amazon Basics Vinyl Coated Hexagon Dumbbell Weights: The 2lb pair is currently on sale for $13.99, originally priced at $17.
Resistance Bands
Resistance bands are a versatile and effective tool for building strength and toning muscles. The THERABAND Resistance Band Loop Set is currently on sale for $12.80, originally priced at $______. These bands offer 3lb to 5.8lb of resistance, making them suitable for bodies of all sizes.
Ankle Weights
Ankle weights can help boost the effectiveness of workouts by adding resistance. The 1lb THERABAND ankle weights are ideal for beginners, and the pair is currently on sale for $11.86, originally priced at $xx. The Amazon Basics Vinyl Coated Ankle Weights are also available, with the pair priced at $xx.
A Beginner-Friendly Workout
Here's a 20-minute full-body dumbbell workout that's effective and easy to follow:
Quick Warm-Up (2 minutes)
- Arm Circles + Shoulder Rolls: 30 seconds
- Bodyweight Squats: 30 seconds
- Hip Hinges: 30 seconds
- Light Dumbbell Rows: 30 seconds
Main Workout
Perform one set of each exercise consecutively with minimal rest. Repeat the circuit two or three times, depending on your comfort level with rest time.
Circuit Exercises
| Exercise | Sets | Reps | |---------------------------|------|------------| | Goblet Squat | 3 | 10–12 | | Push-Up | 3 | 10–12 | | Dumbbell Row | 3 | 10–12 | | Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift| 3 | 10–12 | | Dumbbell Shoulder Press | 3 | 10–12 | | Dumbbell Walking Lunge | 3 | 10–12(per leg) |
Tips
- Rest 1–2 minutes between circuits.
- Adjust the number of rounds based on your schedule and fitness level.
- Perform this workout 2–3 times per week for optimal results.
If you prefer a no-repeats format or want to mix it up, consider exercises like Alternate Reverse Lunge + Curl or other compound exercises that target multiple muscle groups at once.
Happy working out!
- The 20-minute full-body dumbbell workout recommended for beginners combines strength training and cardio exercises, promoting overall fitness and health-and-wellness.
- Incorporating resistance bands into your workout routine, as demonstrated by the THERABAND Resistance Band Loop Set offered at a discount during Prime Day, can aid in building strength and achieving enhanced fitness-and-exercise results.
- Ankle weights, like the 1lb THERABAND and Amazon Basics options currently on sale, can be used to enhance the effectiveness of various exercises, supporting a more challenging and science-backed fitness regimen.
