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Title: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 04, 2014, 12:59:50 PM
Just the basics:

Trap bar. (squats/deads/farmers walk/shrugs/shoulder press/row)
Giant mirror.
Framed posters of male bodybuilders.
Floorfan.
Ronnie Coleman supplements.

Did I miss anything?

I look forward to not having to share gym with "people" and to be able to train nude and to my own music (Miley Cyrus' Wrecking Ball)
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: _aj_ on August 04, 2014, 01:01:50 PM
When you get serious, you'll realize that it's the right thing to do and you'll never stop adding to it.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Knooger on August 04, 2014, 01:03:17 PM
You need to decide if you are the schmoe or if you'll be having schmoes visit you. If you have schmoes come to rub down your muscular physique you'll need a waiting area for them. A table with coffee and doughnuts would be nice. Don't forget some nice seating with a television screen showing sweaty men working out. 
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 04, 2014, 01:03:32 PM
When you get serious, you'll realize that it's the right thing to do and you'll never stop adding to it.

Yes the more I think about it the more sense it makes. To have your own gym is very manly, maybe the last frontier for the modern man.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 04, 2014, 01:04:22 PM
You need to decide if you are the schmoe or if you'll be having schmoes visit you. If you have schmoes come to rub down your muscular physique you'll need a waiting area for them. A table with coffee and doughnuts would be nice. Don't forget some nice seating with a television screen showing sweaty men working out. 

Good point, but I think im done socializing with people.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Knooger on August 04, 2014, 01:05:51 PM
Good point, but I think im done socializing with people.

Alright, then you just need some body oil and kleenex for when you pleasure yourself between sets.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 04, 2014, 01:06:49 PM
I bet on average people catch a cold once a year going to the gym just by sharing equipment with others. This is the end of that! THIS IS WHERE I PUT MY FOOT DOWN
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: _aj_ on August 04, 2014, 01:09:18 PM
You need to decide if you are the schmoe or if you'll be having schmoes visit you. If you have schmoes come to rub down your muscular physique you'll need a waiting area for them. A table with coffee and doughnuts would be nice. Don't forget some nice seating with a television screen showing sweaty men working out. 

This is the type of real-world advice that you get NOWHERE other than GB.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Knooger on August 04, 2014, 01:16:56 PM
The most important part of my home gym is the piano.

(http://i57.tinypic.com/2zjcifc.jpg)
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Simple Simon on August 04, 2014, 01:33:29 PM
Good point, but I think im done socializing with people.

mmmm.......I sense a junior aroma about that post.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 04, 2014, 01:37:59 PM
The most important part of my home gym is the piano.

(http://i57.tinypic.com/2zjcifc.jpg)

that is a very inspirational picture, its like he hasnt really moved in yet but the important stuff, the gym, is at least in place
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 04, 2014, 01:38:57 PM
don't you need two giant mirrors to first see you self and also see your gluts?

good point

maybe ill get a whole set like this
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Mawse on August 04, 2014, 01:46:20 PM
best of all you can train in just your underwear and not have anyone complain to the manager

I just snagged a 125lb ivanko dumbbell set off craigslist and an old gym incline bench for a good price. Adding in a rack and a cable machine, trap bar and about 700lb of plates and I'm good to go
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 04, 2014, 01:57:49 PM
When you get serious, you'll realize that it's the right thing to do and you'll never stop adding to it.

Yes, because those of us that train at commercial gyms aren't serious.

probably the stupidest thing you've ever posted
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Master Blaster on August 04, 2014, 02:02:24 PM
Yeah and then family will hang towels on your equipment, and kid toys and shit. And since TV, porn the computer and snacks are like 5 feet away you will have zero motivation. And there are no other dudes you can pretend you aren't secretly trying to show off to, you will not push yourself as hard.

Unless you have an extra room that is entirely devoted to gym equipment, I think home gyms suck.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 04, 2014, 02:04:24 PM
not only do i got an extra room, i have no family  :D
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 04, 2014, 02:15:23 PM
Yeah and then family will hang towels on your equipment, and kid toys and shit. And since TV, porn the computer and snacks are like 5 feet away you will have zero motivation. And there are no other dudes you can pretend you aren't secretly trying to show off to, you will not push yourself as hard.

Unless you have an extra room that is entirely devoted to gym equipment, I think home gyms suck.

this, I had a fairly well appointed home gym in New York....I used to dry clothes that I didn't want to put in the dryer.

zero motivation,  too many other options. some guys are wired that way, that's great....not one of them
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Thin Lizzy on August 04, 2014, 02:16:20 PM
Just the basics:

Trap bar. (squats/deads/farmers walk/shrugs/shoulder press/row)
Giant mirror.
Framed posters of male bodybuilders.
Floorfan.
Ronnie Coleman supplements.

Did I miss anything?

I look forward to not having to share gym with "people" and to be able to train nude and to my own music (Miley Cyrus' Wrecking Ball)

One of these would most certainly add to the ambiance:

(http://www.jamspreader.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/disco-ball.gif)
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Teutonic Knight on August 04, 2014, 02:30:49 PM


Unless you have an extra room that is entirely devoted to gym equipment, I think home gyms suck.

"My" free gym is Bondi Beach outdoor gym & no other Sydney gym softcocks can train like us  ;D
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 04, 2014, 02:37:02 PM
I do have a balcony maybe in the summer time i can move part of the gym there and train under the stars at night
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Pray_4_War on August 04, 2014, 03:31:13 PM
not only do i got an extra room, i have no family  :D

I never would have guessed.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Dicki_Nurmom on August 04, 2014, 03:36:23 PM
Just the basics:

Trap bar. (squats/deads/farmers walk/shrugs/shoulder press/row)
Giant mirror.
Framed posters of male bodybuilders.
Floorfan.
Ronnie Coleman supplements.

Did I miss anything?

I look forward to not having to share gym with "people" and to be able to train nude and to my own music (Miley Cyrus' Wrecking Ball)


hi pumpster...
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: wolfrittner on August 04, 2014, 07:34:45 PM
You need to decide if you are the schmoe or if you'll be having schmoes visit you. If you have schmoes come to rub down your muscular physique you'll need a waiting area for them. A table with coffee and doughnuts would be nice. Don't forget some nice seating with a television screen showing sweaty men working out. 
Hahahaha! Knooger never disapoints! lol
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Big Chiro Flex on August 04, 2014, 07:44:33 PM
The most important part of my home gym is the piano.

(http://i57.tinypic.com/2zjcifc.jpg)

Love to lay atop the piano in a red dress while you perform various pressing movements
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: D.O.A. on August 04, 2014, 07:46:27 PM
Love to lay atop the piano in a red dress while you perform various pressing movements

or like in Puming Iron the ballet  lessons.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: _aj_ on August 04, 2014, 08:24:49 PM
Yes, because those of us that train at commercial gyms aren't serious.

probably the stupidest thing you've ever posted

I dunno, I've posted some really stupid shit before. It's hard to argue with you when you post a pic like that, so I will just cede the field.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: cephissus on August 04, 2014, 10:15:55 PM
wouldn't mind having a squat stand and bench, couple of dumbbells

but wouldn't want a huge array of shit

gym is like 2 minutes from my house, by bike, anyway
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Rambone on August 04, 2014, 10:17:13 PM
Love to lay atop the piano in a red dress while you perform various pressing movements

 :D
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 04, 2014, 11:33:32 PM
I dunno, I've posted some really stupid shit before. It's hard to argue with you when you post a pic like that, so I will just cede the field.


can't help but respect a guy that keeps it real, I was expecting a defensive, snarky wise ass remark in return....refreshing , someone that doesnt have to "win"

That's a win/win imo

Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Vince B on August 04, 2014, 11:49:33 PM
People who want to train at home and save money seldom do either! I could sink a battleship with all the unused home gym equipment. Having equipment at home doesn't mean you will use it.

Then there is the problem of having cheap and maybe unsuitable equipment. Any commercial gym will be far better. There are many clubs that open all night so it is quite an easy matter to

go when few are using the premises.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Simple Simon on August 05, 2014, 12:31:35 AM

can't help but respect a guy that keeps it real, I was expecting a defensive, snarky wise ass remark in return....refreshing , someone that doesnt have to "win"

That's a win/win imo


AJ effortlessly owning the mind of Groink by playing to his massive ego and letting him believe he has "won" something.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 05, 2014, 07:14:17 AM
AJ effortlessly owning the mind of Groink by playing to his massive ego and letting him believe he has "won" something.

on the plus side, my nuts are squeaky clean with you attached to them
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Simple Simon on August 05, 2014, 07:30:18 AM
on the plus side, my nuts are squeaky clean with you attached to them
on the contrary, theres a musky odour down here around the sack that used to contain your nuts.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Thin Lizzy on August 05, 2014, 11:29:06 AM
People who want to train at home and save money seldom do either! I could sink a battleship with all the unused home gym equipment. Having equipment at home doesn't mean you will use it.

Then there is the problem of having cheap and maybe unsuitable equipment. Any commercial gym will be far better. There are many clubs that open all night so it is quite an easy matter to

go when few are using the premises.

Isn't the entire gym business model predicated on the idea that most people won't show up after paying their membership fee?

If you want to train, you'll train. A home gym makes training more convenient . Plus there's no reason you can't do both, say a moderate weight day at home, and a heavy day in the gym.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: the trainer on August 05, 2014, 11:47:07 AM
(http://www.strangefeed.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Spanish-Nude-Gym-Easy-Gym-04.jpg)
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Neptune100 on August 05, 2014, 12:23:54 PM
I personally like commercial gyms because it takes premeditated commitment when going to the gym (not true with home gym).  I have to think about what time I am going, what I am going to do, and once I am in my car and on my way I am committed. Besides that, when you pay a monthly fee it makes you want to get your money's worth. I imagine if you pay for a home gym you aren't seeing the recurring costs so the sense of urgency isn't there.

I like the idea of a home gym, probably in an isolated part of my house, in the basement where I can play music and not disturb the family because quite frankly I can do whatever I want when I want.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: thegamechanger on August 05, 2014, 12:29:39 PM
Yes it got both up and downsides to it.

You will need to be disciplined.

im looking forward to some experimenting, like doing pull ups every day and see what comes of that. Or train calves daily.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: CalvinH on August 05, 2014, 12:46:15 PM

can't help but respect a guy that keeps it real, I was expecting hoping for a defensive, snarky wise ass remark in return....refreshing , someone that doesnt have to "win"

That's a win/win imo



Fixed ;D
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 05, 2014, 12:56:29 PM
Fixed ;D


I'll just keep circling to the side with the bad arm and punching you in the face  :D  ;D
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: CalvinH on August 05, 2014, 01:03:37 PM

I'll just keep circling to the side with the bad arm and punching you in the face  :D  ;D


 ;D



I did three bench sets of the bar last night, then did the same on incline!
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: denarii on August 05, 2014, 01:06:47 PM
The most important part of my home gym is the piano.

(http://i57.tinypic.com/2zjcifc.jpg)

(http://foodriotcom.c.presscdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/i-regret-nothing-chicken-gif.gif)
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 05, 2014, 01:08:37 PM

 ;D



I did three bench sets of the bar last night, then did the same on incline!

Beast mode  :D
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: CalvinH on August 05, 2014, 01:12:04 PM
Beast mode  :D

 ;D
What a great feeling when the dude on the bench before me did 495lb :-X
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Tedim on August 05, 2014, 01:13:26 PM
home gym = nude squats in platform boots
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 05, 2014, 01:19:55 PM
home gym = nude squats in platform boots

He said  home gym, not HOMO gym. 

Or is that an oxymoron  :P
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Tedim on August 05, 2014, 01:28:46 PM
He said  home gym, not HOMO gym. 

Or is that an oxymoron  :P

your day is coming "fatman"  >:(
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Tedim on August 05, 2014, 01:30:56 PM
 ;D
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 05, 2014, 01:35:27 PM
;D

Look better, no doubt.

Now you're only three years away  ;D
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Tedim on August 05, 2014, 01:38:36 PM
Look better, no doubt.

Now you're only three years away  ;D

thats on 200 test cyp x2 weeks
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Palpatine Q on August 05, 2014, 02:06:31 PM
thats on 200 test cyp x2 weeks


Welcome.  Its more fun with steroids.

Once you get really big you can.insult people with impunity...thats the best part IMO.

I Just said to the  GM of my gym not an hour ago ..."if aliens came to our planet, they would think you and I are different species,  and wonder why I haven't killed you and eaten you yet."
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: _aj_ on August 05, 2014, 03:37:22 PM
I Just said to the  GM of my gym not an hour ago ..."if aliens came to our planet, they would think you and I are different species,  and wonder why I haven't killed you and eaten you yet."

I think I am going to borrow that...
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: oldtimer1 on August 05, 2014, 05:49:34 PM
I've been adding to my home gym for decades. I'm coming full circle though. I'm beginning to think I could have a great gym in a small corner of a room. Power blocks or Iron master dumbbells would fit in a tiny space. A bench with a chin and dip attachment to complete the gym is all I need. If I ever down size to that I have no clue what I will do with all my equipment.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: benchmstr on August 05, 2014, 06:36:25 PM
I built a heavy duty pull up station and dip station..

4 Texas bars

Swiss bar

Trap bar

Cable station for Lats and stuff(don't use it often)

Preacher station

Squat press

Few tons of plates..dumbells up to 160lbs

Homemade prowler..I should've just bought one..would've been cheaper

Bench
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: cephissus on August 05, 2014, 08:59:44 PM
Welcome.  Its more fun with steroids.

Once you get really big you can.insult people with impunity...thats the best part IMO.

I Just said to the  GM of my gym not an hour ago ..."if aliens came to our planet, they would think you and I are different species,  and wonder why I haven't killed you and eaten you yet."

LOLOL

the manager at my gym is such a hilariously skinny fat, slumping, balding worthless piece of slime who clearly hasn't touched a weight in at least two decades

sometimes i think he works there solely because he gets to wear the same black sweats and a t-shirt every single day

i can't fathom how anyone would pay a single dime to any of the trainers at my gym either... you could take a look at every single one of them in action and play a challenging game of "which is the client?"
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Dokey111 on August 06, 2014, 07:01:27 AM
I've been adding to my home gym for decades. I'm coming full circle though. I'm beginning to think I could have a great gym in a small corner of a room. Power blocks or Iron master dumbbells would fit in a tiny space. A bench with a chin and dip attachment to complete the gym is all I need. If I ever down size to that I have no clue what I will do with all my equipment.

I had an extensive home gym and donated it all to a boys and girls club when I moved.
Title: Re: I've decided to build a minimalistic homegym.
Post by: Simple Simon on August 06, 2014, 07:11:32 AM
I had an extensive home gym and donated it all to a boys and girls club when I moved was incarcerated.