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Magic Carpet Sled
From Amazon
Army PT Sled Pack with Upper Body Strap, Holds Up to 500 Pounds
Build real-world strength, get ripped, and get your metcon on anywhere with this portable sled from Spud Inc. Just strap on some plates, start pulling, and be unstoppable.
– Chris Shugart
Perantlb Poly Battle Rope with Sleeve
From Amazon
Wear-Resistant Protective Sleeve, Non-Slip Handle, Anchor Kit
Battle ropes are great for metabolic conditioning, but don't overlook their pumptastic, muscle-building benefits. Chest, back, shoulders, arms, abs... this is one piece of kit everyone needs in their garage gym.
– Chris Shugart
Finer Form Foldable Flat Bench
From Amazon
Up to 20 Pounds, Durable Neoprene, Duel Storage Pockets
Every home gym needs a simple, sturdy bench that doesn't wobble. This one folds flat and stores easily so you can still get your car into the damn garage.
– Chris Shugart
ZELUS Weighted Vest
From Amazon
Up to 30 Pounds, Breathable, Mesh Pocket in Back
Weighted vests don't have to be bulky. This one is form fitting and uses evenly distributed iron pellets, not sand or clunky plates.
– Chris Shugart
Heavy Grips Hand Grippers
From Amazon
100 to 350 Pounds Available, Aluminum Knurled Handles
This is NOT the gripper you had in high school. In fact, the "weakest" model provides two or three times the resistance of an average store-bought gripper. You won't outgrow these bad boys. Bring on the calluses!
– Chris Shugart