There’s no doubt that the COVID pandemic and lockdowns changed how we think about fitness and home training. As all of us experienced gyms across the nation closing, we had to find ways to get our workouts in. Most people didn’t want to let their health and fitness progress slip away, so they turned to setting up their own gym at home.

The home gym equipment market absolutely exploded according to a Gitnux study, with sales going from $6.76 billion to over $9.49 billion in 2020—quite a sizable increase from before the pandemic. What’s interesting is that even as life returns to normal, and the commercial gym market is on the mend, the rise of the home gym is continuing with virtually no sign of slowing down anytime soon. In fact, it’s expected to reach $14.2 billion by 2028.  

Another study from Garage Gym Reviews shows that 61% of people now have a designated workout space in their homes, compared to only 31% of people who have a commercial gym membership. It also shows that 70% of 18 to 24-year-olds reported having some type of home gym setup. Indeed, it’s not hard to see why this trend is happening. Home gyms are great for anyone new to working out, and those who may not feel comfortable being in a commercial gym with experienced lifters. Some may not have the budget for a membership, or can’t always find the time to make it to the gym every day, and are turning to setting up a workout space at home.  

The great thing about home gyms is how personalized they are—you get exactly what you need for whatever kind of workout you plan to do. Now with smart fitness equipment rising in popularity, it’s easier to accommodate those with limited space. FitRx met this rapidly growing need with the SmartBell Total Body Gym. Perfect for all fitness levels, this 4-in-1 home fitness equipment kit includes either 60 or 100 lbs. of weight plates, bars, and push-up handles you can configure into a pair of dumbbells, barbell, or a kettlebell, for a fully customizable total body workout.