Build this home gym for LESS than an annual David Lloyd membership

Having a gym membership is a great way to keep fit, however, it can hit the pocket hard – with some memberships costing in excess of £1,000 a year.

Amid the ongoing cost of living crisis, this is a considerable expense, and many people are starting to reconsider their monthly expenses.

One alternative to a gym membership is to build your own workout space at home.

And while it may come as a surprise, it’s possible to build a state-of-the-art home gym for less than many people pay for their annual gym membership.

Online marketplace OnBuy.com has compiled a list of eight essential items costing £660 – less than several annual gym membership packages at places like David Lloyd, Virgin Active Gyms and others.

2-In-1 Upright Exercise Bike

This all-body exercise bike has eight workout resistance levels, meaning you can get a complete cardio workout from the comfort of your front room.

Not only can this bike be used in upright and recumbent (laid back) positions, it also comes with a tension rope to help improve upper body strength.

It also has a bunch of handy features, such as a foldable space-saving design, plus a phone holder and LCD monitor.

So, saddle up and channel your inner Chris Froome!

HOMCOM Grey 2-In-1 Upright Exercise Bike With Adjustable Resistance, £98.99 – buy from OnBuy

Barbell Set

If you want to show off bulging biceps this summer, then a decent barbell is the place to start.

Use this 30kg set from vidaXL for weight training, bodybuilding, weightlifting and powerlifting. The incredibly versatile piece of equipment will help improve your athletic performance, incorporating a range of muscles, while also boosting balance and coordination.

You’ll look like Popeye in no time!

vidaXL Barbell Set 30kg, £72.99 – buy from OnBuy

Folding Magnetic Resistance Bike

This magnetic training bike is a brilliant way to keep fit from your front room.

Using a set of magnets to generate the resistance you need to workout, this exercise bike is perfect for burning fat and improving lower body strength.

Resistance can be increased or decreased instantly between eight different levels – all you need to do is twist the dial and you’re off!

HOMCOM Folding Magnetic Resistance Exercise Bike, £80.99 – buy from OnBuy

Electric Motorised Running Machine with LED display

Another treadmill option for your home gym, this motorised running machine can be set between 6 speeds using the touch controls, reaching up to 15km/h.

It is foldable, plus attached with wheels, making it fully portable and meaning it is one of the most convenient exercise machines around

So get changed into your exercise gear, stick on your headphones (if your workout song isn’t a Kate Bush number, you’ve clearly not been watching enough Stranger Things), and start Running Up That Hill!

HOMCOM Folding Treadmill 2HP Electric Motorised Running Machine w/ LED Display, £269.99 – buy from OnBuy

Adjustable Weight Bench

Moving onto the upper body, this Homcom Adjustable Weight Bench is great for keeping your biceps, trapezoids, and pectorals in perfect shape!

Constructed from durable steel, this bench supports barbell weight of up to 80kg – for some serious gains!

The bench is also equipped with a padded seat and back. It further has four levels of adjustments, meaning you can train in comfort, no matter how far in the zone you are!

Homcom Adjustable Weight Bench | Adjustable Bench Press, £66.99 – buy from OnBuy

2pc Hexagonal Dumbbells Set

The perfect accompaniment to the weight bench, these 10KG hexagonal dumbbells let you take any workout into your own hands (literally!).

Made from PVC & iron, these strong & durable dumbbells are designed to last for years. They make a great addition to any home gym training session to help tone your arm muscles.

The hexagonal design of the dumbbells prevents them from rolling away (causing damage or injuries) and they are perfect for beginners who want to diversify a workout.

(10kg) 2pc Hexagonal Dumbbells Set, £25.99 – buy from OnBuy

Yoga Mat

When it comes to working out, it’s not just about speed and strength. Flexibility is also a key part of staying active.

Increasingly, more and more top athletes are attributing stretching and flexibility as the secret to their long careers (such as 44 year old American Football Quarterback Tom Brady).

While it’s unlikely you’ll be winning a Superbowl anytime soon, you can still get flexi’ with it on this extra thick, non-slip yoga mat.

Whether it is a quick stretching session, or a Yoga With Adriene YouTube video, this mat is perfect for all workout needs.

Grey Yoga Mat Extra Thick Non-Slip Exercise Pad, £9.99 – buy from OnBuy

Folding Sit-Up Bench

Give your core muscles the workout they deserve with this Homcom sit-up bench.

Made from steel and equipped with a curved backboard with a layer of comfort foam, this sit up bench supports up to 110kg

And you’re not just limited to sit ups! This bench is far from a one trick pony, and is perfect for performing a range of core exercises such as trunk extensions, Russian twists, leg lifts, and, of course, crunches!

Homcom Folding Sit-Up Bench, £34.19 – buy from OnBuy