In 2020, when the gyms first closed their doors due to lockdown, online fitness retailers were bombarded with orders. Since then, many sites have struggled to replenish stock, as gyms have been closed, reopened, closed and now reopened again. Unfortunately, that means that many have missed out on purchasing equipment as it flew off of the virtual shelves and, as a result, have been relying on bodyweight exercises for their  workouts.

That’s not necessarily a bad thing: there is a lot you can do without equipment. But whether you’re back at the gym yet or not, you might be wanting to get your hands on some kit to really power up your strength gains. 

 Luckily for you, we’ve rounded up dumbbells, resistance bands and more that are available to buy now. 

Dumbbells 

Fitness Superstore stocks dumbells, including these Jordan Fitness rubber dumbbells – perfect for a sturdy piece of kit that won’t mark your floor. 

Kettlebells

Whether you’re swinging, pressing or rowing them, a kettlebell is such a versatile piece of kit. 

Barbells

 You can either get a bar that needs plates added to it, or an all-in-one bar with plates. 

Resistance bands 

For resistance bands, search out some independent retailers stocking both long and short loops for leg or pull workouts. 

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