Agree, people should be aware you can get cheaper equipment if needed, my cage only cost $550, not as solid as a rogue or something but gets the job done. Also many people buy shit and the second hand sell it when they realize they are lazy, that’s where the real deals come in because it’s heavy and hard to transport
#Lifting is simple. 🏋️♂️💪
1. Setup your garage using $2500 of 'built for life' gear. Keep it simple. I recommend rack, plates, barbell, collars, and mats from https://www.thestrength.co/.
2. Starting light, learn the Starting Strength form queues for The Big Four (squat, deadlift, press, bench) using Rippetoe's method, for example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dacy5hjaE8
3. Setup a simple logbook to record progress. Aim to add reps each week and then weight once reps consecutively exceed 10. Make a little progress each week. Lifting is a lifelong discipline. Don't rush it. Start light and celebrate consistency over strength.
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I use all Rogue stuff by my setup is north or $10,000 and there's no real logic to it.
$2500 on the Strength Co is extremely high quality and built for life. Buy once cry once.