Create your home gym for under $250

Create your home gym for under $250

It’s no secret that winter is here and it’s a lot harder to drag your butt to the gym. It’s super cold and dark in the mornings, and bed feels like the best place to be. After work it’s dark, and all you want to do is get changed into something more comfortable and flop on the couch and watch TV – right?

What if I could show you a way to workout at home using your new home gym, and have it paid for? No more costly gym membership and no having to leave the comfort of your own home to work out!

Create your home gym for under $250

By switching your home’s electricity to Genesis Energy on a 12 month Happy Winter plan you’ll receive up to $250 off your first electricity bill. Ka-ching! Now it’s more affordable to blast the heaters, meaning your home will be nice and warm.

Now that we have a nice warm home thanks to Genesis Energy’s Happy Winter plan, which is much more inviting than a cold gym with lots of sweaty strangers, let’s see how we can create a home gym for under $250!

Create your home gym for under $250

  1. // 10kg Slam ball ($29.95 from Number1 Fitness online)

Slam balls are great for a full body workout – you can hold onto them while performing exercises like squats. You can use them for uneven pushups, toe taps, slamming and ball clean and press.

  1. // 16KG Kettlebell ($63.20 from Number1 Fitness online)

A 16kg Kettlebell is a great weight for kettlebell swings. It’s also great for briefcase carries, and a heavier option to hold during your squats and lunges.

  1. // Foam Mat  ($5 from The Warehouse)

All good home gyms need a mat to complete your workout on, and this foam mat from The Warehouse is cheap and does the job just fine!

  1. // Foam Roller ($15 from The Warehouse)

Foam rollers are super important for rolling out your body before and after a workout. Foam rolling will help to release the tension in your muscles and help with recovery.

  1. // Weighted Skipping Rope ($14 from The Warehouse)

Skipping is one of the most underrated exercises in terms of cardio. Try skipping as hard as you can for a couple of minutes flat. Those minutes will feel like hours!

  1. // 8kg Kettlebell ($31.60 from Number1 Fitness online)

An 8kg kettlebell is a great size for smaller muscle groups, or if you are starting out with kettlebells. Think exercises like bicep curls, tricep extension, kettlebell snatches and overhead lunges.

  1. // Over Door Chin up bar ($12 from The Warehouse)

Chin ups and pull ups are one of the great determiners of raw strength. If you are able to pull your own bodyweight up, you are well above most of the population.

  1. // Red & Green Power Bands ($19 + $41 from Number1 Fitness online)

Power bands are generally used in powerlifting to either make lifts easier or harder. We often use them as an exercise tool in themselves, which is why I have included two different strengths above. The red band is great for warming up, doing single arm tricep pushdowns and facepulls where the green band is good for assisting on pull ups (if you are not quite at bodyweight yet) and for doing rows with.

Total Cost $230.75

Happy Winter from Genesis Energy

Switch your home’s electricity to a Genesis Energy 12 month Happy Winter plan and you’ll receive up to $250 off your first electricity bill*

  •       *Fixed electricity prices for 12 months
  •       *10% prompt payment discount when you pay in full and on time
  •       *Entry into the draw to win from a $50k total prize pool

Plus, if you sign up to a Happy Winter natural gas plan too you’ll get an additional $100 credit on your first bill and an additional 2% prompt payment discount when you pay for both electricity and gas in full and on time.

Find out more HERE

*12 month fixed term. T&Cs apply.

~~ WIN ~~

To be in to win a 16kg kettlebell and red power band delivered to your door simply comment below and let me know what you would do with up to $250 saved after switching to Genesis Energy!

Thanks to Genesis Energy for sponsoring this post and providing me with $250 credit on a Genesis Energy Happy Winter plan. As usual all opinions and words are my own. Visit Genesis Energy for more information on switching your home’s electricity to Genesis Energy on a 12 month Happy Winter plan. This plan will put more money in your pocket, by receiving up to $250 off your first electricity bill.

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129 thoughts on “Create your home gym for under $250”

  1. I’d put the cash towards getting my car key fixed. It’s one of those ‘push button’ automatic ones but has decided it doesn’t want to work now – and it’s NOT the battery.
    So I need a replacement and it turns out those suckers cost $249 for the key and transmittor replacement. Plus my husband needs one as well. So frustrating.
    Love the 16kg kettlebell prize. That’s the size I use at the gym, it’s super heavy but not too heavy . . . unless I have to do more than 30 swings in a row (UGH)!

    1. I would put the money.toward my children as my husband has started new. Job and i would rather be at home with them to do exercise then leave them to go out. Genesis energy is awesome have been with them for five years and wouldn’t change you are fantastic. Would love to have a set of kettle and a band to help with my progress around healthy living. I have been exercising for four months now and really enjoy it after never trying it. Keeps me fit to run around after my children. Live long for them!!!

    2. I’ve started a home gym, I mostly have cardio equipment. I would use the $250 to buy some weights/fitness gear!

  3. I would put the money towards booking a Bach at one of the Coromandel beaches so that my family can have a mid-winter escape!

  4. I would spend the money on healthy food to keep my working towards my goals. The equipment would mean I could still work out if I am struggling to get to the gym during class hours

  5. I would love to shout my kids something really cool but I would put it towards our family car, I’m having serious issues with it and it’s stressing me out.

  7. Put the money towards a summer holiday. I have not been fortunate enough to have one in a while.

  9. I would put it towards buying some bluetooth headphones that are compatible with my TomTom Spark Cardio + Music so I can go for runs and listen to music stored on my watch!

  12. I’d buy a new foam mat – as my cat puked on the last one and I didn’t see it for a couple of days… well past cleanable… I’d buy a new foam roller as my dog chewed/ate the last one… (why do I have pets?) some new runners as mine just had a birthday, and probably some new workout tops as mine are getting too big! 🙂

  13. I’ve never managed to do 1 pull up. So I would buy a pull up bar so I can try try and try again.

  14. I would love a slamball and keen for heavier kettlebells. Skipping rope just broke so would replace that with a weighted one! A new pair of trainers would be on the list too!!!

  15. Oooo I would love to put it towards a new wardrobe I have just started exercising and I believe there will be need for a new wardrobe very soon!!!! Save on power = new me!! Hehe

  16. I would put it towards new running shoes and orthotics so that I’m nice and comfy working out 🙂

  18. How would I spend $250!? I would take my family to Queenstown so we can go on the luge. Would love to visit !

  19. I would put the money towards a holiday for my wee whanau 🙂 we haven’t done anything major but are planning on going to the islands next year

  21. I would put the money towards some new clothes that I could show off my new firm body in after exercising in my home gym. 🙂

  22. I would put it towards a squat rack!! Really wanna set myself up with decent rack and a barbell. Just gotta save first 😜

  23. I would put it towards a squat rack! Really wanna set myself up with a decent rack and a barbell. Just gotta save up first 😜

  24. I would love to save that money for my weight lifting shoes if there’s a leftover I’ll use to take my family out for dinner😊😊. Finger cross😍😍

  26. This would be awesome to have at home. Would use the extra money towards a flight down south so my son can get used to flying before we go on a big trip.

  27. I would put the money towards buying some new clothes. Lost some winter weight so need new clothes.

  29. I would probably spend it on food. And some new undies. And new work shoes because mine have holes.

  30. Oh my wobbly bum cheeks… i would put this money towards sorting my broken ninja bullet…man i miss my smoothies. Totally be investing in the over the door pull ul bar, thta has been total highlight finding out about thay bad boy WOW!!!
    Any spare change left over will buy myself and my son a turmeric chai from the unbakery 🙂 Yay

  33. I would put it towards a weekend getaway for my family to Hamner Springs, since we in Christchurch missed out on snow this week, would’ve loved to have gone to soak in the hot pools with snow flakes falling around us <3

  34. It would be a contributing factor towards a family weekend away preferably to either Taupo or Rotorua to enjoy the thermal activity in this cold winter weather

  35. I would buy some new clothes! After losing 30kg in the past year I have a very limited wardrobe. $250 would go a long way in helping. 🙂

  38. i would put the money into the best “stay up no matter what” gym leggings or bib type leggings…no waste band and never fall down!!!! Oh how I long for these…….

  39. I would love to buy some new clothes for me for a change – exercise would be sorted and I’d look stylish instead of mummy frump = winning!! Thankyou for the chance!

  40. I would use that towards my food processor to compliment my healthy eating. Next level home made peanut butter, bliss balls and all the rest. Saving saving dollar by dollar at a time!

  41. I would put the $250 towards the cost of having my boy (dog) Beau’s teeth cleaned, had them done, but yep they need doing again 😀

  43. I would buy myself some new runners. Mine are old and have been worn to mow the lawns far too many times. They need to retire!

  44. I would start my home gym with a 16kg kettlebell, 2x 10kg dumbells, red and green power bands. This would help me do my powerlifting accessory work at home so when I am in the gym I can focus on lifting.

  45. I would put the money towards some new shoes, my current ones really need replacing

  46. Would love to get new glasses as the lense has fallen out of mine. Other wise a family meal at home so I could invite extended family too .

  47. I would throw a gorgeous midwinter Christmas dinner for my Family and friends. Turkey, kumara, roast potatoes, green bean casserole, Christmas pudding, ugly Christmas jumpers and Christmas frackers 🙂 would be so jolly and help us get through the cold and miserable winter

  48. I would use it towards taking my daughter to the snow – neither of us have ever been to the real snow ! We did however visit the snow on be side of the road and had fun he he! Real snow and skiing would be amazing 💕

  50. I’d love to get some new sneakers and some gym gear to help motivate me to exercise! Plus it’d be nice to take my boy on a sushi date 🙂

  51. hit the road – go and see some of those NZ tourist spots I keep putting off. Paeroa here I come 🙂

  52. I would love to say I would treat myself to clothes that actually fit me, but realistically it would probably just go on my son’s birthday party for food and presents 🙂

  53. I would love to get some equipment to get started with Some strength workouts to comliment my cardio done on the treadmill I hire.

  56. I’d spend it on some crosss-training shoes so I’d have some more stability when doing my weights at the gym.

  57. I really need to renew my expired passport within the next month – so $250 would cover the cost of the new photo and the renewal fee

    So expensive – but a must have in my adventure called life

  58. This is awesome! I would totally love any of this gear it is awesome…16kg kettle bell and a 10kg slam ball would be the goods and get me started. Home gyms make for an efficient use of time when you are short of it 🙂

  59. I would put $250 towards some good running shoes and a fitbit to keep me on track

  63. I would put the $250 towards fixing my husbands teeth so he can smile in family photos, he is so supportive of me exercising as he knows I need it for my mental health. So lucky to have him so would love to help him.

  64. I am sooo aftwr a 16kg kettlebell right now . I do crossfit 1-2 times a week and this is the current weight i am doing and would love one for home to practice please. I would use the $250 saved to buy curtains and rails for our house we are currently renting as it has blinds but they are so cold and im sick of my kids getting sick . Definitely what we need at the moment

  66. I would use the savings to buy some much needed fit wear. And stock up on protein powder and if there was any left I’d put it towards sign up fees at the gym 😄😄💪💪

  67. I would literally love to buy one of everything above so that way on those days where I don’t feel like working out I can muster up some energy and use the equipment at home and still make sure I am hitting my regular fitness goals and being consistent !

  68. I’d love to put it toward a new gym mat some weights and just general basics to keep me going and motivated!

  70. I would spend the extra dollars on making sugar free treats and maybe a few whole food cookbooks.

  71. I would love to buy a new bikini and then treat my family to a fun day out where there are plenty of memories made

  72. I’d put it towards birthday celebrations, I’ve got a milestone birthday coming up (30!) and I want to do something special!

  76. I am already a Genisis Customer loyal for 10+ years..I will put it towards my daughters Cheerleading Comps she has back to back Sept 10 & 17. Also a service for my car,wof & rego all due in September too.

  77. I would buy a few kettle bells, a couple of slam balls, a chin up bar and some Dumbbells 😍😍

  80. As much as I would love to work out at home, I definitely need the motivation of being in the gym environment! So I would spend my $250s savings on supplements lol 🙌🙈💪

  82. I’ve been toying with the idea of creating little hygiene packs for the homeless, that’s what I’d like to do with the $250. Putting together a few essentials like toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, tissues, comb, cotton buds, deodorant, hand sanitizer, face/body wipes, etc. There’s just something about feeling fresh and clean, and everybody should have that option!

  84. Would definitely be spending the money on bills- times are tough on the farm. Would love to be able to do strength training at home

  86. I would buy the at home gear to get fit for my upcoming wedding. Working out helps with stress right? Thanks GENESIS ENERGY!!

  87. I would use the money to buy the gym equipment. I need to get fit for my wedding. Exercising helps with stress right?! Thanks GENESIS ENERGY! !!

  88. I could definitely use some more gear for my home gym, my current weights are just not enough anymore and my mat needs to be replaced, so $250 would definitely help out there!

  89. I would put the $250 towards a new pair of running shoes as my puppy just destroyed the ones that I have!

  90. To be honest I’d totally put it towards a BOSU ball, those things are the new Swiss ball I swear! Could just balance on it and watch telly!

  91. With that money i would do a massive food shopping and start baking from healthy alternatives from strach. Also will do meal prep to show my son how to eat healthy on a budget. Beause im sure that shop would last over 2weeks especially if freezer meals are prepared.

  92. I’m going to Greece for a university trip in November, I really need a new suitcase so I would treat myself to a state of the set suitcase with four wheels! My current suitcase is so battered and broken, and one of the wheels gets stuck all the time

  93. argh so many things but id probably buy some new active clothes and a pair of new running shoes

  94. I would buy a set of dumbbells so I can use them at home to supplement by body weight workouts!

  95. Would love to invest in one of this shakti mats as I am always having problems with my lower back/hips. Would also put it towards getting a second hand rowing maching, such good exercise.

  96. Me and the hubby are getting our fitness back on track after a very stressful year so I would put the money towards buying him a new pair of running shoes as his old ones have holes at the front!

  97. 250 would be fantastic right now to fund our family trip to aussie for christmas with grandma. My kids have never had Christmas with my mum so be great to be able to do that finally. I’d love to buy a yoga mat and some kettle bells maybe a resistance band also to get me back into the basics of training on top of running. Great post, am in the process of setting up my own mini gym.

  100. I would buy a few kettle bells, a couple of slam balls, and some Dumbbells . would help me out heaps!

  101. I would spend the $250 on buying equipment for my gym I’m trying to set up in my garage. After being on my own with my 16 month old son for over a year now I’m a bit run down and am trying really hard to prioritise my heath and well being a lot more than I have been! Happy Mummy= happy Son 🙂

  103. I would put the money towards joining a yoga class and a healthy eating lifestyle 😊

  104. i really like that kettlebell addition to the list! Definitely use that in addition with my foam roller for workouts and fast recovery! I would put my money towards intense yoga meditiation!

  105. I’d put the money towards a nutri bullet to get more fruit and vegies into the family with healthy smoothies and protein shakes and extra fruit and vege in the fridge would be fantastic too towards a healthier family 🙂

  107. I am already a loyal longterm Genesis customer, how about they offer people like me prizes instead of just using them to lure new customers from their competitors?
    Look after the customers you already have or they may be lured by offers to switch from your competitors Genesis.

  108. I would put $250 towards a gift to my parents for all their help and support with my wedding earlier this year ….still thinking of someway to repay them!

  110. I have been thinking of joining the gym but between being a solo mum and working full time I’ve found every excuse not to sign up – this $250 would get me off my butt to sign up for 3 month then I’d save for a slam ball – I enjoy working out with those 🙂

  112. Unfortunately I wouldn’t do anything exciting with the money as there are always bills that need to be paid. But I would really love to treat my partner and I to a weekend away. We have always wanted to go to the lost spring together but can never seem to find the time or the money to do so. I would also absolutely love to win some gym gear as I have to drive 20 mins everyday to my gym. It would be nice to be able to just do a workout in my garage at home 😊

  113. I would use it to buy an exercise bike . I have been looking out for one but need to save more money.

  114. I would use it to buy more home gym weights as I’m finding my 5kg, 6kg and 8kg weights are getting to easy and I’m having to do more reps now …I have two children so don’t have time alone to go to the gym except make a gym at home so when they sleep I work out!!!
    5months postpartum and motivated more then ever !!! Loving it!

  115. Been really wanting a squat rack, barbell and rubber bumpers… $250 doesn’t really go far but it might get me a bar. Hey! Better than nothing!

  116. I would put the money towards airfares so my parents could come and see me graduate at the end of the year. What’s a special occasion like that when you can’t share it with the one’s you love. I find it hard to fit in the gym with the long hours I work and it would take my home work out to a whole new level having some gear to go with just using my body weight.

  118. I’d put the money towards doing Kris Carr’s 21 Day Crazy Sexy You course. It’s a great way to clean up my diet.

  119. my husband had to get teeth removed so this $$$$ would go towards paying this bill off

  120. This is a great prize btw 🙂 I am training to become a personal trainer and would love to use the money to buy equipment for setting up a fantastic Bootcamp. My fav sport that I am currently training in is Boxing. Also hope to get my level 1 boxing coach license once I have done my PT course, I qualify Jan, so summer time will be perfect to motivate other mums. The other reason Ill love to buy equipment is being able to offer free boxing lessons to the womens refuge ( prob once a month or fortnight) and building women’s confidence up too, so would need get some boxing pads and gloves

  121. I would put the money towards buying some more fitness gear for myself as I have lost some weight recently so need some new tights and tops! I would also buy some health food staples for the cupboard such as some greens powder.

  122. I would like to have a home gym as I never had one and I really need to get back into excerise again and loose some weight and become fit again

  123. I would put the money towards flights home for christmas. It’s been 4 years since I’ve had a christmas at home 🙂

  124. I’d definitely use that money for a small weekend getaway with my partner or maybe just some new shoes 🙂

  125. Hmmm I’d either use towards a birthday weekend get away to catch up with friends and family and do some shopping or I’d put it towards PT sessions for the remainder of the year before starting Barbell next year!

  126. I would put it towards a relaxing weekend away with my partner. We have spent 4 years in a long distant relationship while I have been completing my degree. Now that graduation is only 2 months away I would love to celebrate by spending some quality time with him

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