Affordable Home Fitness Equipment all Parents Need
A client recently asked me to recommend one piece of equipment for home workouts that is also affordable. My answer? A suspension trainer or Olympic rings. If you’re a parent, a suspension trainer doubles as a fun activity for your kids and its one of the most affordable home fitness equipment.
You might expect me to suggest dumbbells or kettlebells, but a suspension trainer offers a better return on investment (ROI). It’s more affordable than multiple dumbbells or an adjustable set, works anywhere with a high anchor point, and delivers a full-body workout. Plus, kids can play on it, building strength, confidence, and proprioception. The suspension trainer is one of the most affordable home fitness equipment for parents.
1. No More Excuses
A suspension trainer (ST) at home eliminates excuses. You can crush a full-body workout without leaving your living room.
Bored? Do a quick set on the ST.
Hang it in a high-traffic area and knock out a few reps every time you pass by.
Short on time? Swap TV for exercise.
Kids craving attention? Let them join in—it’s fun for the whole family.
With an ST, you run out of reasons not to work out.
2. Be a Role Model
Show your kids what hard work looks like. Demonstrate that exercise isn’t about social media hype—it’s about performance, movement, and health. Your kids don’t always listen, but they’re always watching. They mimic your habits, good and bad.
When you push through a tough workout, you teach them it’s okay to struggle. Invite them to join you on the suspension trainer. Let them hang, explore, and play games like “how long can you hold on?”
Make exercise fun to foster a positive relationship with movement.
Ditch the idea that exercise is just for weight loss or looks. Show your kids it’s a privilege—a “get to,” not a “have to.” Make it a normal part of life.
3. Kids Can Play and Grow
Kids can use the suspension trainer to play while building grip strength, core stability, proprioception, and confidence. Early movement boosts their mental well-being and creates a lifelong love for exercise.
By making exercise fun, you shift their mindset from “I have to” to “I get to.” For too long, people viewed exercise as a tool for weight loss or elite athletes. Instead, teach your kids why movement matters.
Share benefits like:
• It feels great
• Keeps us healthy
• Builds strength
• Shows what our bodies can do
• Improves movement
• Enhances sleep
• Boosts learning
• Helps us run faster, jump farther, and play better
These focus on health and function, not appearance.
Parents, Your Kids Are Watching
Your kids observe every habit—good and bad. To foster a healthy relationship with exercise, lead by example. Your actions shape their habits around fitness and food.
Check out these videos from my Instagram for inspiration:
Affordable Home Fitness Equipment
Parents, get a suspension trainer. Here are two great options based on budget and preferences:
TRX All-in-One Suspension Training System: Perfect for full-body workouts at home, travel, or outdoors. Includes indoor and outdoor anchors.
PACEARTH Gymnastics Rings: Wooden Olympic rings with 1500 lbs capacity, 9ft numbered straps, carabiners, and a door anchor. Ideal for home gym workouts.
Both have pros, cons, and price differences. Choose what suits you and your kids. My kids prefer the rings—they find them more stable for play. Both are affordable and great addition to the home for parents.
Try This Full-Body Workout
Here’s a 20-minute AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) to get you started:
- Deep Squat: 8 reps
- Rows: 8 reps
- Hamstring Curls: 8 reps
- ST Push Ups: 8 reps
- ST Fallout: 8 reps
Progress by completing more rounds in 20 minutes or trying harder exercise variations. Rest as needed and enjoy!
Questions? Email me at cory@caruthersfitness.com. I’m happy to help.
Ready to make fitness a family adventure?
Grab a suspension trainer today and start building strength, confidence, and fun for you and your kids. Transform exercise into a “get to” moment for your whole family-show now and take the first step! Take the first step by getting this affordable home fitness equipment.