There are many Italians who, unable to attend gyms anymore, have started training at home. This is a great way to keep fit and improve your mood. Following the right rules, excellent results can be achieved. However, often not all the necessary tools are available in their homes. Fortunately, they can be built with readily available materials. Here’s how to make DIY tools to train at home.
What to use instead of dumbbells
Dumbbells are certainly among the most useful items for training at home. These can be replaced with items already present in all kitchens. Here’s how to make DIY tools to train at home. The easiest way to get makeshift dumbbells is to recycle old plastic bottles. Depending on the weight you want to lift, the bottles can be filled with water, sand, stones or dried legumes. The same can be said of plastic canisters, which have the added advantage of having a handle. The lifts are thus easier. You can also tie cans and bottles to a broom handle: you will get a barbell. Those who are content with lighter weights can also use canned foods as small arm weights.
How to recycle basketballs and socks for home training
Another useful object for training is the medicine ball. To make it at home, you need to get an old basketball. It is then necessary to cut a hole in the ball. With the help of a funnel, the ball can be filled with stones until the desired weight is reached. The hole must then be closed with packing tape or with the help of a kit to repair flat tires. Finally, it is possible to obtain cuffs and anklets by recycling old socks. Just fill them with stones or legumes and tie them around the wrists or ankles.
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