Machine Rower
What is the best machine to get? rower, bike, boxing bag, or eliptical? I dont want to deal with repairs.?
In my experience, people who buy equipment with the firm intention of working out at home spend more time on the sofa than the crosstrainer, treadmill, rower etc. So I have seen A LOT of money get wasted on things which end up getting stored in the garage or under the bed and end up being sold on Ebay at a huge loss. My advice is save that money and spend it on an annual membership at your local gym. Even cheaper, buy a good pair of running shoes and join your local running club. Running peeps are very open to newbies and very friendly environments.
Whatever you end up getting, make sure its something you actually enjoy. A boxing bag will be a huge waste of money and space if you soon figure out that you get nothing out of boxing and kicking?? (Also about repairs: remember how heavy boxing bags are... not a clever idea if you have a plasterboard ceiling!!!)
What do you like doing?? You seem quite unsure. Why not try all these things out at the gym and figure what you like best as an exercise? That way you have the best chance of actually keeping it up at home.
If it HAS to be a "machine" and space is no problem I would advise you get a treadmill.
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