Wondering what bits of functional fitness equipment are actually worth getting for your home gym? Then keep reading for our top 5 picks that’ll help you get in shape without needing to head to the gym.
It’s that time of the year again when we reflect on the past year and make resolutions for the new year. If losing weight or achieving a better physique and fitness is on your list, it’s important you equip yourself with the right tools to make your journey easier. Functional fitness equipment not only enhances your workouts but makes your fitness journey more enjoyable and effective.
Functional Fitness Equipment
From Murgs Panther Grips to the Bulldog Gear Barbell and the Curve Runner Treadmill, these top five must-have bits of functional fitness equipment will help you crush your fitness goals in 2025.
Murgs Panther Grips 3-Hole
Lift the bar with ease with the Murgs Panther Grips. Perfect for beginners or advanced gym enthusiasts, these grips work well without gym chalk, providing the ultimate grip. They’re a brilliant bit of functional fitness equipment to help prevent sore spots on your fingers and palms and are so comfortable you’ll forget you were wearing them.
They are retailing for £19.99 but with our discount code GYMFLUENCERS, you can get 10% off.
Pulsio Sauna Pod
The ultimate recovery pod from Pulsio, the Sauna Pod is a must-have for serious fitness enthusiasts. Compact, easy to set up and very convenient, the Pulsio Sauna Pod is ideal when you want to recover from those intense workout sessions right from the comfort of your home.
Pulsio Sauna Pod can accommodate a height of up to 6′ 4” while standing and is wide enough to stop you feeling hemmed in. Featuring a large window and dual exits, you can easily set up your home sauna in seconds and take it down just as fast. It comes with a steamer unit, steamer dispenser, the Pulsio Sauna Pod, remote controller and a manual.
Get the Pulsio Sauna Pod for 10% less than the original price of £399.99 when you use our discount code GYMFLUENCERS.
Bulldog Gear – Men’s Cerakote 20kg 7ft Olympic Barbell
The Cerakote 20kg 7ft Olympic Barbell from Bulldog Gear is the perfect piece of functional fitness equipment for heavy lifting. Featuring dual knurling marks that are great for Olympic lifting and powerlifting, the Bulldog Gear is 28mm in diameter and weighs 20kg.
Each weight sleeve of the BullDog Gear Cerakote 20kg 7ft Olympic Barbell has 5-needle roller bearings that give the barbell a smooth rotation. Each sleeve is also friction-wielded, guaranteeing maximum strength.
Going on the BullDog Gear website for £204.00, you can save 10% by using our discount code GYMFLUENCERSAGENCY.
Bulldog Gear – Scimitar Prowler Weight Sled
Get toned in the coming year using the Bulldog Gear Scimitar Prowler Weight Sled. It is designed for pushing and pulling with different hand grip positions you can explore. It also features a carabiner eyelet that you can attach a sled strap to.
With its UHMW plastic ski pads, you can protect your gym floors from damage when used in your home gym or outside. The Bulldog Gear Scimitar Prowler Weight Sled is quick to dissemble and assemble and doesn’t take up space in your home.
Although retailing for £295.00, with our discount code GYMFLUENCERSAGENCY, you save 10% when you purchase the Bulldog Gear Scimitar Prowler Weight Sled.
Bulldog Gear – Curve Runner Treadmill 2.0
With an easy-to-use LCD console, track your metrics like heart rate, speed, calories and distance with the Bulldog Gear Curve Runner Treadmill 2.0. This non-morised treadmill offers complete control and performance, making it a great tool for your functional fitness workouts.
You can use the Bulldog Gear Curve Runner Treadmill 2.0 for functional HIIT workouts and is perfect for your home gym. The build quality and sleek design make the Bulldog Gear Curve Runner Treadmill 2.0 a stylish addition to any home gym. Supporting a maximum user weight of 180kg, you can use this treadmill without a power source.
Rather than spend £2,695.50 on the Bulldog Gear Curve Runner Treadmill 2.0, get 10% off when you use the discount code GYMFLUENCERSAGENCY.
Functional Fitness Frequently Asked Questions
Let’s take a look at some commonly asked questions on functional fitness and their answers.
What is functional fitness?
Functional fitness focuses on improving your strength, coordination, balance and flexibility. It does this by imitating everyday movements like bending, lifting and twisting, improving your mobility.
Is functional fitness good for weight loss?
Yes. Functional fitness can aid weight loss when you incorporate movements that build muscle and burn calories. Some of these exercises include kettlebell swings, squats and lunges. However, they should be paired with proper dieting.
Is functional fitness the same as CrossFit?
No, functional fitness and CrossFit are not the same. CrossFit includes HIIT workouts like weightlifting while functional fitness focuses on low-impact exercises according to your needs.
Is functional fitness CrossFit?
Functional fitness is broad, while CrossFit incorporates functional fitness principles. CrossFit uses functional fitness exercises but in a high-intensity and competitive format, making it more specialized.
Is functional fitness cardio?
Functional fitness can include cardio depending on the workouts. For instance, it can include mountain climbers and burpees which can elevate your heart rate and boost cardiovascular endurance.
Is functional fitness effective?
Yes, it is very effective for improving mobility, and overall strength and preventing injuries. Functional fitness can also enhance your daily performance by targeting different muscle groups.
Is functional training better than weights?
This depends on your fitness goals. Functional training focuses on improving daily performance while weightlifting aids in muscle growth and strength. If you want to build muscle, focus on weightlifting. However, for overall fitness, functional fitness is a great idea.
Is functional training good?
Yes. Functional training can be of great help to people of different fitness levels. It helps to improve your core strength, coordination, injury risk reduction and balance. If you are an athlete or a senior, incorporating functional training into your workout routines is a great idea, especially when you use the pieces of functional fitness equipment from our list above!
Is functional training HIIT?
You can incorporate HIIT into your functional training exercises. The combination of HIIT and functional training makes an effective workout that reduces fat, and improves strength and endurance.
