You don’t need a garage full of equipment to get stronger. A smart, minimal setup can cover strength, conditioning, and mobility. The minimal home gym checklist Adjustable dumbbells or a dumbbell set Resistance bands (light + heavy) A sturdy mat A jump rope or compact cardio option A bench (optional, but a big upgrade) Recovery basics: foam roller or massage ball How to use it (simple weekly structure) Day 1: Full-body strength (squat/hinge/push/pull/core) Day 2: Conditioning
