HOME WORKOUT EQUIPMENT
Here are some product that I STRONGLY recommend for working out at home!
#1 RIPCORDS resistance bands! If you only get one piece of equipment, let it be RIPCORDS!
DO NOT BUY CHEAP RESISTANCE BANDS,They wont give you the workout your looking and they also brake easy. The ONLY Resistance bands I recommend are RipCords
You can buy some bullshit “wall-mart” brand resistance bands if you want, but when they brake and snap your goofy ass in the face, don’t tell people that I told you to get that shit.
The Pull up Bar and the RipCords will cost you less than $100
And they will last for years!!!
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#2 A Good Pull up bar.
I am not as picky about the pull up bar as I am a bout the resistance bands. You can get just about any pull up bar. The one below is one of the BEST (and it is the one I use) but if you find a cheaper one than its ok to get that. I like this one because i can get a MUCH wider grip than I can with the cheap ones. That wide grip helps develop your back better!
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#3 “The Human Trainer”!!! I LOVE “The Human Trainer”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fP9wgV4qRu8
The ”Human Trainer” Is an elite total body suspension gym that you can use in at home. With the The ”Human Trainer” you can do hundreds of exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries, all at the intensity you choose.
I like The ”Human Trainer” WAY better that other suspension gyms like “TRX” because The “Human Trainer” has TWO Dual-anchor suspension straps!!! Two suspension straps nearly eliminate the rubbing on your arms and neck which you get from using a single-anchor, suspension gym like TRX. The Dual-anchor suspension straps also allow you to preform more exercises like “DIPS” that are totally impossible with a single-anchor, suspension gym.
Another advantage that ”Human Trainer” has over a single-anchor suspension gym like TRX, the fact that YOU CAN USE IT ON A PULL-UP BAR! The main reason that I never bought TRX was because you HAVE to drill anchors into your wall to use it! Thats fine for your home (you can use anchors for the ”Human Trainer” too) but what a bout when your on vacation? Now I can bring ”Human Trainer” to any hotel and no matter how shitty the gym is, as long as they have a pull up bar, I can use the ”Human Trainer” to get a great workout! This is also great for people that cant (or don’t want to) drill anything into your wall that will be permanent, now you can just attach the ”Human Trainer” to your “Iorn Gym” style pull up bar and take it all down when your done!
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Weight Set
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This Weight Set is a lot like the one I have at home. Click Here to buy it
Arm Blaster
Arm Blaster
This is my favorite piece of bicep equipment! I think this is BY FAR the fastest way to get BIGGER ARM! If you want bigger arm click here
82 comments
kallan says:
Feb 3, 2011
hi
unfortunately i live in australia and am unable to purchase the ripcord bands as the shipping costs more than the product itself. would there be any other resistance bands that you would recommend ? , there are plenty on ebay but i am afraid of them snapping in my face!
BRANDON CARTER says:
Feb 3, 2011
I don’t know about the shipping to Australia, but i can tell you to NEVER buy cheap resistance bands!!!!
Nacho says:
May 25, 2011
So how much would be a great resistance bands set ?
Rog says:
Oct 12, 2011
Hey dude, buy bodylastics resistance bands. Best bands you can buy. don’t know if they ship to australia though. check out bodylastics.com.
Ahmed says:
Feb 4, 2011
Hello Brandon, Hope you’re doing well.
My mother is 50 years old she has been complaining about a pain in her nick from the right side all the way to the shoulder for months, she had a surgery long ago in the armpit area, they took off 3 quarters of a gland called lymphoma, and she thinks the pain might be caused by the surgery since she was having some pain after the surgery in the same nick to shoulder area but not as much as now, she took many massage courses but no results , we went to 3 doctors they said there is nothing to be afraid of it might be the muscle, in that area the muscle is so tight and it feels like if she tried to carry something heavy or stretch a bit its going to cut in half, it might not be something you know about but bro I need your help to tell me what to do if you can help me.
Best regards
Ahmed
BRANDON CARTER says:
Feb 12, 2011
Sorry bro, I am not qualified to give medical advice. I will pray for you and your Grandmother
Ahmed says:
Feb 14, 2011
It’s okay man, Thanks.
Jermaine Davis says:
Feb 12, 2011
Is the human trainer better then the “body by jake” home training system? i have a gym membership but i see you be getting it in just as hard in the confines of your own place.
BRANDON CARTER says:
Feb 12, 2011
I think the body by jake is a joke. well, maybe not a joke. but your NOT going to get BIGGER with it but cuz it dose not provide enuff resistances. It WILL build endurance and may help you get more definition. The Human Trainer will help you get BIGGER and MORE RIPPED because you can makes you use your own body weight. You ever see the guys that do gymnastics rings in the Olympics? They are Always in the best shape!!! The Human trainer is the same concept as gymnastic rings, but it made for working out instead of doing tricks.
Joel Portillo says:
Feb 14, 2011
Hi Brandon!
Frequent visitor.
My wife is trying to get me back into my health fitness routine. So tough with things going around in my day to day job, life at home with the wife, fixing meals, etc. So I’m looking for the alternative to the weights (which just take so much room and tend to scuff up the floor, or if you get a mat, just takes up room too). I want to downsize and quicken my routines/equipment. Would you suggest buying the resistance bands instead of using weights, can I get the same benefit? Do they ever become too “lite” that you just have to buy more bands to get the added effect? Also, my wife doesn’t want me using one of the door frame pull up bars. I’m thinking of buying the human trainer and anchoring it to my garage ceiling. Will this work instead of a pull up bar? Will it hold a person’s weight from your experience? Thank you for your time and God bless.
BRANDON CARTER says:
Feb 14, 2011
You have a good wife man! A set of RipCords comes with a bunch of great bands that go from Light to CRAZY Heavy (the heaviest one is almost TOO heave for me!) so you will defiantly get the same benefit. “The Human Trainer” comes with TWO mounts that you can anchor to your ceiling easy so you wont need a pull up bar at all!!! If you get “The Human Trainer” and RipCords you will have every thing you need to get in the best shape of your life without having to leave your home! Keep me posted on what you decide.
Joel Portillo says:
Feb 15, 2011
Awesome…all the way! Thank you for the input. Now I just need to get the stuff, bring it home and set it up. I’m actually more excited now to workout. I haven’t bought your workout…yet. Will you try to set them up accordingly to the human trainer as well? Or are they adaptable? Thanks again for your great input. I hope someday I can eat like you too…gotta love them wings man.
Abhishek singh says:
Feb 23, 2011
Hi,Brandon
i am 22 yrs old i have done gym 2 years back for 6 months but i left it,and now my body is not in shape i loss my weight.i want to start my workout in my home especially chest,arms and abs.and i have not much money to gor for the gym,so please suggest me some workout for my daily routine.thanks
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Thitipon says:
Feb 23, 2011
I think your suggest is the best,
Alll your HOME WORKOUT EQUIPMENT also great too.
Only if I live in USA
I can’t find those here in Thailand.
Shipping cost make me think twice to order it.
But Thanks anyway
Irwing says:
Apr 6, 2011
was good im 5’11” bout 140 skinny but i play sports my whole life well not now cause im 21 i been out of school for a while so i no im out of shape but one thing i never got was weight i eat like i been starving for years but i never gain weight at all i wana get atleast 160 of pure muscle but i been the same weight since middle school. and i cant eat certain food like seafood cause im allergic to it so i want to know if your plan got plans for non seafood eating people like me cause i cant eat it and cause i eat alot of meat on my behalf.
BRANDON CARTER says:
Apr 6, 2011
Try drinking a gallon on 2% milk a day (NOT ALL AT ONCE!!!!)
Gautham says:
Apr 18, 2011
I have been working out in gym for past two years and from this academic year i will not able to go to gym as i have to concentrate on my studies and projects of the final year.I have gained enough mass on my body since two years.My question for you is,will i b able to retain the mass gained in these two years by doing home workouts using resistance bands?
Gautham says:
Apr 18, 2011
I have been working out in gym for past two years and from this academic year i will not able to go to gym as i have to concentrate on my studies and projects of the final year.I have gained enough mass on my body since two years.My question for you is,will i b able to retain the mass gained in these two years by doing home workouts using resistance bands?please do reply
BRANDON CARTER says:
Apr 21, 2011
yes! you may want to get a pull up bar too. I have not been inside a gym in over 2 years bro
Gautham says:
Apr 22, 2011
That is awesome,you are a gem.Thanks for the reply.
Tony says:
May 24, 2011
I like your Abs workout routine…similar to what I used to do when I was in the U.S. Army. Great Stuff!
Sayed says:
Jun 7, 2011
Hey Brandon
i tryed ordering the ripcords but the postage to australia was severval times more then the cords. i got some of ebay instead, i know u said to avoid th cheaper cords but is there really a signifficant difference between the two?
talib says:
Jun 20, 2011
I travel a lot too, what do you recommend for using instead of the pull up bars can can work just as effectively.
BRANDON CARTER says:
Jul 4, 2011
Most hotels (even cheap motels) have at least a pull up bar in there gym. but it they dont have ANY kind of gym, the Rip cords can be used for almost any thing
jakeline says:
Jun 29, 2011
hi brandon , do you konow if the workouts for women should be different fron men???
if i wanna gain muscle on legs for example what kind of exercises would you recommend ? and is the bodyweight workouts better than the workouts iin the gym with dumbbelss? Please reply
BRANDON CARTER says:
Jul 4, 2011
Its REALLY hard for women to gain as much muscle as a man cuz you dont have as much testosterone. having that said, you should work out just as hard as a man. here is a good leg work http://highlifeworkout.com/2010/10/19/leg-workout-to-gain-muscle-fast/
Manraj says:
Jul 14, 2011
Would you say the home workout is better then going to the gym and would you gain allot of mass working out at home then the gym???
Bubbs says:
Jul 14, 2011
Hey.. seriously man.. there is so much bad and confusing advice out on the internet but this site is refreshingly excellent, to the point, real world highly effective functional strength and flexibility that gets results in the fastest possible time.
Good work !
Manh Nguyen says:
Jul 19, 2011
Hi, my name is Manh Nguyen. I’m 6″00 and 225 lbs. I’ve been struggling with my weight and getting a 6 pack. I’m NOWHERE near a 6 pack and I’m pretty sure my body fat is still higher than 25%. I’m trying to get into shape for my varsity basketball team. I’m deciding to try your product but it’s still expensive for me. Plus, I have nowhere to pay online so it’s another problem.
BRANDON CARTER says:
Jul 23, 2011
whats your diet like? are you using the diet in my program?
Adam says:
Aug 5, 2011
B, I’m 169, 6ft even. I have the GFlex, reistance bands, pullup bar, dip bar, pushup bars and will power. I can’t seem to shed the belly I have on my six pack. I’d like to be at 175 and ripped. Hard gainer and hard belly losing. What to do?
Kris says:
Aug 7, 2011
Can the Rip cords be used to work all the muscles in the body? And do they help to improve strength, tone, size or all?
Kyle Sandford (@True_Reflection) says:
Aug 7, 2011
Aye bro I have used rip cords and they are very good bands, but I purchased some bodylastics bands (Terell Owens edition) I found them to be much better because the handles are detachable so it has way more resistance than rip cords because u can link all bands to 1 set of handles. My set is like 254 lbs of resistance. They also have DGS technology which means they have a cord in them that won’t allow them to snap. They cost the same as rip cords as well as coming with ankle straps, extra handles and door anchors. They range from 40 to 100 dollars.
SXXR says:
Aug 12, 2011
Hi,
I’m a 14 year old guy and I’m in my school football team. My coach asked me to workout as muscle will be an advantage in the long run but I’m scared as I’m only 5’4″ and I hope to be atleast 5’10″ by the time I stop growing. My parents are not tall either, they are 5’6″ and 5’3″ so I know I may not have the genes. I have read somewhere that lifting weights and working out as a teen might stunt your growth. Is it true? What types of workout do you recommend for me?
BRANDON CARTER says:
Aug 23, 2011
Whats up bro. Working out as a teen will NOT stunt your growth. You can check with your doctor and they well tell you the same. your height is going to be determined by your DNA. I am taller that both my parent so you still have a shot at being 5’10. thats the average height of an NFL running back, but some are A LOT shorter! Most men dont stop growing untill some were btw the ages of 18 and 21, so you have some time.
SXXR says:
Sep 9, 2011
Now that I’m assured, is it possible for me to get a 6 pack in exactly 2 weeks?
shahbudin husin (@budinwmaju) says:
Aug 14, 2011
Hi Brandon, u are my inspiration i just want to know which part of my body should i work first between cardio, abs, chest, biceps, and legs.
BRANDON CARTER says:
Aug 23, 2011
Thanks a lot bro. your going to want to split up the the body parts by day. I explain it all in full detail in my program. its WAY to much info to type here. good luck
Daniel says:
Sep 1, 2011
Hey man Im 14 years old, 5,9 and weigh 195lbs. I have been working out lately and i was wondering what do you think i should do to lose weight and gain muscle at the same time. Also any diet plans i can follow?
Jose says:
Sep 7, 2011
Do u recommend me to use drop sets in all my work out, i mean, biceps, triceps, abs, etc, using the rip cords?
LIM says:
Sep 10, 2011
there is one call Spartan Workout
Amar Ridzwan says:
Sep 21, 2011
HI, Brandon
I have watch a lot of workout video in youtube but your video is only i trust and follow..
Thanks for all the video and great tips.
MOVE ON BRANDON..
Amar Ridzwan says:
Sep 21, 2011
HI,
I have watch a lot of workout video in youtube but your video is only i trust and follow..
Thanks for all the video and great tips.
MOVE ON BRANDON..
Amar Ridzwan says:
Sep 21, 2011
sorry for this double comment
jonny says:
Sep 28, 2011
Hi brandon was watching your videos on youtube mate i have given up smoking and i dnt want to put on to much wait just enough to get a good body good abs and a good set of arms what kind of a diet would i need to do mate have looked everywhere. cheers nate and keep up the good work with helping others.
vron says:
Oct 7, 2011
Hi Brandon,
Somehow my earlier post was deleted. Anyway my question was working out on ripcords = dumbbells?? Please let me know.
I am really not sure to go with adjustable dumbells or human trainer from ripcord site.
Thanks,
Ron
paul warren (@pwarn25) says:
Oct 9, 2011
Hey Brandon, your product looks awesome, but I have a question before purchasing. Is it possible to do the entire workout in which you focus on 1 muscle group a day for 5 days (love this concept also) all at home without a gym membership? I have free weights at home and will get the ripcords and a pullup tower. Will this be enough. If so, I will purchase today and let my friends know about purchasing also.
paul warren (@pwarn25) says:
Oct 9, 2011
Another question, could the Human trainer replace the pullup bar or tower? I live in an old apt and it’s hard to install a pullup bar anywhere and the towers are expensive, so could the human trainer replace those?
ammar0466 says:
Oct 13, 2011
Brandon I see you use skipping rope in your youtube, can you suggest any brand skipping rope you use, why you not put skipping rope as one equipment?
thanks
Jennifer U says:
Nov 2, 2011
I’m 38 and had abdominoplasty 4 months ago & am ready to begin defining my new abdominal muscles. I also had a breast reduction, (though I like the results, they made them a bit smaller than I had hoped for), so in wanting to lose 10-15 lbs & tone up, I don’t want to lose anymore size in the breast area. I want to tone up my biceps, lats and most particularly my inner thighs. I have lost a lot of weight prior to my surgeries and there’s excess skin that needs tightened up & I want my body to match the new abs which I want to define just because I finally can now that I no longer suffer from a severe diastasis recti. Any recommendations on where to start & go from there?
Hugo Pires says:
Nov 3, 2011
Hey Brandom,
Just a quick question, can the home workouts be enough to get me fit? Or should this be like just a supplement to a more intense gym workout?
Thanks and keep up the good work!
nevar says:
Nov 4, 2011
i love you <3<3<3<3<3<2
Steve Flounders says:
Nov 6, 2011
Hi, im trying to get bigger for football while working out at home, im trying to build muscle and weight not burn fat and build muscle. im about 6’0 160 but im pretty strong for my size. what do you recommend i do to get bigger. I own a TRX Suspension training system.
Hafiz says:
Nov 18, 2011
Hey Brandon, i am 15 years old small boy, all my body looks bones only, does any useful supplements + workout that can make me more tough and i can see it in 1 month?
Franky says:
Nov 22, 2011
Hey Brandon My Names Franky Im 16 Years Old and I Workout Alot Im Toned But I Wanna Be Cut And Bigg Like You Can You Give Me And Tips?
BRANDON CARTER says:
Nov 25, 2011
That whats up my dude. Download the program. Its way to much totype here homie. You can do it!
franky says:
Nov 29, 2011
A Brandon It Wont Lett Me Download The Free Trial Workout
dustin salisbury says:
Dec 8, 2011
Hey man. Love your videos on youtube. But i tried to download the free trial on your website but it wouldnt let me.
Ethan Feick says:
Dec 5, 2011
What food has the most protein
Daniel says:
Dec 20, 2011
How can I get a good leg workouts from just dumbbells?
I feel my muscles working in all exercises I do except legs
I’m squatting and lunging with 30 lbs dumbbells but I don’t feel it in my legs and I could go on for hours without tiring my legs, just my lungs.
Except increasing the weight but my adjustable dumbbells just fit 3 plates per sides, what other ways there are to really hit the legs with such a minimum equipment?
Thanks
JoeyN says:
Dec 24, 2011
Hi Brandon, i was wondering what kinds of workouts would build more strength and muscle, and what should i do if i am not strong enough to do a workout such as a pull up?
erik says:
Dec 25, 2011
Hi branding, I’m 15 years 5’4 and 151 I have a layer of fat on my stomach and i can tell that i do have a six pack under I just don’t know how to get rid of it, I’m also trying to get my arms a lot bigger I have a muscular body but a lot of fat I just want to get bigger in about 1 to 2 months so I can ask out this girl, Please Reply
erik says:
Dec 25, 2011
I don’t want to het rid of the six pack in case you miss understood I know when I read my comment it sounded messed up
Luke says:
Jan 3, 2012
Hi Brandon, I’m wondering if you could suggest the best home execises for me. Im 16, 5’8 and weigh about 127lbs. I’m ordering some dumbbells and the ripcords as you suggested on this page. So basically what exercises should I do in particular and how long does it take before you start noticing changes in muscle size and definition?
Thanks
tankstager says:
Jan 25, 2012
Hey Brandon I have a men’s health power strip work out band set that straps onto the door. I usualy dont like resistance bands because it seems to me that they get lighter as you release them unlike weights that stay the same weight through out the motion. do you think the power bands I have are good or not and am I correct in my thinking that the bands get lighter?
bob says:
Jan 27, 2012
hey brandon i only have a pull up bar , dummbels and a exercize ball is that ok for the highlife workout plan????
jonothan says:
Feb 2, 2012
hey brandon, do you recommend the powerblock dumbells?
BRANDON CARTER says:
Feb 12, 2012
They cost a lot, but they are cool
Jordan Russell says:
Feb 2, 2012
Hey Brandon. Im 14 years old, 5,10″ and 170 lbs. I have a little bit of chub on my belly, but i wanna lose it. I want to get abs, but mainly just make my stomach. Do you have any tips on anything. Like exercises. I dont have any workout equipment, but i think im going to buy your highlife thing. I am planning on doing track this year and i just want to get in shape. If you can help me out, I would appreciate it a lot.
Thanks.
Med says:
Feb 17, 2012
Hi Brandon,
I wud like to know if i can build lean muscle with resistant bands (ripcords) only? For a half an hour a day (cuz this is the only time i have lol.) And a half an hour of cardio?
Im a male 19 years of age, hight is 5’9″ waist 33 inches. And for sure i want that SIX pack abs lol. Plz get back 2 me.
Thanks any questions feel free to ask.
GOOD LUCK
Med says:
Feb 17, 2012
I wud like to know if i can build lean muscle wi resistant bands (ripcords) only? For a half an hour a day (cuz this is the only time i have lol.)
And a half an hour of cardio?
Im a male 19 years of age, weighs 150, hight is 5’9″ waist 33 inches. And for sure i want that SIX pack abs plz get back 2 me.
Thanks any questions feel free to ask.
ankit sharma says:
Mar 2, 2012
can u ship equipments to india ?
ahmed says:
Mar 12, 2012
i can’t get every 30 second in app store
BRANDON CARTER says:
Mar 14, 2012
Hey Ahmed,
Its call “Gym Boss” its FREE!
abraham says:
Mar 21, 2012
I’m about to turn 13 and I was fat but I’m geting riped abs cuz of u
BRANDON CARTER says:
Mar 21, 2012
NICE!!!
Albert says:
Mar 23, 2012
Hey Bandon I was just wondering what your height and weight is? Also what’s your best advice for someone who is wanting to develop a chest like yours? My chest is a trouble spot for me and am looking for some good suggestions. Thank you
jason says:
Mar 24, 2012
Hey Brandon,
I`m now 14 years old and I want to workout. One problem: I`m really skinny. I`m 5.7 ft tall and 127 pounds. what should I weight?
ps: sorry for my bad grammar, I`m from the netherlands
Rico Suhanta says:
Mar 24, 2012
hey dude,,you are my best inspirational youtube player,,because i have to do all sport in my home,,are you serious about bodybyjake wont get bigger?i need the best home equipment which can train all body,thanks
Joe says:
Apr 7, 2012
Hey brandon,
I’ve been working out for a while now but I’m still having trouble getting definition in my abs wihtout flexing. I do have a six pack but its unnoticable when im not flexing
Thanks.
samee says:
Apr 8, 2012
hi my name is samee my age is 26 my height is 5.6 & i am from india i wnt to increase my height is their any execrise to increase at home only bcz i cnt afford any equipment bcz of same financial problems pls help me out with ths problems
jonothan says:
Apr 12, 2012
hey brandon is it normal for my muscles to still be really sore after two days of one of your workouts?