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Fitness | March 17, 2021
Foam Roller
Great for myofacial massage release – helps with muscle soreness and muscle recovery. Regular massage with foam roller can also improve your flexibility.
36 Inch Round Foam Roller
Great for myofacial massage release – helps with muscle soreness and muscle recovery. Regular massage with foam roller can also improve your flexibility.
36 Inch Round Foam Roller
Balance Ball – 65cm
I use exercise ball for my upper body and abs workout – it’s a great equipment for strengthening your core. I also use it here and there in my Stretch & Tone workouts.You can buy your own exercise ball (also known as balance or stability ball) here:
Balance Ball
I use exercise ball for my upper body and abs workout – it’s a great equipment for strengthening your core. I also use it here and there in my Stretch & Tone workouts.You can buy your own exercise ball (also known as balance or stability ball) here:
Balance Ball
Power Bands
Great equipment for adding extra challenge to your bodyweight exercises especially in lower body workouts. I also use them in my Stretch & Tone workouts.You can get your own set of power bands here:
Power Bands
Great equipment for adding extra challenge to your bodyweight exercises especially in lower body workouts. I also use them in my Stretch & Tone workouts.You can get your own set of power bands here:
Power Bands
Pull Up Station
I love my pull up station and wouldn’t change it for anything. Using the pull up bar is one of the best ways to build your upper body and core strength.
You can get your own pull up bar power tower here:
I love my pull up station and wouldn’t change it for anything. Using the pull up bar is one of the best ways to build your upper body and core strength.
You can get your own pull up bar power tower here:
If you’re a beginner/intermediate or if you don’t have too much space at home, I recommend this portable and foldable pull up bar that also offers easier modifications:
If you don’t have the portable, foldable pull up bar, then you might also need regular dip bars.
Assist Pull Up Band
Assist Pull Up Band
is what I recommend for anyone who doesn’t have the strength to do a regular pull and wants to learn fast without being frustrated. I have the red band which gives you only a light support for the pull ups. The blue or the green band are the ones I recommend for complete beginners because those provide the most amount of support. You might want to start with blue and later on you can progress to the red band.
Assist Pull Up Band
is what I recommend for anyone who doesn’t have the strength to do a regular pull and wants to learn fast without being frustrated. I have the red band which gives you only a light support for the pull ups. The blue or the green band are the ones I recommend for complete beginners because those provide the most amount of support. You might want to start with blue and later on you can progress to the red band.
Pull up bar for the doorway
If the power tower is not an option for you, you can also get a simple Pull up bar for the doorway:ProSource Multi-Grip Chin-Up/Pull-Up Bar, Heavy Duty Doorway Trainer for Home Gym
If the power tower is not an option for you, you can also get a simple Pull up bar for the doorway:ProSource Multi-Grip Chin-Up/Pull-Up Bar, Heavy Duty Doorway Trainer for Home Gym
What can I do if I don’t have a pull up bar or even the option to get a pull up bar for home?
You can improvise by using 2 chairs and a broomstick like I did in this video: https://zuzkalight.com/workouts/5-minute-workout-shoulders-back/
You can improvise by using 2 chairs and a broomstick like I did in this video: https://zuzkalight.com/workouts/5-minute-workout-shoulders-back/
Sliders
One of the most popular series in the ZGYM is the 15 minute fit slide that uses the sliders as a way to strengthen your entire body with low impact exercises using the sliders. Great for beginners and advanced, or anyone who wants to build bulletproof abs.Here are my suggestions:
Sliders for Carpet
Sliders for Hardwood Floors
One of the most popular series in the ZGYM is the 15 minute fit slide that uses the sliders as a way to strengthen your entire body with low impact exercises using the sliders. Great for beginners and advanced, or anyone who wants to build bulletproof abs.Here are my suggestions:
Sliders for Carpet
Sliders for Hardwood Floors
Jump Rope
There’s no better equipment that will take care of your entire body, and provide super effective fat burning cardio, than a jump rope. It’s easily portable and you can get the most effective workout with it in less than 1o minutes. I use jump rope in my workouts a lot so if you want to workout with me and be a bad ass, I suggest you get your own.Here’s a Jump Rope
I can recommend.You could also consider getting Airope: https://www.amazon.com/Weighted-Ropeless-Crossfit-Exercise-Training/dp/B01D0CW34U/ref=sr_1_1?s=sports-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1512245620&sr=1-1&keywords=airopeIt’s a jump rope without the rope – really good for beginners or for low ceilings.
There’s no better equipment that will take care of your entire body, and provide super effective fat burning cardio, than a jump rope. It’s easily portable and you can get the most effective workout with it in less than 1o minutes. I use jump rope in my workouts a lot so if you want to workout with me and be a bad ass, I suggest you get your own.Here’s a Jump Rope
I can recommend.You could also consider getting Airope: https://www.amazon.com/Weighted-Ropeless-Crossfit-Exercise-Training/dp/B01D0CW34U/ref=sr_1_1?s=sports-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1512245620&sr=1-1&keywords=airopeIt’s a jump rope without the rope – really good for beginners or for low ceilings.
Dumbbells
I think everyone should have a pair of dumbbells at home. I use 12 lb dumbbells with flat edges
For complete beginners who want to follow the Bunny Slope Workout Program I recommend 3 lb dumbbells
I think everyone should have a pair of dumbbells at home. I use 12 lb dumbbells with flat edges
For complete beginners who want to follow the Bunny Slope Workout Program I recommend 3 lb dumbbells
Kettlebells
How to choose your Medium Size Kettlebell:
True Beginner Female 15-18lbs for your medium kettlebell
Beginner Female 18-22lbs kettlebell
Intermediate Female – 24-26 lb kettlebell
Advanced Female – 26lbs – 31lbs
How to choose your Heavy Kettlebell:
True Beginner Female -26-31bs
Beginner Female – 33-38lbs
Intermediate Female – 40 – 44lbs
Advanced Female – 44 – 53lbs
The medium 26lb Kettlebell
(what I typically use) is perfect for upper body exercises such as the overhead press. I use the 44 lb kettlebell
(I call her The Beast) for challenging lower body exercises such as the KB swing, deadlift, or squat. It’s the best equipment for shaping up your legs and glutes.
(what I typically use) is perfect for upper body exercises such as the overhead press. I use the 44 lb kettlebell
(I call her The Beast) for challenging lower body exercises such as the KB swing, deadlift, or squat. It’s the best equipment for shaping up your legs and glutes.
Exercise Mat
An exercise mat is important and you will need one for almost every workout in the ZGYM. There are a lot of bad quality exercise mats that slide and eventually shred once you start jumping on them and putting them through all the beating of your daily training. I found a great mat that really lasts and doesn’t slip: Gaiam Eco-Grip Yoga Mat, 3mm
An exercise mat is important and you will need one for almost every workout in the ZGYM. There are a lot of bad quality exercise mats that slide and eventually shred once you start jumping on them and putting them through all the beating of your daily training. I found a great mat that really lasts and doesn’t slip: Gaiam Eco-Grip Yoga Mat, 3mm
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massachusetts, united states
Thank you for this, been wondering about your mat , mine shreds if i use my sneakers on it.
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utah
What do you suggest for a foam roller for someone who has never used one before?
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lake tahoe, nv, usa
Thank you for your question – I have added the link to a foam roller into the post.
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switzerland/, france
I like soft foam roller and use the one from MELT method, but the Sissell brand is great too. it is comfortable yet effective and can be used for pilates too and of course the MELT -ing method too (which is really specific and not like “ironing” or “wash-boarding” on a standard foam roller) it is more pricey but a real life-time health investment.
if only one had to be done, this would be THE ultimate tool (+ some yogaTuneUP balls serving the same purpose but complementary to the roller and more transportable)
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Laila, do you have a link to the one you recommend? If it is available on Amazon that would be great too.
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switzerland/, france
I think I ordered the MELT from their website with the dvd and hand and feet balls. Just Google melt method or search on amazon
Soft foam roll, yoga tune up balls.
My comments tend to be blocked with links.
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Thanks for the list! It is great to know what you recommend. My balance ball deteriorated and I am looking to purchase your recommendation. I notice the one on Amazon referenced is no longer available. I wonder which one you think is good. Thanks!
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brandon, sd, usa
Hi Z, Just started your bodyweight beginner and bunny slope program. My husband and I were looking at your equipment and are too heavy for most affordable pull up bars. Do you have a suggestion of exercises we can do in replace of using pull up bar? Thanks
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ft. lauderdale, fl, usa
Hello Zuzka, what is the brand of the medium weight kettlebell that you actually use? The link you provided offers to buy a kettlebell that has blue stripes on both sides of the handle and I’ve never seen any stripes on the one you use in your workouts.. thanks!
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I’m pretty sure it’s from Dragon Door/RKC. They are pricey but good KBs. Every once in a while you can find one on eBay.
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ft. lauderdale, fl, usa
Thanks Cara! It would make sense since Zuzka is RKC certified.
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Hi Z! I’m looking into buying the Power Tower but I’m reading some of the reviews on the Amazon site and they aren’t very positive. Some people say it’s cheaply made and others are saying the grip for the pull up part is either too wide or too narrow. Is the link you posted definitely the same power tower you have? Thanks so much!
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Hello Zuska,
What do think about weighted vests? All hype?
Thanks,
Carmen
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JUMP ROPE in EUROPE.. can someone please tell me where they bought the jump rope? the one recommended by ZU is only available on amazon.com i.e. in the States
Thank you for any help
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STRETCHING BAND.. the recommended one *CEVO is not available on amazon in Europe *at least Italy and the UK. There are other straps but they seem to have smaller loops.. any help please?
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san antonio, texas
Just read awesome reviews of the ropeless jump rope. I’m so so so excited to order this. My skills need work plus I workout in a tight space. So looking forward to adding the cardio jump rope series.