01.Introduction
Strength training is vital for physical health. The recently revised US Physical Activity Guidelines specifically recommend at least two sessions of strength training per week, with a session that works all major muscle groups typically taking between 20 and 30 minutes.
CHOICE found that with a little shopping around, some creativity and just $100, you can establish your own home gym based on resistance bands and/or free weights for your basic workout, and some optional extras for added benefit.
Please note: this information was current as of November 2009 but is still a useful guide today.
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