Body Weight

There’s no need to pack barbells, dumbbells and kettlebells, because wherever you go, you’ll always have a set of weights with you, ready to help you gain muscle strength and tone. Body weight exercises make use of what you’ve got, and by enhancing these exercises with some clever equipment, you can make them all the more effective.

There’s a piece of body weight exercise equipment to target every major muscle group. Body weight accessories come in all shapes and sizes, from simple resistance bands and aerobic steps, through pull-up bars and push-up handles, to plyo sets and ab machines.

At GymQuip we offer a complete range of fitness equipment and accessories designed to utilise body weight to build and tone muscles and increase aerobic capacity. Our Canberra superstore is home to Australia’s largest fitness showroom, and have an extensive range online, filled with every fitness item you can imagine (and a few you can’t).

Not sure which body weight equipment is right for you? Get in touch with our expert team on (02) 6280 4447 or at gymquip@gqfitness.com.au. We send equipment to your door Australia-wide (with a generous shipping and returns policy), and offer a best price guarantee on all items!

Body Weight Equipment FAQS

What’s the best body weight exercise?

The best bodyweight exercise will change depending on your fitness goals – some are more focused on strength, others are more aerobic, and most target a specific muscle group. Push-ups, sit-ups, squats, planks, jumping jacks, burpees and lunges are just a few of the most common body weight exercises.

Can you get fit with just body weight exercises?

Yes, you certainly can. The diversity of body weight exercise, particularly when you use the right equipment, means that you can work on every muscle and your aerobic capacity. The main area in which body weight exercises can come up short is high-end weight training.