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Shed & Shred Fitness
Shed & shred
The shed office, or “shoffice”, is being replaced by the “shym”, the shed conversion that allows us to work out whatever the weather, in the privacy of our own homes. What was seen as an indulgence, pre-COVID, is now normal. Ditch the gym fees. All you need is a spare square of land and a shed, plus some of the latest equipment on offer.
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TRX Suspension Training Kit
Not just equipment, but an App to match. Choose from dozens of workouts specific to your goals and lifestyle and listen or view on-screen as you’re coached every step of the way. RRP $319.95. trxtraining.com.au
The Step
Using a stepper is a low-impact way to incorporate explosive, powerful moves into your workout. A top-rated platform on Amazon with over 4,200 positive reviews, this stepper can be purchased with a set of two or four risers to up your workout intensity. The risers come with non-skid feet that prevent them from shifting out of place to protect you from injury. RRP $39.70. amazon.com.au
Les Mills on Demand
The global sensation, born and bred in NZ, Les Mills offers more than 1,000 workouts in strength, cardio, HIIT, martial arts, cycle and yoga. World-class instructors to motivate and push you. Beginner to advanced workout plans. Stream from your TV, laptop, mobile or tablet. Download workouts on iOS and Android. Compatible with Chromecast and Airplay. signup.lesmillsondemand.com
The Mirror
The Mirror is an interactive device that offers a variety of high-tech workouts and virtual personal trainers and classes with the touch of a button, then reverts to a reflective décor piece when you’re done. With a subscription to Mirror’s training program you’ll get access to thousands of workouts for every skill level. The program’s 20+ genres of exercise include boxing, yoga, barre, cardio, strength training and much more. RRP $US1,495 ($2,099) + $US39 ($55)/month. mirror.co
Fast-track fitness
Make the most of your training with these tried and tested tech wonders from Power Plate. Power Plate® Roller™ is a portable vibrating massager that helps relax and rejuvenate tight and sore muscles to help you prepare faster and recover quicker. Taking classic foam rolling to a new level, the Power Plate® Roller™ also helps release fascia and promote blood flow to help you prepare faster and recover quicker. With a massaging texture, the Power Plate Roller has three vibration intensity levels, plus Rhythmic Pulse (Oscillation Mode). At only 1.3kg, it’s portable and compact with around two hours’ battery life and a charge time of three hours. Comes with a limited one-year Manufacturer’s Warranty. RRP $199. The Power Plate® Mini+™ is a quiet, ultracompact, portable handheld massager that is convenient enough to take with you everywhere you go. This pocket-size massage gun gives you a spa-like treatment and integrates easily into your busy daily life. Designed to reduce pain and help relax and rejuvenate tight and sore muscles, the Power Plate® Mini+™ comes with two unique attachments as well as the USB-C charging cable and a lightweight drawstring carrying pouch for storage and travel. RRP $299. More at powerplate.com.au