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I’m tired of everyone using these Amazon sales for the regular stuff. Yeah, man, if you want a new MacBook, some AirPods, or a new TV, go for it. I will not stop you. In fact, it’s my job to help you find all the best products, and I’ll do it gladly. But what do I personally think is good to buy during these big Amazon sales? Fitness equipment.
I’m not trying to shame anyone into working out. It’s actually the opposite. I think a lot of people want to work out, but the biggest barrier to getting fit these days is the cost. Corporate gym memberships are out of control, and homegrown small-business gyms are still getting priced out of existence. The logical next step is to build a home gym. Sure, a new floor, rowing machine, or treadmill is a huge one-time cost. But if you’re smart about it and shop these sorts of sales, you can do it for cheap. Then you’re set for life.
The Amazon Spring Sale—and all the Amazon sale events, honestly—is the place to do that smart shopping. There are some incredible deals to be had. Chief among them are 20 percent off a commercial-grade NordicTrack treadmill, 34 percent off a Garmin smartwatch, a power cage for $250, and 22 percent off a Theragun PRO. If these discounts are anything to go by, it’s a great time to outfit your garage, shed, or patio. Then it’s free workouts for years to come.