Reddit reviews Unipack One Set of 2x52.5Lbs Adjustable Weight Dumbbell Cast Iron Total 105Lbs

Pullup/Chinup Bar

Adjustable Dumbells Get these instead

Optional: Adjustable Bench

Total ~$320 after shipping. Can probably find cheaper stuff from other brands or on craigslist.

There isn't a muscle in you body you can't work with this setup.

EDIT: Didn't notice how light the dumbells were. Found a heavier and cheaper set.

> I could go up to about $100

Craigslist would be your best bet. If your local craigslist market is poor I would probably go with http://smile.amazon.com/Pair-Adjustable-Dumbbells-Cast-Total/dp/B007WKK5HE/ref=zg_bs_3408401_11.

I got 52.5# adjustable dumbbell sets on Amazon for cheap - here:
http://amzn.com/B007WKK5HE

One Pair of Adjustable Dumbbells Cast Iron Total 105 Lbs

Yeah 1kg is definitely too light. Adjustable dumbbells are going to be your best bet. For a really inexpensive option, these are probably your best bet. You could add or remove as much weight as you need with these and if he ever needs to go heavier then you could probably just buy more plates anyway (if you do this, make sure you get the right plates for it, I think these come with 1" holes but I'm not entirely sure). As they come, both dumbbells fully loaded add up to a total of 105 lbs (~47.5 kg) and they bring plates in increments of 1.25 lbs, 2.5 lbs, and 5 lbs, so for starting off light he'll have several options.

If the price isn't much of an issue, then the Powerblock is probably a good option as well. I have absolutely no experience with these myself, but the when I was searching for adjustable dumbbells myself I saw the powerblock recommended several times.

Anyway, if you don't like either of the options I sugggested, then just search up "adjustable dumbbell" on your own and find something you think he'd like. Also, getting a pull up bar in addition to the dumbbells is probably a good idea as others have mentioned, they're fairly inexpensive and pull ups are a great exercise. Last thing, if he wants to get serious about fitness and weightlifting then I'd suggest pointing him toward the FAQ here since it has loads of information, and even a dumbbell stopgap routine so he'll know what exercises to do besides curls. Hope this helps!

TLDR: Search up "adjustable dumbbell" and "powerblock", decide what you can afford, show him the FAQ and the sidebar here.

EDIT: Added info about FAQ and sidebar

I borrowed a set of the Bowflex adjustables and found that I didn't like them. The handles have a comfortable grip but the weights really stick out, making them awkward for many exercises.

My solution was to get one set of these 52.5 lb adjustables and 2 extra sets of handles. They do take longer to change weights than the Bowflex, but I find their shape easier to wield. Every once in awhile, I wish I had more plates, but they can be purchased easily enough.

You could also do a build-your-own rack with only the weights you use. Depending on your strength, you might only need, say, 5-50 lbs for P90X.

i ordered these and am very happy with them. i was looking at the bowflex adjustable ones, but these are way cheaper and i find that i can adjust the weight during my rest between sets, so no real time lost.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007WKK5HE/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Home gym with:

How ever many of these it took to fill the room.

Squat Rack.


355 lbs of Bumper Plates

Weight bench

Olympic bar

Stud Pull Up Bar

Rings

Dumbbells.

Parallel Bars

Treadmill of some sort.

Heavy bag/Speed Bag stand

Bag

Hang Boards

Campus Boards

Indoor Bouldering wall.

Don't think I am missing anything.

portable workout bench that's somewhat decent and folds to a manageable size.

For cardio, just go out for a decent jog or quick paced walk!

one decent pair of adjustable dumbbells that goes up to 52 pounds each. Not really all that heavy, but enough for a moderate workout daily and can still add up to an intense one if you incorporate calisthenics.

No excuse now! :p

I have a cheap, but reliable recumbent bike: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002KV1MJU

I think I'd recommend jumping rope, jogging, or doing some HIIT over a recumbent bike, though.

For strength:
A door frame pull up bar: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001ND04U4
Push up handles: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002OEQ50Y
Set of adjustable dumbbells: http://www.amazon.com/Pair-Adjustable-Dumbbells-Cast-Total/dp/B007WKK5HE

A weight vest or belt, something to add weight to body weight exercises like pull ups, dips, and push ups. These can get spendy (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002IU8ZCA), but are a good way to continue progressive overload on body weight exercises.

A bench with incline/decline and leg raise/ham curl piece on the end.

" I can't have that due to not having enough time for the gym and lack of space in my apartment."

Those are excuses. If you want to see change you need to make it a priority. If you don't have 30 minutes of free time during the day you have bigger problems than getting in shape. I'm calling bullshit on not having enough space for a set of barbells.

https://www.amazon.com/Pair-Adjustable-Dumbbells-Total-Unipack/dp/B007WKK5HE/ref=sr_1_8?s=exercise-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1492539071&sr=1-8&keywords=adjustable+dumbbells

You mean you don't have enough space to store a set of dumbells like this? Sorry I just call it like I see it.