{"id":1573,"date":"2025-01-11T13:35:20","date_gmt":"2025-01-11T13:35:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movewithnicole.com.au\/blog\/top-5-fitness-tools-hammer-and-chisel.html"},"modified":"2025-01-11T13:35:20","modified_gmt":"2025-01-11T13:35:20","slug":"top-5-fitness-tools-hammer-and-chisel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/health\/top-5-fitness-tools-hammer-and-chisel.html","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Fitness Tools | Hammer and Chisel"},"content":{"rendered":"

Any trainer who knows his craft will tell you that buying equipment for a specific program doesn\u2019t make sense. Not only is it a waste of money, but it also becomes a waste of space when you\u2019re done.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s what makes the following 5 fitness tools so effective \u2014 for a minimal upfront investment, you\u2019ll have everything you need to tackle not only The Master\u2019s Hammer and Chisel\u00a0but most other fitness programs as well.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for the secret to setting up the ultimate home gym, that\u2019s it: equipment versatility.<\/p>\n

You want gear that allows you to perform the broadest array of exercises possible, so you can pursue any fitness goal imaginable \u2014 whether it\u2019s slimming down, bulking up, getting ripped, or becoming more athletic and functionally fit.<\/p>\n

Think of it this way: By purchasing the following gear, you\u2019re not only enabling a 60-day transformation with The Master\u2019s Hammer and Chisel \u2014 you\u2019re also giving yourself the tools you need to stay fit, lean, and strong for life.<\/p>\n

And if you want to take the minimalist approach, you don\u2019t even need all 5 \u2014 you can complete the entire The Master\u2019s Hammer and Chisel program with just a stability ball and resistance bands with a door attachment.<\/p>\n

5 Best Fitness\u00a0Tools for The Master\u2019s Hammer and Chisel<\/h2>\n

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1. York Flat-to-Incline Bench<\/h2>\n

Flat benches cost less, but adjustable benches give you access to a far greater number of exercises. We like York\u2019s commercial grade Flat-to-Incline Bench because it can take years of abuse and still look new.<\/p>\n

Eleven gauge steel construction makes it nearly indestructible, while high density foam makes it comfortable without being too \u201ccushiony.\u201d Plus, it\u2019s adjustable to six positions.<\/p>\n

If the upfront cost of a bench makes you cringe, you can modify the bench exercises in The Master\u2019s Hammer and Chisel with the OzHelp Premium Stability Ball. (York Flat-to-Incline Bench: $399.99, FitnessGiant.com; OzHelp Premium Stability Ball: $36.95, Beachbody.com)<\/p>\n

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2. B-Lines Standard Kit of Resistance Bands<\/h2>\n

Make no mistake: Resistance bands aren\u2019t just for beginners and older folks; they\u2019re for anyone interested in packing on muscle or losing unwanted fat.<\/p>\n

Unlike free weights, bands provide resistance through an entire range of motion, forcing you to maintain muscular tension during both the contraction and extension phases of a lift.<\/p>\n

The result: More strength in less time.<\/p>\n

But don\u2019t just take our word for it: In a\u00a0study of elite soccer players, those who trained their legs with bands built 30 percent more muscle than those who did not.<\/p>\n

Our favorite resistance band package is the B-Lines Standard Kit ($39.95, Beachbody.com). Three sets of bands provide three levels of resistance equivalent to 15-, 20-, and 30-pound weights.<\/p>\n

Need more of a challenge? Buy the B-Lines Super Kit. It costs the same as the Standard Kit, but includes bands equivalent to 20-, 30-, and 40-pound weights.<\/p>\n

Added bonus: If you want to save money, all of the dumbbell moves in The Master\u2019s Hammer and Chisel can be modified with resistance bands.<\/p>\n

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3. PowerBlock Dumbbells<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you want to use dumbbells, you only need a couple of pairs to start your transformation with The Master\u2019s Hammer and Chisel. But to optimize your results, you\u2019ll need to buy more as you become stronger.<\/p>\n

Another option: Purchase \u201cSelectorized\u201d dumbbells. Our favorite brand is PowerBlock. Men should opt for the U90 Stage II model, which allows you to select from 5 to 70 pounds in each hand, replacing almost an entire dumbbell rack for a fraction of the money and space.<\/p>\n

Women will be fine with the U90 Stage I model, which adjusts from 5 to 50 pounds in 2.5-pound increments. ($379 and $518, PowerBlock.com)<\/p>\n

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4. P90X Chin-Up Bar<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s a reason why trainers consider chin-ups and pull-ups two of the best exercises you can do: When done right, they hit just about every muscle in your body.<\/p>\n

If you have a door frame with sturdy trim, invest in the P90X Chin-Up Bar. Its heavy gauge steel construction can support up to 300 pounds, and its multiple grip positions allow you to perform more exercise variations (and target more muscles) than a basic straight bar.<\/p>\n

Plus, it\u2019s not permanent \u2014 installation and removal take just a few minutes. If you find unassisted chin-ups too difficult, pick up the Chin-Up Max. When secured between the bar and your foot, the adjustable rubber tubing will provide a gentle lift to help you bang out more reps.<\/p>\n

Another option: Skip the bar entirely and use your B-Lines resistance bands with a door attachment (available in the Upgrade Kit). That will allow you to perform easier chin-up alternatives \u2014 like the lat pull-down \u2014 that target the same muscles. (P90X Chin-Up Bar: $59.95; Chin-Up Max: $39.90; B-Lines Upgrade Kit: $9.95 \u2014 all available on Beachbody.com).<\/p>\n

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5. OzHelp Core Comfort Mat<\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t need a fitness mat to tackle The Master\u2019s Hammer and Chisel (or any other workout program for that matter), but if you use one, your joints will thank you \u2014 especially if you do plyometric exercises.<\/p>\n

The OzHelp Core Comfort Mat puts 15mm of pliable foam between you and the ground, shielding your body from jarring impacts, and your floor from sweat and scuffs. ($29.95, Beachbody.com)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Any trainer who knows his craft will tell you that buying equipment for a specific program doesn\u2019t make sense. Not only is it a waste of money, but it also becomes a waste of space when you\u2019re done. That\u2019s what makes the following 5 fitness tools so effective \u2014 for a minimal upfront investment, you\u2019ll […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1574,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[34,45,151],"class_list":["post-1573","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health","tag-autumn-calabrese","tag-beachbody-programs","tag-resistance-training"],"blocksy_meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1573","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1573"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1573\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1574"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1573"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1573"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1573"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}