Tip of the day: Create your own mini-gym for under $100[SIZE=-1] If you've had to cancel or put your gym membership on hold to cut costs, a home workout can be a great, inexpensive way to exercise and keep up muscle strength. Try dumbbells, resistance bands, a floor mat, and stability balls to keep your workout interesting while building strength, especially in your core (the muscles in your abdomen, back, hip, and pelvic areas).
Read more on how to create your own mini-gym for less than $100 and watch our video (right) on home gyms for less.
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