I am interested in purchasing a home gym / squat rack for personal development.
I have been moderately active using weight training for about 2 years. A calculation based on the US Navy method * indicates I'm currently at 21.6% body fat. I'd like to be leaner; if I had to use a number, it would be below 20%. I'm 64.
I'm currently tracking calories and macros daily, and weight, neck size, and abdomen (waist) circumference weekly. I'm moderately active, focusing on a 1 hour weight training program every other day. I recently joined, and have yesterday cancelled, membership in Planet Fitness. I cancelling because pf did not offer what I wanted out of a gym, namely free weights and a squat rack. Prior to this I was a member of Anytime Fitness.
But now I want to look for something I can do at home. My parameters are pretty simple:
Total budget between $500 and $750 for the squat rack / assembly (Barbell, weights, and bench will be a separate expense.)
Focus is on squat, bench, press, row, dead.
I have a limited exposure to home equipment. I'm not looking for suggestions on a training program, or using kettlebells, crossfit, gyms, etc. I want to focus on classic weight training. What I would appreciate is some guidance on what to look for in selecting a home gym / squat rack. Right now I don't know what I don't know. So, if there are features with significant benefits to look out for, or construction methods, or designs that are better, I'd appreciate any input.
As an example, I went online and found this Force USA $499 rack. The problem is, I don't know how to evaluate if it's a good choice.
https://www.forceusa.com/collections...roducts/myrack
I have no problem buying used, either, but that will depend on what's available to me locally or on the typical shopping services. New is fine, but if I can save a buck by acquiring something with some mileage on it, no problem.
So:
What are the good, solid, basic home gyms / squat racks out there in this price range?
Any companies to avoid?
Any companies to look at?
Best value for money?
Tips on what to look for in rack construction?
Do home gyms / squat racks have standard fittings for accessories?
Should one look out for certain features, specifically?
Thanks. Appreciate any input.
*
https://rippedbody.com/how-calculate...at-percentage/