I feel like putting the two words "Budget" and "Rogue" together just doesn't make sense. That aside they do make some real nice stuff.

Who else is here because of the COVID-19 outbreak?

I bought my entire gym from Rogue, certainly wasn't cheap but the customer service and quality are well worth it.

“Budget” and “rogue” is like “budget” and rolls royce

How to setup a cheap home gym, Step one never buy from rogue fitness

@6:22 I'm going to use horizontically in a sentence today.

I really enjoyed this video. Choices in home gym equipment can be overwhelming. Starting from scratch, I think this is a great set up. Brandon is confident in his choices, while adding a bit of humor. Rouge should really consider supporting him. I'm more ready then ever to pull out the credit card and get my home box built!

$170 for a flat bench on it's own is absolutely ridiculous

Been searching for a good home powerlifting setup around $2K and this video was exactly the setup I wanted. Ordered it all 2 weeks ago and it arrived and was set up yesterday. Only change was that I went with the SML 1 rack due to height restrictions. All in and with a few horse stall mats from tractor supply I spent $1980 (which included shipping). The setup is even more impressive than I anticipated and these Rogue parts are built like a tank. Thanks for all the useful info👍

100% agree about Rogue price/quality. Buy once, cry once, workout for years.

Love this! Been looking into this more and more, after my and fiance get our house we're building an extra building for a home gym... with a big screen tv and Elder Scrolls for adequate rest periods

Very detailed and informative! Super helpful my friend. Thank you😁

Yes to more videos on home gym set-ups - do different set ups for different prices

Loved the video thinking about getting this for my home while I’m on “lockdown”

Wow! By far the first thing I noticed was your natural flow of explanation and instruction. Bonafide KZfaqr. Thanks for sharing some of these budget tips. I'm in the market for a home gym set up and this video is right up my alley. Again, Thank you! Subscribed!

Thank you, this video was amazing!

My dude just said the word "horizontically"😂😂

Great video Brandon! If you have a basement with a low ceiling like me, the Rogue SML-2C is a tight fit. Instead, I'd recommend the Rogue S-1 Squat Stand 2.0, which is also $100 cheaper than the SML-2C. It's only 2x3-inch steel versus the 3x3-inch on the SML-2C, but it's totally adequate for those of us pushing less weight. You can also get spotter arms for the S-1 and I definitely recommend them. Just wanted to mention that for your viewers who might be vertically challenged.

great vid. needed this!

Super helpful for my set up. Thank you.

Never thought of building a home gym till now

I looked at Rogue when I was pricing my setup but ultimately went with a Canadian company that makes budget equipment called Northern Lights. I was actually impressed by the quality/feel of their 72" squat stand (low ceilings) and for $300 Canadian pesos you can't go wrong. Plus, they have a ton of accessories for their 2x3" rigs that are dirt cheap. Something to consider for other folks north of the wall who want decent gear that doesn't break the bank -- spend that extra monies on a good bar. .... dat LVD tee doe.

Hell yah. Looking to get these before the year is out to start my dream gym!

I love these videos! More of them please

I'm trying to get my brother into making a fitness equipment company. He's a mechanical engineer, and was a welder before going back to school for engineering (also he got a position as a teacher's assistant a the welding shop on campus during that time). I think he could make amazing pieces, and he knows all about the materials, designs, etc. Oh, he is also a competitive power lifter, so he knows the weight side of things :P

I clicked on this video because it said "budget" and its $2k LOL

Great video! Keep em coming

Great video!!! Thanks for the info.

My gym membership is $26 a month and I can swim in a pool after I lift. About 7 years of membership would be equal to a $2000 home gym. I think the 7 years of membership is better value. Although it would be nice to take 10 minute breaks between heavy sets and not have people sweating me for the rack.

Gyms hate him!

Good Video Man, it really help me up

I found your channel while trying to start my garage gym. You still have the best example of how to build a floor. Anyway, based on your suggestions back then, I ended up with what you just described in this video but without Rouge and instead, on Craigslist. It took patience but I did it for about half what u said and i ended up with some accessories and an air conditioning unit installed (I'm in az). I wish I knew how to load a pic with this comment, but anyway, thx Brandon. Your videos have helped me so much. I am better because of people like you. Thx dude.

Though I understand that the term "budget" simply means within a certain pre determined range of money to be spent, I feel that alot of people would certainly not find two thousand dollars to be within the typical connotation of the word. Maybe I am in the minority here, but its definitely out of my realm of "budgeting". I do understand that this video is showing a budget home gym in the context of brand name, brand new equipment. So, in that sense, it could be looked at as a very nice set up for the minimal amount of money one could spend for this brand. But realistically a person could set up a home gym for a fraction of the money spent in this video. You said you are of the opinion that if youre going to to do it, you should do it right the first time, rather than buying things that are to simply hold over until you spend more money on better items. I do agree with this. I bought my home gym equipment around two years ago. Easily the best investment I have ever made in myself. I have not had a more consistent and productive 2 years of training in my entire lifting career. I dont have a ton of formal education or a well defined career path. Im just your average guy working a very average job and live a bit more modestly than others, so my choice of gym equipment was limited to my budget of considerably less than two thousand dollars. For an initial cost of about seven hundred dollars I was able to set up a perfectly usable and (so far, two years in) durable home gym in a spare bedroom. A full power rack, flat bench (with incline), barbell and a couple hundred lbs of assorted plates. Oh, and 20 bucks got me a pair of olympic dumbell handles so I could do all barbell and dumbell movements with the same plates. The only used part of the initial set up were the weight plates. Everything else was brand new. Im just throwing this out there for the sake of discussion. Maybe someone comes across this video and sees the 2000$ price tag and then gets slightly discouraged if they are in the same financial position as a guy like me. It can be done for much, much less money than this, even without scouring craigslist for hours looking for beat up, used equipment. Not saying theres any particular fault with your video brandon, you clearly stated it is specifically for a ROGUE build. I just wanted to join the conversation. I have 2 or 3 videos on my channel if any one is interested in seeing some of what I have. I am no where near your strength level but you can see that everything holds up well enough for me. Anyway I just thought I would share another perspective and add something to the conversation. Enjoy watching your videos dude, take care.

If you have the room, always go for a squat rack over a squat stand. The stands are better than nothing, but the racks always have so much more accessories you will want. I could replace some of the free standing machines I have with much smaller accessory attachments for a rack. Also, when you are going with "full size" squat stands, they can take up as much floor space as a small rack. As I said on the other video, if you are looking for budges, go to Titan Fitness, they are much cheaper and free shipping.

What screen capture program did you use for this video? There's a lot out there, looking for a decent recommend. Thanks!

Just purchased that exact squat stand last month. Fantastic. Ohio power bar is also Incredible. My decision was completely based on space though. Tomorrow I'll get myself a full rack. Great vid man.

Who the fuk does Rogue think they are not wanting to sponsor Brandon Diamond!

Shout out to Titan.Fitness. Been using one of their racks for about three years now and it's still solid. Rogue is still the king when it comes to quality but if you're trying to get big on a budget, I would definitely recommend checking them out. One of the best features they offer are 82 inch height versions of almost all their racks. That height is great for basement gyms.

Thanks for the help

I remember an article from a fitness magazine wherein a group of African body builders with great physiques were working out in this entirely homemade gym. Their Dumbells were short lengths of pipe formed into concrete blocks cast to thier ends. Thier plates were more concrete blocks with chains cast in to slip over the bars. Their barbells appeared to be lengths of axle shaft welded together. It blew my mind. It proves that it's not the gym or the equpment it's the motivation!

you'd want 2 pairs of 10 lb plates to cover all weights such as 85 lbs

I wish I had room in my apartment to have a home gym...

Nice video! I'm sure someone will appreciate seeing this and hearing your opinion. I love your outtro music, by the way.

This is badass man. Please do more videos like this. I am absolutely going to build a garage gym.

I was maxed out after the barbell... X-D

Hey Brandon Campbell Diamond, can u please do a video on a budget home gym under 500 dollars. That would be a great vid. -Keep up the great vids XD

Great video, helped a lot. Quick question. Do you think 7’ is enough depth to use this rack to bench press? Have a small room 11’ x 7’

thanks for the info very helpful

Man I wish I lived in the states, this would be like 2 times as much in Canada :(

for any of my UK mates out their strength shop got some good stuff and its cheaper than rogue with similar quality but obviously you get what you pay for. brilliant video brandon with stuff like this i some times lose interest and then you say some dodgy shit that make me wonder if the video moved on to something else and i start watching it again

Excellent videos on home gyms. By watching your previous videos, I went and bought almost everything (except a bench because I already have one) brand new from Lacertosus in Italy directly from their showroom in Parma. Cheapest power rack + Olympic barbell + 540 lb worth of iron plates + 100 lb Log + farmers walk for roughly 1500$ (1400€). For people living in Europe this is the best quality/price rate you will never get!!! And thanks for all the info! High quality videos! Keep it up man!

Just did most of this. SML-2C, safety arms, single bar. Waiting for those barbells to be back in stock. Really helpful vid.

I can't figure out why people spend sooo much money on these squat racks when all I've ever used them for is bench and curls. SEEEEEEET!!

I stopped at the barbel, $225, may be budget for someone who's already pretty advanced. Not me. I am looking for beginner stuff cheap, but decent quality.

Took your advice: Cancelled my gym membership because I'd hardly ever go anyways but mainly because this Rogue stuff is something I can pass on to my kids in a couple of decades, its damn good quality! Got a SML-2C blue squat stand with spotter arms and plate holders, great color, no ragrets. Went with the black bumper plates with the white print though because of how thin they are, 260lb set, great quality and one of the cheapest options on the market. Got the Ohio Bar instead because of its 28.5mm diameter and very happy with it. Blue cerakote to match. Decided to get a nicer bench, the Rep Fitness FID AB-3000, absolutely perfect for a home gym. All in, was under $2000. Definitely not a budget option tbh but its something that will outlast me and probably my kids later too. Highly recommended and thank you for your advice!

I literally asked this question today for recommendations on equipment. Just in time Brandon!

I need 10 pairs of 100 lb plates for curls

The delivery person (gender neutral) is going to get all kinds of gainz.

great video thanks for the info

Rogue should sponsor you. Youre 90% the reason on why I bought their equipment, several thousands dollars of equipment. Rogue should recognize 😏

crazy seeing all these things in stock lmfao right now i cant get anything

5 pairs of 45ers? LOL. I've been hitting the gym 5 days a week for 6 years and still haven't needed the first pair.

This is the exact set up I have in my house. I don’t once regret buying rogue fitness. Maybe this is why they didn’t sponsor you. Your doing some free marketing for them. 👍🏻

Any thoughts on the folding rack RML-3W vs. the option you have. Good timing on video. Been pricing out my gym for 2 weeks. Just about to pull trigger.

INB4 GoFundMe

You should do crossfit and get sponsored by rogue. Lol

is the stand compatible with the Matador dip attachment? I love the squat stand and would prefer this over a full rack to save space.

Brandon do u know if the dip attachment (I think it’s called the Matador) work with most of their squat stands?

Can I start a gofundme so people can help me buy a set up? I dollar = 1 lb added to your bench

“Some people would rather go to a gym and pay $10 a month” $10 a month?!? what gym is that cheap

I’m planning on a similar set up at home and had a question about horse mats/gym mats. Would two 4x6ft mats be enough floor protection for 1 stall of a 2 car garage? Thanks for the vid Brandon!

what do you like for plate storage - trees or HR2 storage?

this is nothing more than a rogue fitness commercial

lol all that was NOT what I thought it would cost.

Thank you for the video, Thumbs up.

I have the SML-2c. Got it used. But barely used. Basically brand new for half the price. I added the HR-2 conversion kit ($275) and it’s more then enough rack for me. Honestly love it.

If you believe in getting it right the first time, why buy Rogue?

Lifting weight is lifting weight it doesn't matter what your lifting just go second hand and cheap and u will be just as strong as this person who spent 6k. U could spend 1k and get the same out of it.

Thought on Yoke instead of Squat Rack? Basically you are able to do more(e.g rack weight on it, carry, sled/push/drag) with it than any other rack variation. Would you recommend?

I found a used smith machine for a really good price (>300 dollars) and haven't worked out in years. Is it worth it to get it for now to get at least strong enough to worry about a great cage? I didn't want a smith cage but i can add another barbell and use it with free weights when needed. Is that a good idea

Build on a budget? With rogue? LMFAO!! THAT POWER BAR WAS LIKE HALF MY RENT IN NYC

12 minute advertisement? Where's the video?

Do you recommend any of the fold out racks ? Especially the Rogue version? Gonna create a home gym fairly soon

Hey Brandon, are you still able to overhead press despite having a low ceiling height in your basement? Thanks!

You can build an entire home gym for the price of that barbell lmao

Hard to believe this is "affordable" how can anyone afford to spend this kind of money.

So you can use bands with this? Didn't really got that part

This is great. Recently bought a house with a huge garage an was looking to start lifting. but on a budget. Thanks

Budget? Over $1900 is budget?...boi...

“Budget” This ain’t budget ur just getting paid to promote rogue. I’d rather just go to the gym 😂😂🤣

Got most of my stuff from rogue except for my life fitness g7 cable system and an xmark leg extension/leg curl machine. Can't go wrong with 11 gauge steel. And you can save if you're patient and buy during Black Friday sale.

Excellent video. A couple of quick questions please. First, I have a damaged shoulder, requiring me to switch to neutral grip bench and military presses. Do you know if Rogue’s Swiss bar would be practical for a seated military press? Also, does Rogue make a lightweight bar for women, and kids - in the 20 pound range? Thanks much.

Can I use Powerblock dumbbells and an adjustable bench instead of barbell/power rack? Not looking to be bodybuilder just more athletic, filled out muscle wise, GQ kind of look

Good analysis. I plan on getting the exact same squat stand with spotter arms. Hoping these will be included in the 5 for $5 Matte Black Friday sale this year.

Awesome video Brandon! I'm patiently waiting for my Rogue R3, plates, and bar to be delivered. Been looking at different programs for someone that is looking at getting back into lifting with not much previous experience. A little chubby at this point as well. My question is, do you think that Wendler 5/3/1 is a good place to start? I noticed in some of your previous videos you were doing this program with awesome success.

Off topic question for the video, but, in your personal experience what program did you make the most strength gains off? I assume you've tried them all over 20 years just curious not after a quick fix I know strength takes time

very articulate and down to earth. Ppl that want to break it down..... mileage will vary. thanks for the info!

This is an incredibly timely post for me as I was literally just on the site before I chanced upon this video. A couple of comments that I wanted to add: - If you're like me and not buying a lot of pounds (160), there isn't a huge difference between the iron and bumper plates. For example, the 160lb set, the difference comes out to 45 dollars (and you would save having to buy a rubber mat). - Be wary of the prices when it comes to sets. For the bumper 160lb set, it costs 275. If you buy the pairs separately it comes out to 238.

Like you said, most used equipment on craigslist or similar platforms isn't always great quality. BUT I scoured craigslist and got a SML-2 squat rack with spotter arms, j-cups, matador, spud inc. pulley system and extra plate storage arms for about $500. Also got about 500lbs of weights and a spider storage rack for a great price. Built my own deadlift platform using your DIY video and now I have a great home gym for under $1300. Only thing I bought from Rogue brand new was the ohio power bar and some OSO barbell clips. Saved about $700, but it also took a lot of research and patience to find what I wanted. Great content btw!

I was just thinking to myself I miss the longer videos (love the short ones too [tee-hee :D]). Great video, I actually had the same exact cart on my computer (minus the 35's) many times but can't bite the bullet 😪