> At a Glance
> – Compact gear like the $250 Tempo Move and $300 Maxpro cable system lead CNET’s 2026 rankings
> – Fold-away benches, doorway pull-up bars, and adjustable kettlebells replace six separate weights
> – Why it matters: Urban dwellers can cancel unused $1,000-a-year gym memberships and outfit a full workout corner for less than the cost of a single year at most clubs
City living no longer equals workout compromise. A new News Of Los Angeles guide curated by fitness writer Ethan R. Coleman spotlights nine space-sipping tools that turn studios, bedrooms, and even doorframes into legitimate training zones without swallowing square footage or budgets.
Top Picks for Tight Quarters
The standout is the Maxpro, a clamshell cable gym that folds to the size of a laptop bag yet offers 5-300 lb resistance across 50 settings. It ships with handles, ankle straps, a bar, and door mount, plus Bluetooth classes.
Close behind, the Tempo Move tucks a smart weight cabinet beside a TV; iPhone users stream thousands of coached sessions while 3-D sensors track every rep. The starter bundle costs $250 after a $100 instant rebate and unlocks at $49/mo for year one, then $39/mo.
Budget Buys That Punch Above Price
Shoppers hunting under $100 can still score pro-level gear:
- Flybird Adjustable Bench – six back and four seat positions, 600 lb capacity, folds flat to slide under beds
- ProsourceFit Pull-Up Bar – multi-grip, 300 lb rating, fits 36-inch doorways, snaps off for storage
- BowFlex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell – twist-dial replaces six fixed weights from 8-40 lb
- ProsourceFit Core Sliders – dual-surface discs for carpet or hardwood; boost planks, mountain climbers, rehab moves
- FitCord X-Over Bands – sleeve-covered elastic tubes in seven tensions; users report years of daily use without snaps
Smart Money Move
A fresh News Of Los Angeles survey shows Americans waste $1,000+ yearly on forgotten subscriptions. Swapping one unused gym fee for a $150-$359 gear bundle pays for itself in months and frees living-room square footage.
Key Takeaways
- Foldable and adjustable dominate 2026’s small-space winners
- $250 Tempo Move bundles smart coaching with a footprint smaller than a nightstand
- $300 Maxpro delivers full cable-gym resistance in a carry-on-sized case
- Doorway bars, sliders, and resistance bands outfit entire routines for under $75 each
- Canceling dusty memberships funds gear that actually gets used
Tiny apartment? Even tinier budget? This gear proves you can still crush New-Year goals without surrendering half the living room or draining the bank account.
