Investing in a cardio machine is a fantastic way to boost your cardio from home.
Whether you’re training for endurance, looking to burn fat, or just want to move more throughout the week, having the right piece of equipment makes it so much easier to stay consistent.
Let’s take a look at some of the best (and most popular) options to help you decide which one deserves a spot in your home gym…
1. Airbike
If you’re looking for a machine that truly pushes your limits, the air bike (also known as a fan bike or assault bike) is the one. It’s a powerhouse of a cardio machine that delivers a full-body workout, combining upper and lower body movement to build endurance, strength, and stamina all at once.
The beauty of the air bike is in its simplicity - the harder you pedal and push, the greater the resistance. You’re entirely in control of the effort, which makes it suitable for both beginners and seasoned athletes.
Our Strength Supply Airbike is a compact yet powerhouse machine built for serious cardio. With adjustable air resistance driven by your own effort, it engages both upper and lower body simultaneously to deliver a high-calorie, full-body workout in minutes.
Built to last with a durable frame, smart console to track your progress, and a padded seat for comfort, it’s perfect for anyone from beginners to seasoned athletes.
2. Treadmill
Of course, treadmills are the go-to choice for many people building a home gym, and for good reason. They’re simple to use, incredibly effective, and suitable for just about every fitness level.
Modern treadmills have come a long way too. Many now include incline settings to simulate hill runs, shock absorption systems for joint comfort, and interactive screens that let you follow virtual routes or trainer-led sessions.
If space is a concern, there are plenty of compact and foldable options designed specifically for home use, and ideal for apartments.
3. Stepper Machine
The stepper machine is a brilliant choice if you’re looking for an effective, low-impact way to strengthen your lower body and improve your cardio fitness at the same time.
Designed to mimic the motion of climbing stairs, steppers work your glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves - all while giving your heart rate a solid boost.
What makes a stepper so good for home use is how compact and user-friendly it is. You don’t need a huge amount of space, and it’s easy to hop on for short bursts throughout the day.
If you’re looking for a quality stepper machine, our Strength Supply Commercial Stair Climber is a great option. It is a powerhouse of a machine, designed with commercial-grade durability in mind that targets your lower-body muscle groups like the glutes, quads and calves while ramping up your heart rate and burning serious calories.
It’s ideal for everything from steady-state endurance sessions to brutal interval blasts, and with its robust build you can trust it to withstand frequent use.
The Key Benefits of Getting a Cardio Machine at Home
1. It Saves Money in the Long Run
Buying a cardio machine for your home might feel like a big expense upfront, but when you break it down, it can actually be a smart long-term investment.
Think about it - between gym memberships, class fees, travel costs, and the odd takeaway coffee on the way back from your session - it can all add up faster than you think. Over a year or two, many people spend more on gym access than the cost of owning a quality machine outright.
With your own treadmill, air bike, or stepping machine, that one-off purchase keeps paying off month after month. There are no hidden fees, no renewal reminders, and no “I’m-still-paying-for-this-but-not-going” guilt.
At Strength Supply, our home cardio machines are built to last, so if you purchase with us, you’re not just saving over months, you’re investing in years of reliable use.
2. Comfort and Privacy While You Train
Another significant perk of having your own cardio machine at home is that it provides you with a lot more comfort and privacy than being in a public gym.
You can train exactly how you like, without worrying about who’s watching or waiting to use the kit next. No need to feel self-conscious, no sharing equipment, and no awkward small talk between sets, just you, your own space, and your own routine.
3. It’s Much Easier to Stay Consistent
Consistency is the real secret to getting results, and that’s exactly where having your own cardio machine makes a difference.
When your equipment’s right there at home, you remove nearly all the barriers that usually get in the way, such as bad weather, traffic, packed gyms, or just the mental effort of getting out the door. You can simply walk into your space, hop on the bike or treadmill, and get moving.
That convenience makes it far easier to keep a regular routine going, because you don’t need to plan your day around gym opening times or worry about queues for machines.
4. It Can Encourage the Whole Family to Stay Active
One of the best things about having a cardio machine at home is that it’s not just for you, it can benefit everyone under the same roof.
Whether it’s your partner hopping on for a morning spin, your teenager doing a quick run before school, or even the grandparents using it for gentle movement, a home machine makes staying active easy and accessible for the whole family.
When exercise is part of the household, it becomes a shared habit rather than a solo activity.
How Can We Help
At Strength Supply, we make building your setup easier by offering home gym packages, designed to provide everything you need for an effective training space.
We also stock a wide range of strength machines, cardio machines, dual cable pulley machines, and dumbbell sets, so you can expand your gym as your goals evolve.
Email us on enquiries@strengthsupply.co.uk to find out more, or browse our range of home gym equipment packages to see which setup works best for you.
You can also read our home gym blog here, including articles such as ‘What equipment is essential for a home gym’, ‘The pros and cons of smith machines’ and ‘What dumbbells should I get?’.