Exercise Balls Exercise or Fitness Balls can be used at home or for professional use in the gym. The equipment focuses on strengthening the abs and back and increasing stability, for better workouts and less injuries. They work by putting your body in an unstable environment. When you lie on the ball, your legs and abs immediately contract to keep you from falling off. Exercise balls are versatile enough to use for just about anything, including weight training; abdominal training; for improving your posture by simply sitting on it; and for kids, to play with under supervision.

Hand and Ankle Weights Lifting weights can be a good workout and weight loss tool for women. Before you use weights at home, do consult your doctor if you have any injuries, joint problems or medical conditions. Start off with one or two pound weights. These can also be used during aerobic exercise for resistance.

Mini Trampolines A popular piece of exercise equipment, the mini trampoline gives a low impact exercise helping to prevent injury. The trampoline offers a great way to enjoy an aerobic workout which will result in improved strength, co-ordination, and balance. It is one piece of fitness equipment that kids will also enjoy using.

Rowing Machines Rowing machines offer the benefit of an all-over workout with little impact on the joints, and it’s a piece of equipment anyone from teens to senior citizens can use. However using a rowing machine isn't as easy as using some other exercise machines, such as treadmills and stationary bicycles as they take some degree of coordination and practice to use properly. Home versions have plenty of nice features that should serve the average user well, and fold easily for storage.

Exercise Bikes Stationary bikes are among the easiest exercise machines to learn and offer a great aerobic and lower-body workout. That's one reason women use them more than any other exercise machine. Choose from an upright cycle (which looks like a regular bike) or a recumbent cycle (which reclines either at an angle or horizontally). A recumbent cycle has a bucket seat and cushioned back support – it works your thighs and bottom more than an upright, and the seat puts less pressure on your groin.