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There are so many comments like this in this thread, it’s kind of surprising to me. Does the majority of HN live in big suburban homes? The idea of putting weight training equipment in my tiny apartment is laughable.

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My apartment is about 735 sq ft; I live in a big city's downtown. How big is your apt?

Also, how much space, do you think it will take - "an exercise mat, dumbbell set and incline/decline foldable bench"?

I live in a 2,000 sqft house with an attached garage and barely have room for that and an exercise bike. I definitely didn't have space in my last 750 sqft apartment.

Right, but you have room for a television and multiple couches etc. Give me a break.

You're right, we do - we don't have a lonely spartan lifestyle. If you ever live with a partner, have kids, entertain, have hobbies, work from home... floor space and storage come at a premium.

You can get rid of the television and coffee table and seating. We all have a choice. Your older self and partner and kids will thank you for being in good shape for longer.

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