A Definitive Guide to Custom Gym Accessories

The wholesale market is filled with all sorts of accessories for commercial gyms. All of which are customizable.

Picking the best ones best suited to your business or commercial gym can get confusing.

Keeping this in mind, I have put together this article. It has detailed information about all the essential custom gym accessories.

It will help you make an informed choice & answer any questions you may have as well.

Let’s start

Table of Contents

1. Custom Gym Accessories Definition

The word accessory means something which adds to the usefulness of something else.

It is the simplest way to describe custom gym accessories. They increase the safety, convenience, & comfort of gym machines.

That is not all, though. 

Custom gym accessories increase the word-of-mouth promotion for your brand, as well. They can be made to order according to your needs.

Gym accessories are not included with other gym equipment & have to be purchased separately.

2. Benefits of Customization of Gym Accessories

For wholesale buyers, the biggest advantage is product customization. The fact is that personalized equipment attracts customers.

Gym accessories are a great way to advertise your brand. They increase brand loyalty & bring in more foot traffic.

Some of the benefits of custom gym accessories are:

• Generate Profit
• Visibility
• Customer Loyalty
• Word-of-mouth Promotion
• Increase Foot Traffic
• Passive Advertisement

2.1 Generate Profit

Customers are attracted to branding. If it looks expensive, it will sell for more. The first step is to choose a trusted manufacturer to place your order with.

It will ensure that your inventory is of the highest quality.

To have your colors & logo on such equipment will make your brand synonymous with high quality, as well.

Which, in turn, will attract more customers & generate more profit. 

2.2 Visibility

There is no shortage of commercial gyms or fitness-related businesses in the market. Custom gym accessories will make your business stand apart in a crowd.

Visibility is a must for any business, new or old. Customers will remember your brand & will not confuse it with the competition.

2.3 Customer Loyalty

Custom gym accessories provide your customers with a special experience. They add value to a regular gym routine.

Thus, increasing customer loyalty. 

2.4 Word-of-mouth Promotion

The easiest way to promote a brand is to get people talking about it. Custom gym accessories make it easy for people to remember your brand name.

Your customers will be more prone to mention your business in casual conversations. And recommend it to friends, family, & colleagues. 

2.5 Increased Foot Traffic

With custom gym equipment & accessories, your brand will get more visibility. Better visibility attracts more interest from potential customers.

In this way, customization helps to increase the foot traffic to your commercial gym or business.

2.6 Passive Advertisement

Believe it or not, custom gym accessories decrease your marketing budget as well. Their impact is the same as product placement.

You don’t have to do anything. Your brand name & aesthetic will always be visible & in front of your customers.

3. Strength-training Custom Gym Accessories

It is probably the most common type of custom gym accessory available. It is impossible not to include these in a commercial gym’s inventory.

Strength-training gym accessories include:

• Weight plates & Bumper Plates
• Dumbbells
• Barbells & Barbell-Grips
• Weightlifting Barbell Collars
• Weightlifting Belts
• Weightlifting Gloves

3.1 Weight Plates and Bumper Plates

Weight plates & bumper plates are round metal discs. These are essential accessories for strength training.

Weight plates are of two types: 

• Conventional Weight Plates 
• Olympic Weight Plates 

Bumper plates look similar to weight plates. 

They are compatible with Olympic bars. Bumper plates have an iron or steel core with a rubber coating.

These plates are competition plates & they follow IWF (International weightlifting federation) guidelines.

Figure 1 – Custom weight plates

Both weight plates & bumper plates are a way to add resistance to strength training. The benefit of these plates is that the weight capacity is changeable. It can be increased or decreased at will & according to requirements.

The use of weight plates & bumper plates is not limited to free weight training.

They are also usable with many different gym machines. It includes all the plate-loaded gym equipment.

Custom weight & bumper plates are cost-effective for commercial gyms. It is because these have to be purchased only once.

Once you buy a set of weight plates or bumper plates, they will last you a long time.

Plate-loaded gym machines do not have weight plates as part of the package.

Commercial gyms already have many sets of quality weight plates & bumper plates. Hence, they spend much less on the addition of new weight machines to their inventory.

Figure 2 – Color-coded, custom bumper plates

3.2 Dumbbells

Dumbbells are a versatile accessory for strength training. They come under the category of free weights.

They look similar to fixed barbells but are smaller in size. Dumbbells either have a fixed weight or are flexible. Flexible dumbbells have the option of an adjustable weight capacity.

Dumbbells work best as an add-on for other strength training machines. 

Figure 3 – Fixed weight custom dumbbells

Strength training machines have a fixed range of motion. They are good for targeting specific muscle groups.

Compared to them, dumbbells require the use of stabilizer muscles & the core. They help improve posture & muscle growth all over the upper body.

So, the gym users get the best of both worlds.

3.3 Barbells and Barbell-Grips

A barbell is a bar to load the weight plates on. It has a shaft with weight sleeves at both ends.

There are many types of barbells, which include:

• Weightlifting Barbells
• Powerlifting Barbells
• Deadlifting Barbells
• Squat Barbells
• Multi-purpose Barbells

Barbells are either straight or wavy. Both fixed weight & adjustable weight barbells are available for sale.

Figure 4 – Custom, fixed weight barbells

Commercial gyms stock up on different types of barbells, as these are popular for muscle building. 

Barbells are used in combination with other gym equipment. Like adjustable weight benches, cable machines, & more.

They are also cost-effective in the long run, as they last a long time. Barbells are usable with both weight plates & bumper plates.

Barbell grips & pads are for a secure hold on the barbell. These are rubber or silicone sleeves that go over a barbell.

The hand grips are for safe lifting. They are either tube-shaped or like balls.

The barbell pad is a single sheath. It provides extra padding for when the barbell is resting on the shoulders.

Barbell pads & hand grips prevent friction burns & the formation of calluses & blisters in the long run.

Figure 5 – Barbell pads

Figure 6 – Barbell hand grips

3.4 Weightlifting Barbell Collars

Barbell collars are locks to secure the weight plates in place. They keep the weight plates fixed & prevent rattling during use.

Although it’s common to see people lift without collars in gyms, it is not safe to do so. All commercial gyms should stock up on different types of barbell collars.

They will prevent avoidable injuries from slipping weight plates. 

Barbell collars protect the gym floor too. Weight plates cause a lot of damage to the floor if they slip & fall during use.

Thus, saving the extra cost of repairing the gym floor.

3.5 Weightlifting Belts

Weightlifting belts go around the abdomen. They press the abdominal muscles against the spine. Thus, providing support when lifting heavy loads.

These increase the core strength as well.

Lifting belts come in various sizes, thicknesses, & closure types. These provide much-needed security & support to beginners as well as powerlifters.

3.6 Weightlifting Gloves

Weightlifting gloves provide a barrier between the skin & the equipment during use.

Lifting heavy weights again & again causes friction burns, calluses, & blisters. Gym gloves are the best way to prevent this from happening.

The gloves not only provide much-needed padding but also protect the hands from sudden temperature changes.

Most come with wrist straps, which support the wrist joint & prevent injuries.

Figure 9 – Weightlifting gym gloves with wrist support

4. Cardio Custom Gym Accessories

Unlike strength training, cardio builds stamina rather than muscles. Custom gym accessories for cardio include:

• Jump Ropes
• Resistance Bands

4.1 Jump Ropes

Everyone has probably played with a jump rope during their childhood. It is not a toy, though. 

A jump rope is an effective tool for a fast cardio workout.

Using a jump rope increases function & coordination. It is also an easy way to warm up before a cardio routine.

Figure 10 – A custom jump rope

A jump rope essentially consists of two parts:

• The handles
• The rope itself

A jump rope works in the same manner as a treadmill. It increases the heart rate, burns calories faster, & builds stamina.

A jump rope is a compact & cost-effective cardio accessory. A jump rope session is an effective way to warm up before a cardio routine or other exercises.

4.2 Resistance Bands

Resistance bands are called exercise bands, as well. They are used alone or with other cardio machines for an effective cardio workout.

Resistance bands come in various colors. The colors show the resistance level. It ranges from extra light (yellow) to extra heavy (Black).

These are usable with treadmills to maintain a high heart rate & burn more calories. Some treadmills even have built-in resistance bands.

Resistance bands are used for cardio exercises, like squat hops, or press backs, as well.

Figure 11 – Flat resistance bands

Figure 12 – Color-coded, flat resistance bands

5. CrossFit Custom Gym Accessories

CrossFit is a high-intensity workout. It builds strength & improves the conditioning of the body.

The routine includes day-to-day activities performed at high intensity. 

The aim is to increase the resistance level of the workouts to meet the goal of building functional strength.

Custom CrossFit accessories include:

• Slam Balls
• Weighted Vest
• Gym Tires
• Battle Rope
• Bulgarian Bag
• Kettlebells
• Plyosoft Box

Many other accessories that are not specific to CrossFit, can be used for these workouts too. Like, jump ropes & resistance bands.

5.1 Slam Balls

Slam balls are different from other gym balls. 

They are thicker, heavier, & do not bounce as much. These rubber-coated balls provide a high-intensity, CrossFit workout.

A slam ball adds both weight & resistance to a CrossFit routine. Slam balls are safer to use, as they don’t bounce much.

Slam balls are a cost-effective & compact CrossFit accessory. They provide a complete body workout.

Slam balls have many benefits, they are a good investment for commercial gyms & fitness-related businesses.

Figure 13 – Slam balls

5.2 Weighted Vest

A weighted vest is a vest with weights in it. It is a popular accessory used in CrossFit workouts.

The purpose is to increase resistance, which in turn builds muscles & stamina.

A weighted vest is either fixed or adjustable. Both vests are available in different weight capacities.

The weight capacity for an adjustable vest can be increased or decreased as needed. The benefits of weighted vests include:

• Added Resistance
• Increase in Muscles Mass
• Increased Stamina
• Increase in Bone Density
• Burning Fats

5.3 Gym Tire

Gym tires look similar to regular tires. They are used for adding strength & stamina to a  CrossFit workout routine.

These are one of the simplest custom gym accessories. The benefits cannot be denied, though. The reason why gym tires are a great CrossFit accessory is that they target most of the posterior muscles.

Gym tires have handles for easy flipping. The flipping motion builds strength & stamina at the same time.

Due to the popularity of Crossfit, these are in high demand as well.      

Figure 15 – Gym tires with the logo & weight capacity on the flat surface

5.4 Battle Rope

Battle ropes are a straightforward but versatile gym accessory. They target almost all the muscles of the upper body.

CrossFit performed with a battle rope merges jumps, squats, & lunges, all in one routine.

A battle rope is simple & easy to use accessory but it provides an effective CrossFit exercise.

Thicker & longer battle ropes perform better than their thinner counterparts.

Figure 16 – A battle rope with its nylon sleeve

5.5 Bulgarian Bag

The first Bulgarian bag was invented by Ivan Ivanov. All modern-day, wholesale Bulgarian bags follow that design.

It is a crescent-shaped bag. The inside is filled with sealed sandbags, which are coated with foam & leather.

Bulgarian bags improve dynamic motions, like bending, twisting, swinging, pulling, & more. Training with a Bulgarian bag builds grip, core strength & increases metabolism.

Apart from all these benefits, a Bulgarian bag also has a very unique design. Which attracts the attention of gym users effectively.

Figure 17 – A 10 Kg Bulgarian bag

5.6 Kettlebells

At first glance, a kettlebell looks similar to a padlock. It has a handle on top of the weight to lift it. Kettlebells are popular for weight training & high-intensity workouts.

The stainless steel handles provide a firm & comfortable hold.   Although these are considered free weights, they are used mostly for workouts like CrossFit.

Kettlebells have the weight capacity & logo printed on the front.

Kettlebells engage stabilizer muscles. They improve balance, strengthen the core, & burn calories faster.

Figure 18 – A 20 Kg Kettlebell

5.7 Plyosoft Box

A well-known gym accessory for CrossFit is a Plyo box or a Plyosoft box.

It is a box-shaped gym accessory, which is either wooden or foam.

A foam Plyo box is safer than a wooden one. It is lightweight & portable. There is little to no risk of injury during use.

A Plyo box targets lower body muscles. Its use builds both speed & endurance. It is used to perform box jumps, step-ups, lateral jumps, & more.

6. Custom Gym Accessories for Yoga

Yoga is a well-known way to increase functional strength & flexibility. Gym accessories for yoga add resistance to various poses, as well as provide safety & comfort.

Gym accessories for yoga include:

• Yoga Mats
• Foam Rollers
• Yoga Blocks or Bricks
• Yoga Balls

6.1 Yoga Mats

Yoga mats are an absolute necessity. All commercial gyms stock up on these for their yoga sessions.

Based on the materials, there are three types of yoga mats:

• Synthetic Yoga Mats
• Organic Yoga Mats
• Mixed Yoga Mats

Yoga mats are a compact & travel-friendly way to make the yoga routine safe. They provide a slip-resistant surface for all yoga poses.

These are easy to clean & last a long time.

Figure 20 – Synthetic PVC yoga mats

A yoga mat acts as a barrier against the gym floor. It also adds much needed padding under the feet.

Figure 21 – Organic jute yoga mats

Most yoga mats have a textured top layer to provide a firm grip during use. This improves balance & safety. 

The best yoga mats are biodegradable, hence, better for the environment in the long run.

Figure 22 – TPE yoga mats by Yanre Fitness

6.2 Foam Rollers

A foam roller is a tube-shaped foam accessory. Its uses include myofascial release, warm-up, or cool down before & after a yoga session.

Commercial gyms provide these to their patrons to prevent pulled muscles & other injuries.

Custom foam rollers have three levels of firmness.

Figure 23 – Firm, medium, & soft foam rollers

6.3 Yoga Blocks or Bricks

A yoga block is a square or rectangular block. It is used for proper alignment during yoga poses.

It is a way to bring the floor a bit closer to the user. A yoga block is also called a yoga brick.

Its purpose in a wholesale yoga set is to:

• Act as a Substitute Seat
• Provide Support During Yoga Poses
• Improving Balance

Yoga blocks are a versatile yoga accessory. They are an essential item for yoga sessions in commercial gyms.

These increase the comfort & confidence level while doing different yoga poses. Yoga blocks are also used for stability & provide a firm base during use.

Figure 24 – An EVA foam yoga brick

6.4 Yoga Balls

A yoga ball is the same as an exercise ball. It is used to build strength in the core & improve balance.

A yoga ball is either a complete sphere or a half one. A full yoga ball is also referred to as an exercise ball or a stability ball. A half yoga ball is called a Bosu ball.

Figure 25 – Yoga balls of various sizes

A Bosu ball, on the other hand, looks like a ball cut down the middle. It is used for various balance exercises. 

It strengthens the core & stabilizer muscles.

Figure 26 – A Bosu ball in use

7. Cable Attachments

A cable machine is a large gym machine. It is essentially a combination of cables & pulleys. The benefit of this setup is that users can train in almost any direction.

Cable machines are known for strength training. Some have a single station, while others can have more than one training station.

The advantage of a cable machine is that it can be customized with the help of many attachments.

Figure 27 – Cable machine attachments

Cable attachments allow for a more personalized fitness routine. These are always in demand by commercial gyms.

Cable attachments include accessories like:

• D-handles
• Bicep Bar
• Triceps Bar
• Lateral Pulldown Attachment
• Dual-purpose Bar Attachment
• Seated Row, Etc.

8. Custom Gym Floor mats

Custom gym flooring or floor mats are a great option to add comfort and padding to different areas in a commercial gym.

Some flooring tiles look similar to puzzle pieces, while others have straight borders. Irrespective of how they look, it is very easy to assemble them.

Figure 28 – Interlocking gym floor tiles

Figure 29 – Custom gym flooring

Custom gym floor mats are waterproof & padded. Once assembled, they stay firmly in place & the joints between the tiles are seamless.

There are many ways these custom floor mats benefit a commercial gym. Apart from the obvious advantage of being shock-absorbent, they are used to break the gym floor into different sections.

Figure 30 – Padded custom gym flooring tiles

9. Options to customize Gym Accessories

Wholesale gym accessories are cost-effective. A trusted & experienced gym equipment manufacturer will provide you with high-quality gym accessories.

The best way to get the most benefit from such a wholesale order is to have it customized.

It will increase the standing of your brand name among the competitors. And invite customer loyalty.

The range of options for customization of wholesale gym accessories include the:

9.1 The Logo and Logo Design

All your accessories are custom printed with your logo. It will keep your brand front & center all the time in front of the customers.

All you have to do is to provide a sample of your logo design.

If you have a slogan for your commercial gym or business, it can also be printed on the equipment.

9.2 Print Options

Many different print options are available, as well. The logo can be: 

• Painted
• Embroidered
• Embossed
• Laser-cut

9.3 Color

Commercial gyms pay a lot of attention to aesthetics. The same colors, designs, & patterns are present all over.

Thus, it stands to reason that gym equipment & accessories match the overall feel too.

You can discuss this with your wholesale manufacturer. They will give you the best options for your order.

Almost all gym accessories are customizable. Size doesn’t matter. 

You might be thinking that it is not possible to customize a battle rope, but that is not true. Battle ropes come with a nylon sleeve for added protection. 

This sleeve, along with the handle grips, is customizable according to your needs.

Sizeable gym accessories like gym flooring are customizable into various colors. It will help match the overall feel of the gym. The gym logo is printable on the flooring, as well.

10. Conclusion

Custom gym accessories are beneficial for your brand & word-of-mouth advertisement. There are many wholesale manufacturers of gym accessories.

It is best to choose one with a lot of experience. 

Yanre Fitness was established in 1997. We have years of experience in gym equipment manufacturing. Our portfolio of custom gym accessories is versatile & vast.

Visit Yanre Fitness to see for yourself.

You will not be disappointed.

Contact us & ask for a quote today!