No Gym? Not an Excuse
You don’t need a home gym, a spare room, or every cardio piece to train hard. You just need a bit of space and the right tools.
Matt Pritchard first made his name as a professional skateboarder before rising to fame in the early 2000s as one of the stars of MTV’s Dirty Sanchez. The show’s chaotic stunts and notoriety brought him worldwide attention but also led to years of excess and personal struggle once the cameras stopped rolling.
In the years since, he has rebuilt his life through sobriety and fitness, channeling the same intensity that once fuelled his chaos into endurance sport. Today, he’s an Ironman, ultra-endurance athlete, and advocate for mental wellbeing.
For Pritchard, training has never been about fancy facilities or perfect conditions. His setup is simple: a simple home gym and the open road. That’s all he needs. Whether he’s preparing for an ultra-event or keeping his mind steady, his training is built on discipline, not convenience. No mirrors, no machines, no excuses - just hard work and consistency.
Strength Without the Space
Mat’s setup proves that you do not need much to build strength. With a few key pieces of kit, he can train for power, endurance and control in a small area.
His go-to kit includes:
No rigs or racks. Just solid, versatile equipment built to move anywhere.
Smart Training in Small Spaces
Training at home is about keeping things simple and making the most of what you have. A kettlebell can give you a full-body workout. Dumbbells can target every muscle group. Bands add resistance without taking up space.
Mathew’s training mixes strength and conditioning. It is focused, practical and easy to adapt. The goal is not to collect equipment; it is to stay consistent.
Even in a small space, there is always a way to train hard. A clear bit of floor and a plan is all it takes.
The Power of Routine
A home setup removes the excuses. No travel, no waiting for equipment, it’s always ready. That consistency builds discipline, the kind that keeps you training even when motivation fades or life gets hectic.
It is not about having the perfect setup. It is about showing up and putting the work in.
Built for the Everyday Athlete
The equipment Mat uses is the same you will find in top training facilities, just scaled down to fit smaller spaces. It is built for movement and designed for real training.
Whether you have a garage, a spare corner, or a patch of floor, this setup shows what is possible. You do not need a big space to train well. You just need the right tools and a bit of drive.