1. Johnson Fitness & Wellness Store
4.9•Exercise equipment store
2285 Forest Dr., Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: (410) 573-2031 MapQuest+1
Why this store is a strong option:
- They carry a full selection of home fitness equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes, home gym systems, free weights and more. MapQuest+1
- The store advertises being an authorized dealer of major brands like Precor, Life Fitness, Landice, etc. MapQuest
- Because they focus on home fitness, you can walk in, see and compare a variety of machines rather than just ordering online unseen.
Things to ask / consider when you visit:
- Make sure to confirm delivery and installation options for larger equipment (treadmills, multi-gyms) and whether they offer set-up or removal of old equipment.
- Ask about the warranty and service policy—home gym machines often require maintenance or repairs over time, so local servicing is a plus.
- If you’re planning for strength equipment (bars, plates, rigs) check whether they stock heavy-duty Olympic-style gear or primarily cardio machines.
- Measure your space ahead of time (ceiling height, floor dimensions, clearance around machines) and bring those measurements with you when you browse.
2. DICK’S Sporting Goods – Annapolis
4.4•Exercise equipment store
2639 Housley Rd., Suite 13, Annapolis, MD 21401
(Mall-area retail location)
Why this is a good supplementary option:
- A more general sporting goods store, so you’ll find a mix: some gym equipment (especially cardio machines, adjustable dumbbells, benches), as well as accessories (mats, resistance bands, lighter weights).
- For someone setting up a moderate home gym—cardio + strength/weights—but not requiring heavy commercial-style racks, this can be convenient given its retail access.
- They often have promotions and broader availability of accessories and gear you might want (mats, mats, small equipment) which complement the major machines.
Things to keep in mind:
- Because it’s a general sporting goods store, the inventory of heavy-duty or specialized gym equipment (e.g., full rack systems, bumper plates, Olympic lifting rigs) may be more limited than a dedicated fitness-equipment store.
- Price comparisons are important: mass-retail stores may carry brand-name equipment but sometimes at higher mark-ups or with less personalized service (installation, delivery) than specialist stores.
- Inspect the build quality in-store: check stability of benches, feel of machines, noise and smooth operation of treadmills/ellipticals, ease of adjusting weights/angles.
- If you purchase larger items, check delivery logistics (will they bring it upstairs? assemble in place? remove packaging?) because large home gym machines can be heavy and complex.
How to decide & next steps
- For serious strength training / dedicated home/garage gym: If your focus is heavy free weights, racks, plates, Olympic bars and you want high build-quality equipment, Johnson Fitness & Wellness is likely the stronger match.
- For moderate home gym / cardio plus weights / more accessory-focused: DICK’S Sporting Goods provides a broader entry point with more convenience, especially if you don’t need commercial-grade racks.
- When you visit either store, bring a checklist: your budget, your space dimensions (length, width, ceiling height), what exercises you plan to do (squats, deadlifts, maybe pull-ups, cardio) and what you might add later (expansion potential).
- Don’t forget to factor in installation, delivery, warranty and service. A good store will walk you through those, not just sell you the machine.
- Also ask about used or clearance equipment if budget is a constraint—sometimes stores will have overstock, floor models or last-year units at discount.