{"id":22945,"date":"2022-03-01T10:18:52","date_gmt":"2022-03-01T15:18:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=18831"},"modified":"2024-07-01T11:09:23","modified_gmt":"2024-07-01T15:09:23","slug":"your-home-gym-how-to-create-the-workout-space-of-your-dreams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/your-home\/decor-design\/your-home-gym-how-to-create-the-workout-space-of-your-dreams\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Home Gym: How to Create the Workout Space of Your Dreams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A dream home gym is possible with proper planning.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Home\ngyms are definitely having a moment. Although many local gyms\nhave reopened since the lockdowns with COVID-19 protocol in place, millions of\npeople who got used to working out on in privacy on their own exercise equipment are content\nto sweat at home. Millions more have seen the light, and the potential cost\nsavings, and home workout\nequipment continues to fly off the shelves.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re looking to build a total home gym for the first time, or just making sure you\u2019ve already got the best home gym setup possible, keep reading for the info and advice necessary to take your WOFH (workout from home) to the next level.
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Planning Your Home Gym<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first order of business is to plan\nout your home gym.\nIt sounds simple but it\u2019s extremely important to consider what type of exercise\nyou want to do, what exercise\nequipment you will need to do it with, and where in your home you can\ndevote to the activity.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before buying anything, take measurements of the intended home gym area and look up measurements of the workout equipment you want to purchase. You can use masking tape to box out spaces on the floor to understand how different pieces will work together. When doing this, be sure to consider how much range of motion you\u2019ll need when exercising. The last thing you want to do is bump your head into the ceiling while you\u2019re on your new stair-stepper.
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Measure out placement of exercise machines and equipment before you buy!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Maximizing Your Space<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019re finished planning out your total home gym, you might realize that you had a lot less space than you originally thought. Workout equipment can be bulky! If you\u2019re struggling to make everything fit, you need to reassess and start making room in your home where you can pursue your fitness goals. Of course, the easiest way to create space is to pack and store items you don\u2019t need immediate access to in a secure self-storage facility<\/a>. Otherwise, start donating and throwing things away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Find Storage Near You<\/a>!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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After you\u2019ve got the area cleared away,\nfocus on purchasing exercise\nequipment and accessories that can be easily stored when you tire of\nthem or want to switch up the routine. Many treadmills can now be folded up and\npushed under a bed or couch, for instance. Storage racks are also great to get\nyour mat, hand weights and stability balls off of the floor and organized along\nthe wall. Racks come in a huge array of sizes and load-bearing capacities so be\nsure to shop around.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Is your home gym aesthetic chill and calm or energetic?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Considering Your In-home Gym Aesthetic<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just because it\u2019s an in-home gym doesn\u2019t mean\nyou have to skimp on style. Approach the area as you would anywhere in your\nhome \u2013 with care, consideration and awareness of the effect it will have on\neveryone who shares the space (including pets!). Determine which colors\nmotivate and inspire you and choose the paint, fabrics and floor mat hues that\nbring out your best.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adding a TV, fans, wall mirrors, and\nspeakers will also help determine the overall ambiance of the space, so choose\nwisely. Be sure to balance these more utilitarian items with personal touches\nthat make you smile or remember why you\u2019re prioritizing fitness. A picture of a\nsports hero, a motivational quote, or a landscape of a beloved vacation\ndestination can all help keep you focused on the task at hand. Plants are also great\nfor adding oxygen and a little personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Above all, have fun. A home gym is meant to be\nsomewhere you want to visit. It\u2019s also meant to be a reflection of you and your\ngoals. If it\u2019s uncomfortable or unwelcoming in any way, you\u2019ll probably put off\nusing it as much as you planned to. So take that leap. Throw that Harry Styles\nposter on the wall and get power lifting.  \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buying Your Workout Equipment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Workout\nequipment is, of course, key to creating a total home gym. When it\ncomes to choosing the right pieces for you, your fitness goals, and your\navailable space, there are quite a few things to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n