One of the best investments you can make for your health is to have a home gym. You may already be building one or just thinking about it. Either way, this article will give you some tips on what to put in your home gym and how to make it work well for you!
1. Determine your Budget
The budget for your home gym is essential to set before anything else because it will dictate the type and quantity of equipment you buy; that way, you can hit your target goals while staying within a realistic price range.
To help with this guideline, here are some ideas on how much a typical person might spend:
- $500 – Used weights from a local garage sale (buy new barbells)
- $600 – New plates and used bench press
- $800 – New bars, new dumbbells, squat rack + power cage combo kit
- Various other items such as mats or foam blocks to protect flooring when doing heavy lifting exercises like squats or deadlifts your home gym can cost as much as $1500 or more
2. Choose the Ideal Spot
You must find a space in your house that can be converted into a gym. This will help minimize any distractions, and it will allow better results because of decreased boredom from doing the same workouts repeatedly. Often, home gym builders say that to enjoy your gym to the maximum, you need to make a space that is comfortable and relaxing. The best place for your gym in the house may be on an upper floor, away from traffic noise and other distractions as possible-you can focus when working out!
The spot you pick should also have plenty of natural light during daytime hours. A south-facing wall will provide great sunlight at any time of day or night.
There are many options available when it comes to finding the right location for your home gym; remember what works best for you!
3. Purchase the Needed Equipment
Now that you have a budget in place, it’s time to purchase the equipment you want to use. You don’t necessarily have to invest in every gym equipment, just the ones you want to use.
Some of the standard pieces of equipment you can start with include a bench, barbells, and dumbbells.
If you want to do cardio work, then a treadmill or an elliptical machine are good options.
You can also look into getting some free weights such as kettlebells and medicine balls for weight training purposes. You may even have enough space outside your home to build a small garden with various pieces of equipment to use outdoors too! The sky’s the limit when it comes down to building out your personalized gym from scratch.
4. Keep your Equipment Organized
Organizing your gym equipment is a great way to keep your home gym organized.
You can organize the equipment by storing them on shelves or in bins, so you’ll know where everything is at all times, and it will be easier to find what you need when exercising.
If you’re short for space, get creative with storage solutions like hanging weights from bars using buckets or “hanging” your bench over a beam out of the ground.
Some people choose to put their weight lifting equipment outside under an overhang or patio cover, which creates more room inside and protects rain if needed!
5. Don’t Forget a Yoga Mat
Your joints need to be protected when exercising on a hard surface. A high-quality yoga mat is one of the most cost-effective solutions to safeguard your joints without breaking the bank. There are many options to choose from, but I recommend a mat made from natural materials like cotton or jute.
6. Add Some Music System
Music and working out go hand in hand. You want to have the right music playing for your workout so that you can focus and get a good workout while still having fun!
- Music with lyrics is distracting. Try instrumental only or nothing at all
- Include high-intensity songs as well as slower-paced ones on different days of the week
- Add upbeat tempo songs towards the end of your playlist if you need an extra boost of energy during workouts
There are also some apps available in which you can add specific pieces from other artists or genres into playlists depending on what type of mood/workout goal you’re looking to achieve that day!
7. Keep Safety in Mind
Your safety is your number one priority. Be aware of any equipment that could cause injury or accidents, such as weights or a bench press with sharp edges. You can also invest in protective gear like gloves and footwear to guard against injuries from these hazards.
Finally, ensure you have enough space for the items you will be using in your home gym. You don’t want anything tearing up the carpets!
8. Add Some Personal Touches
Adding personal touches to your home gym can help make it feel like an extension of your living space. Hang up pictures and posters that you enjoy or have meaning to you, set out some nice towels for when you’re done, so they are ready for the next workout session, light a candle in there if it makes you more comfortable, etc.
You may want to try decorating with whatever colors give off energy or bring about positivity; Pinterest has excellent articles on how color affects moods and emotions. Some motivational quotes or photos can help you get psyched for your workouts.
Setting up your home gym is a great way to make sure you stay on track with your weight management goals. Listed in this piece are tips that should help you set up your home gym and create a workout routine, so be sure to take the time to consider what will work best for you.
