Having a home gym in your garage
As the fitness craze is at an all-time high, lots of people are now looking to build a space where they can work out from in the comfort of their own homes. With many of us not utilising our garage to its full potential, this seems the perfect space to transform into the ultimate home gym! Follow along to find out how you can achieve this yourself…
As this process can be lengthy, it’s important to follow the steps correctly to ensure the best outcome. Skipping out parts may result in the gym not functioning as it should and not making use of the space as effectively as possible.
Assess your set up
Firstly, it’s essential to assess your circumstances. For example, what is the size of space you’re working with and how much budget have you got to spend on the renovation? Additionally, looking at the current facilities- what’s your lighting situation or how’s the ventilation in the room? Taking these factors into consideration will make it easier in the next steps as you know what you’re able to do and what needs improving. Starting the process, flooring in a gym is vital. Not only do you need to protect your garage floor but also provide cushioning and shock absorption for your workouts. Choosing the right style for you and your space can be tricky.
- Rubber
A durable, easy-to-clean surface that is slip-resistant but can be costly.
- Foam tiles
An affordable option that provides high cushioning with easy installation. However, it isn’t as durable and can wear over time.
- PVC
Another affordable option that can handle heavy equipment and wipe clean. PVC isn’t as cushioned though and is prone to scratches.
Equipment
Continuing, equipment is a big part of the gym. Choosing the right tools and knowing what you’ll use most is hard but by making sure you have the basics; you always have the option to build on this collection afterward. Starting with these essentials gives you a great building block:
- Weights/dumbbells
- Bench
- Power rack
- Cardio machine (e.g. treadmill, bike, or rowing machine)
Making the most out of your space, storage solutions
When building a gym, it’s important to maximise your space to make sure you have enough room to move about. This means utilising storage solutions that can help keep your area clear and your equipment ordered. Some simple tricks include:
- Wall racks/shelves
This allows larger items to be stored out of the way of obstruction and off the floor to not be damaged.
- Ceiling space
Ceilings are often forgotten about but can be the perfect spot for storing items you don’t use as often. Mounted racks can hang from above and hold a good amount of weight.
- Storage draws
Draws offer accessibility and keep your possessions in order. Having a draw for each category makes it easier to find equipment.
- Hooks
Hooks are great as they offer quick clean-ups. Weights and dumbbells for example could be stored like this.
Rounding up, having a home gym in your garage
In conclusion, your garage offers a range of possibilities, one being an at-home gym! To make your garage even more accessible why not install an electric garage door?
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