So you’d prefer a home gym but don’t have a basement or spare room to give over to one? That’s fine, you just need a dedicated space, some motivation, and a few things.
Pick a Space That Works for You
Before you start refitting your furniture, have a proper glance at your room. Don’t dedicate a whole room, but only a corner in your bedroom, a section in your living room, or even a nook in a hallway will work. Have a feel for where you most enjoy moving about. In case you’re in an apartment, choose a section with proper airflow—because nobody wants to exercise in a poorly ventilated corner.
Use Your Walls to Clear Out Floor Space
When space is in short supply, your walls are your best option. Wall racks, hooks, and floating shelves can store gear in an organized fashion, not hogging your floorspace. Resistance bands, yoga mats, and even dumbbells can be stored out of sight when not in use. That foldable wall-mounted squat rack? Genius for saving space.
Choose Furniture That Performs Double Duty
A sleek storage bench can double as a space for your weights. An ottoman? Perfect for storing resistance bands, towels, and even a foam roller. The trick is choosing furniture that covers up the clutter but doesn’t clash with your overall decor at home. Nobody wants a living room that looks like a disorganized gym warehouse.
Use Mirrors to Provide an Illusion of Space
Adding a mirror is a useful tip for making a small room look larger. It is also convenient for checking your form when exercising. Having a full-length mirror hung against a wall (or mounted, in the case of a lack of floorspace) can make a significant impact. It reflects light, and your room will instantly look lighter and brighter.
Pick Equipment That Won’t Overwhelm Your Home
There’s no need for a clunky treadmill taking over your room’s square footage. Instead, choose foldable forms of cardiovascular machines, miniature weights, or an all-purpose resistance training system with no big footprint. Adjustable dumbbells are a great choice, too—multiple weights in one thin shape with no floor space takeover.
Define Your Workout Zone with Flooring
Creating a workout room is not only about furnishing it, but about defining the room, too. Mark out your fitness zone with a high-quality exercise mat or interlocking foam flooring, and at the same time, safeguard your floors.
Keep It in Order with Intelligent Storage
Even in a small room, a little tidiness is a necessity. Having a variety of storage units will organize your items but not make your room disorganized. Woven baskets, sleek shelves, and even a rolling cart that can be hidden out of sight when not in use will serve your purpose perfectly. What you’re searching for is having everything at your fingertips but out of your view when not in use for working out.
Make Your Home Gym a Space Where You’d Enjoy Passing Time
No one wants to exercise in a room that feels like an afterthought. Add a little detail that will make it a room in which you will actually enjoy spending your time. Add a little potted plant, soft lights, even a diffuser with your desired scent and totally revamp the atmosphere.
