The pandemic may have motivated you to work out at home. As many of us were and may still be working from home and spending most of our days in our homes, we need a “home gym.” The fact that we are at home with effortless access to snacks and tasty leftovers has allowed many of us to gain weight that we are ready to remove.
An easy-to-create solution to losing weight is to start planning and making a “home gym” customized to your needs and wants. Suppose you are targeting a particular zone or area of your body. If you aim to work on specific areas, using gym equipment designed for those areas may be helpful for you. The “home gym” can be whatever you want it to be and look like. If you’re like me or have a particular idea, the options are up to you. Do some brainstorming on the major and minor things your “home gym” would need to suit your exercise and fitness needs best.
Perhaps you’ve always liked the seclusion of your home gym. In any case, we admire you for developing a regimen that works for you. Could we inquire about your workout area? If your “home gym” consists of nothing more than a rolled-out yoga mat or a bench in the garage, we think it’s time to experiment with some of our home gym decor ideas.
Whether you have an expansive room or a dedicated section, making your training zone aesthetically pleasing and functional will encourage you to use it. Consider your home gym’s objectives met.
Consider Unexpected Places
This dynamic foyer doubles as a soothing home gym thanks to small-space design ideas. Keep the furniture and wall colors comparable to make the space appear larger. A mirror lets in lots of natural light, and transparent seats in the window coffee nook make the home workout space feel larger. Install freestanding cabinets on either side of the room to provide much-needed storage; one also supports the rowing machine when not in use.
Choose Convenient Storage
If you use your home gym frequently, consider having open storage so you can easily access your equipment and restore it when you are done. An entrance storage rack can help you keep track of your increasing collection of workout supplies. The unit should be deep enough to accommodate weights, shoes, and yoga blocks, and the tiered storage fits nicely next to the bike. Furthermore, it may complement the design of your home office, which shares a space with the workout corner, so it isn’t a distracting eyesore when you’re working.
Make a Pegboard Wall
Make a DIY modular pegboard unit to house most exercise equipment and transform your formal dining room into an energetic home gym. A studio atmosphere can be created with wood trim around an old frameless mirror and puck lights above and below the pegboard. A simple painted pattern on the opposite walls completes the gym’s customized design, achieved without structural adjustments.
Allow for Design Modifications
If you’re new to at-home exercising, make a space that may change as you learn what works best for you. A room makeover’s standout elements are simple accessories and storage solutions that can be quickly adjusted. The steel pegboard is securely attached to the wall, yet the hooks are adjustable. Mirrors and spray-bottle hooks are attached with simple adhesive strips, and shoe organizers may be moved or stacked for vertical storage.
Use Uncomfortable Places Creatively
Designing a home gym around the eaves can be challenging, especially in a space that requires open circulation. The upper-level home gym can take advantage of the high-ceilinged space for storage and a television. The fitness equipment is slanted appropriately, while the remainder of the design leaves an open area in the center of the room. Consider creating a distinct training space hidden behind a gorgeous sliding barn door. This clever solution eliminates the need for a standard door swing.
Include Motivating Elements
When incorporating a home gym into an existing room, look for methods to make it seem encouraging while remaining in character. The central location of a stationary bike in a busy family space would increase its convenience and usability. This location also provides natural light and views of the backyard. The stationary bike at the leading site can increase your motivation to use that particular exercise equipment. String lights and a vast houseplant will boost the mood and make the exercise nook feel focused while remaining part of the space.
Install Only the Necessaries
You can establish a home gym with just a few crucial materials and an unfinished basement. Before drywalling, it is possible to identify installations requiring reinforcements (wall-mounted mirrors, the TV, a pull-up bar) and lay foam floor tiles on concrete to provide a cushion without a subfloor. Positioning equipment around the room’s perimeter frees up most of the space for activities like yoga, cardio, and online HIIT sessions. Be as creative as you may feel. If it may help, make a diagram of the space you have chosen for your home gym and statically lay out your equipment before placement in the selected exercise room or area.
Style Can Be Used to Hide Functionality with a Bit of Creativity
Don’t worry if unframed mirror panels and rubber floor mats aren’t your thing. Even if you have a specialized home gym, it doesn’t have to appear like one. You can turn your dining room into an exercise space by adding touches that complement the style and decor of your home. A rustic-framed mirror and patterned rug meet home gym needs while remaining unobtrusive. Hide extra equipment storage on a flawlessly decorated bookshelf so you don’t notice it’s there.
Make a Statement With an Accent Wall
Although spa-like neutrals are popular for home gyms, dark colors can emphasize your workout area. Consider using deep-colored paint and DIY wall treatments to create a classy focal point in your home gym. Limiting the color to one wall keeps it from dominating the space while providing a visual counterweight to the heavy exercise equipment and television. The trendy board-and-batten design adds movement to the small room.
Consider the Clutter Elsewhere
With careful planning, you can revitalize an existing home gym. Use any combination of the ideas and thoughts that you may want to include in your exercise area. Consider large bins or a chest to store things quickly. Make a place for barre and free-weight sessions by storing gym items that used to crowd the basement workout area. An exercise mat and attractive shelves with plants and necessary accents anchor the otherwise bare workout area.