How to Design a Home Gym Properly

A home gym is the dream of many fitness fanatics. Having your favourite gym equipment to hand without the need for commuting to the gym, waiting for someone else to finish with a machine and not having to spend a penny on membership fees are just some of the reasons why home gyms are hugely popular.

Of course, there is a lot of care and consideration that is needed when it comes to deciding how to set up a home gym. The most common mistake that people make is to not set out a dedicated area for their equipment and, therefore, are left with a messy living space that is an accident waiting to happen.

At UK Gym Equipment, we have worked with hundreds of clients to help turn their unused space into a fitness haven, incorporating their favourite high-quality commercial-standard equipment. Whether you have a spare room, garage or just a small area available, we can help you to design a home gym to be proud of.

Consider Your Goals

What are you looking to achieve with your home gym? Are you hoping to lose weight or have your very own house of gains? Depending on your fitness goals and the type of training you are looking to incorporate into your routine, this will determine the type of equipment that is right for you and how your area should be laid out.

Those looking to lose weight will be looking towards cardiovascular exercises such as running and cycling, so equipment like treadmills and bikes will be top of the agenda. Anyone with aspirations of building muscle will have their heart’s set on filling their home gym with weights such as barbells, dumbbells, and strength-training machines.

Your home gym only has to cater to the person that is using it, so any equipment that you won’t be using does not have to be included. This not only helps you to design a home gym layout which saves space, but it also keeps your costs down to a minimum. If you have no plans to incorporate running into your routine, you do not need to invest in and find room for a bulky treadmill – therefore freeing up room for the equipment that you do want.

Where Will Your Home Gym Go?

Before you begin shopping for new toys and fitness equipment, consider what space you will be using for your home gym. Some homes are bigger than others, so there will be homeowners that will have a little more room to play with, as well as those that will have to be a little more frugal with their space.

Garages and spare rooms are common places to find home gyms as these are easily isolated away from the rest of the living space in the home. For those with young children running around the home, making use of segregated areas comes highly recommend – especially if you plan on having heavy weights. The last thing you want is a little one picking up a dumbbell and causing themselves an injury.

If, however, you do not have the luxury of a garage or spare room, your next best hope is to utilise space in your bedroom, living room or even the garden. If you are opting for the garden, you will want to consider coverings as the outdoor conditions will damage your home gym equipment. A large shed or waterproof shelter will keep your investment safe and secure.

Those who have to make do with an area in a room used for other reasons, such as the bedroom or living room, will have to carefully consider the equipment they want and how they plan to store it all away when not in use. For this, you should also include storage equipment as part of your plan, as well as considering investing in machines that can be folded away when you are finished with them. At UK Gym Equipment, you will find a wide range of foldable fitness pieces and storage equipment that are perfect for smaller home gym areas.

A Detailed Plan

When you know what you want your home gym to include, you can create a plan to help you to visualise how it will all come together. As well as supplying a range of commercial-standard equipment, UK Gym Equipment also offers a free 3D design service for all users. Anyone who is designing and/or renovating a gym area – home or commercial – can make use of this tool to help plan their space.

In just a few clicks, you can create a 3D render of your space where you can drag and drop the equipment you are planning to include. This reduces the risk of any nasty surprises upon installation, such as finding that your measurements weren’t quite right and you are left with either not enough space, or space that could have been better utilised.

When you are happy with your plan, you can call on the UK Gym Equipment team to come out and fit your home gym for you. This is an option taken up by many users, both commercial and residential, because it marries together the process of buying and fitting their new equipment.

Shop at UK Gym Equipment

As we are the one-stop-shop for all your equipment, design and installation needs, UK Gym Equipment is the perfect place to shop for all your home gym needs. If you cannot find what you are looking for anywhere on our website or if you would like further information regarding our design and installation services, please give us a call on 01733 204430 today.