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Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at 7:30 AM filed under Exercise & Fitness postings

Exercise is an important part of our daily lives, or at least it should be. Lots of people simply don’t have the time to dedicate to working out because they’re always at work or taking care of their family.

 

Even a short trip to a local gym is out of the question, especially when the gym is blocks away. This is why home gyms have become popular as of late. You can work out in the comfort of your own home without having to go outside. However, you might want to prepare your home gym before starting to exercise.

Get inspired in every way

 

 

It’s not a gym without some motivational elements to help you get your workout vibe on. You've probably seen gyms that are filled to the brim with positive messages and photographs of successful bodybuilders and fitness experts. Everything from the music to the design of the room is made to inspire you to work out as much as you possibly can.

 

This is something you really should consider for your home gym. Having a positive and motivational atmosphere is something that does work. People need to keep their mind on their workout to get it done. Having frequent reminders why you’re working out is a great way to get your hype up.

 

The form of inspiration you should get depends on your taste. Some people like motivational messages while others will prefer posters and pictures. Having your own personal motivation would help as well. Remember what got you into fitness and why you want to make improvements and that is bound to keep you going.

Reflect on yourself and your room

 

 

Everyone knows what the most important gym elements are. Weights, machines, and yoga pads are an absolute must. You see them in every gym. However, there’s one more key element you’ll see in absolutely every single gym in the world, but you probably won’t remember it.

 

It’s all about the mirrors. They serve several key purposes in every gym environment. For one, they let you get a good view of your posture and technique while you work out. You can see yourself improving and obtaining the ideal body you’re striving for. That's an additional level of motivation just from looking at yourself through a mirror.

 

Let’s not forget, mirrors are also a practical décor addition. They don’t just look nice, they also make any room look bigger. Getting a floor-to-ceiling height mirror would make your gym feel a lot more spacious and comfortable. This would make it an ideal workout room.

Create a yoga studio out of any room

 

 

Sometimes, you’re going to need a simple and relaxing workout to get through your day. Maybe throw in some positive energy and a mental reset, too. This is something yoga is great for. You don’t even notice you’re actually partaking in a workout and you get relaxed instead of getting fired up. Creating a yoga studio would help you get the full yoga experience without having to go to group classes.

 

You don’t really need much to make a room into a yoga studio. A mirror is recommended, but not absolutely essential. You could add some ambient lighting and make sure that your room is properly lit for your workouts. For the actual workout, all you need are some yoga mats. They come in all kinds of different shapes and sizes. You can find a wide variety of them at just about any place that sells sports gear. Pick one that you find most comfortable and you can do your Yoga exercises any time you please.

Find your stairway to fitness heaven

 

 

If you’re strapped for space for your workouts, you could always use your basement. If you have a subterranean level, you most likely also have some good stairs to go along with them. Basements are especially good for workouts for a couple of reasons. Lots of exercises require some stair-like objects to do properly. Inclined workouts and leg workouts are some prime examples.

 

You could save up on a lot of space by keeping your workout gear underneath the stairs. That way, the gear isn’t standing in your way and you can take it out pretty quickly when you want to do a workout.

Keep cool when you rest

 

 

Exercising is a pretty dynamic activity. You get all worked up and hot after a workout and you might need some time to cool down. Even between sets of workouts, you need a period of rest where your mind is focused and relaxed.

 

For this, you’re going to need a comfortable seat and some good ventilation. Set up a chair next to a window to help you catch your breath. You’re going to be pretty worked up and you will need the extra air to help you get it together for the next workout.

Destress in your office

 

 

If you’re positively sure that there’s no extra space in your house for a home gym, consider your office as a last resort. A lot of people work from home and their home office is basically like a second bedroom. Treating it as such might not be the best idea, but some exceptions can be made.

 

You can stick a normal-sized treadmill or stationary bike here with ease. Make some room for a comfortable workout. Instead, you might end up just using workouts as a way to destress from work. It’s an ideal solution if you want to get some extra energy during your workday.

 

Best of all, you get stuck between two loops of productivity. Either you get sick of working so you start exercising, or you get sick of exercising and start working. It’s a win-win situation for you, at least until you get bored of both.

Change location from time to time

 

 

It can get pretty hectic at home from time to time. If your partner and kids are often home, you’re going to find it difficult to get a whole room empty every single time you want your workout. Luckily, you can treat your home gym as an idea more than a place. Sometimes, people will congregate in the living room to watch a movie and you’ll have an entire room to yourself. Other times, your family might be spread out everywhere and you can’t get any specific room but the basement.

 

If you move around and work out where you find some spare space, you can easily get your exercises done at any time. All you need is your towel and a comfortable surface to bring along wherever you work out.

 

Depending on the room, you might be dealing with parquet, wooden floors, or tiles. Some of these surfaces aren’t exactly optimal for workouts. To prevent slippage, you might want to bring some rubber floor tiles with you, courtesy of places like Mat Shop. As long as you find an adequate surface to work with, you can easily get an hour or more of high-quality exercise at any part of your home.

Get the attic in order

 

 

If your room options remain limited, it might be time for some drastic measures. You can always take a look at your attic as a potential training spot. A lot of people treat their attics like secondary storage locations, but this doesn’t have to last forever. You can always clear it out and make a small gym out of it.

 

Even if the attic is pretty cramped, there are tons of exercises you can do with minimal space. It's all a matter of being creative and knowing what you have to do. Best of all, you don’t have to move your gym gear far to store it. You just leave it there and continue whenever you need another workout.

Conclusion

 

 

Home gyms have become popular for a reason. You can improve on your body without having to leave your home or interact with people at a gym. It saves you time and money and you can do any exercises you please without being judged. Just make sure you get it nice and ready before you start your regular exercise regime.

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