{"id":3382,"date":"2020-10-07T14:13:57","date_gmt":"2020-10-07T20:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/qarichmondamerican.mdch.com\/blog\/?p=3382"},"modified":"2025-04-21T12:25:11","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T18:25:11","slug":"dreaming-of-a-home-gym-make-it-happen-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/dreaming-of-a-home-gym-make-it-happen-this-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Power Through 3 Common Home Gym Challenges"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever had to cancel a gym trip thanks to bad traffic, bad weather or other circumstances beyond your control, the idea of setting up a home gym has probably crossed your mind. There\u2019s no commute, no hours of operation, no monthly fee and you don\u2019t have to share it with anyone (except maybe family members\u2014if they ask nicely).<\/p>\n<p>So, if a home gym is so great, why don\u2019t you have one already? Here are three common obstacles to setting up a home gym, and how you can overcome them:<\/p>\n<h2>1. I don\u2019t have the space.<\/h2>\n<p>Maybe you don\u2019t have the space for the home gym of your dreams\u2014a long row of gleaming exercise equipment, a weight bench, a yoga meditation space and, of course, a climbing wall\u2014but that shouldn\u2019t keep you from making the most of the space you do have. If you can\u2019t commit an entire <a href=\"\/blog\/floor-plan-spotlight-the-game-room\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bonus room<\/a>, study, spare bedroom, basement or attic for your home gym, consider dedicating a part of a room for your daily workout. Even an exercise corner or nook may help inspire you to stick to your fitness goals.<\/p>\n<p>As you choose your space, consider:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Accessibility:<\/strong> If it\u2019s hard to use your gym, you\u2019ll be less likely to use it. Don\u2019t choose a space you\u2019ll have to declutter often or equipment that requires a lot of set up each time you want to work out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Comfort:<\/strong> Try to create an inviting space that you enjoy. Little touches like a TV or stereo, an energizing paint scheme or uplifting artwork may help you stay upbeat and motivated. Wall mirrors can help you check your form as you work out\u2014and have the added benefit of making your space feel bigger. Avoid rooms that are too dark, poorly ventilated, the wrong temperature or too busy\/distracting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety:<\/strong> Make sure you have enough space to operate whatever equipment you plan to use. According to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/acefit\/fitness-fact-article\/2588\/how-to-design-your-own-home-gym\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">American Council on Exercise<\/a>, you need just 20 to 30 square feet to properly use large equipment like a treadmill, elliptical trainer, rowing machine or ski machine. Machines with a smaller footprint, like a stationary bike or stair climber may need as little as 10 square feet. Pay particular attention to your flooring; a surface that\u2019s too slick may cause falls, especially if it\u2019s covered in sweat!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Just because you don\u2019t have a lot of extra space now doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019ll always be limited. If you establish healthy fitness habits now, you may decide space for a home gym is a priority in your next home.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>2. I don\u2019t have the budget.<\/h2>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have the money for big-ticket exercise equipment\u2014or you\u2019re just reluctant to invest in gadgets you may or may not use\u2014consider starting with lower-tech, lower-priced workout aids.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands\/tubes, doorway pull-up bars, aerobic steps, jump ropes, medicine and stability balls, yoga mats, foam rollers and other equipment can usually be found for well under $100.<\/li>\n<li>Workout videos are abundantly available on cable or streaming via sites like Hulu and YouTube.<\/li>\n<li>Do you or your child have a video game system? If so, you may want to look into fitness games like Zumba Fitness World Party, Just Dance, Wii Fit, or Ring Fit Adventure (just a few of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegamer.com\/fitness-video-games-active-exercise-gaming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TheGamer.com<\/a>&#8216;s picks for video games that actually make you sweat).<\/li>\n<li>Like most things in modern life, there&#8217;s an app to help you achieve your fitness goals.<\/li>\n<li>Some exercises don\u2019t require any equipment at all\u2014just a willingness to learn a routine and practice it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Remember, you can always add on to your home gym a piece at a time as you find the activities that work for you. Consider creating a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pinsbyra\/home-gym-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pinterest board<\/a> to help you plan and prioritize future improvements. The more excited you are about your home gym, the more motivated you\u2019ll be to use it! \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>3. I don\u2019t know how.<\/h2>\n<p>Can you really say that with a straight face in the Google Age? Thanks to the internet, there are scores of great resources you can use to set up a home gym that\u2019s just right for you. Here\u2019s a roundup of our favorites:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shape Magazine\u2019s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470916278717\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to Build the Perfect Home Gym<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Forbes\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/forbes-personal-shopper\/2020\/07\/07\/best-home-workout-equipment-at-home-workouts\/#5fb34ed56c72\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Best Home Gym Equipment, According to Experts<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Men\u2019s Fitness\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menshealth.com\/fitness\/g19534694\/best-home-gym-equipment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The 42 Best Pieces of Equipment for Your Home Gym in 2020<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Lifehacker\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/vitals.lifehacker.com\/your-home-gym-needs-these-underrated-upgrades-1844083296\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Your Home Gym Needs These Underrated Upgrades<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Bob Vila\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-home-gym-equipment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Best Home Gym Equipment for Every Budget<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Will you be house hunting this year? <a href=\"https:\/\/richmondamerican.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">See what we\u2019re building in your area!<\/a> Many of our floor plans feature bonus rooms, finished basements, home offices and other rooms that may be perfect for your next home gym.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever had to cancel a gym trip thanks to bad traffic, bad weather or other circumstances beyond your control, the idea of setting up a home gym has probably crossed your mind. 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