One important decision you’ll need to make as you design your home gym is which type of barbell to invest in. The main choice is barbells is between a standard barbell and an Olympic barbell. Standard barbells and weights may seem like a cost-effective option. But, before you decide, it’s important to understand the key … Read more
It is ideal to lift weights and workout on a solid and stable floor, however that is not an option for everyone. Some home gyms need to be set up on carpet flooring. You can safely workout on carpet flooring, although carpet is soft, lacks support and stability for lifting and for machines and can … Read more
The Internet is a beautiful place. With the likes of r/HomeGym and r/MaleLivingSpace we get a glimpse into some of the most beautiful, well-designed houses and home gyms in the world. When I saw this post by u/peterreis I had to reach out to him to see if I could highlight one of the nicest … Read more
Home gyms can be daunting. You have to figure out what you need, where it will go, and how it will fit in your budget. One look through a supplier’s website, like Rogue, can make it seem like a home gym will cost an arm and a leg. But, there are a ton of great … Read more
With the craziness of the world we live in, having a home gym is a saving grace. Personally, I’ve worked out more in my home gym set up in the last three weeks than I had in the previous 3 months. But one of the biggest reasons people don’t build a home gym is money. … Read more
Nothing is better than walking into the gym after a long day, shutting the door and forgetting about the rest of the world. Whether your workout is half an hour or two hours, a workout can make all your troubles disappear. Having your favourite music playing to pump you up makes things even better. Your … Read more
With the winter training season upon us in the Northern Hemisphere, many cyclists are moving from riding outside to training indoors. Indoor cycling training is often considered to be much more monotonous and boring than riding outside. But if you want to see improved fitness come the spring, being consistent with off-season training is key. … Read more
The most popular home gym flooring is rubber (Source). Rubber flooring is relatively cheap, easy to work with, easy to clean and can last for a long, long time. Because of this, you will notice that nearly every gym you go to will have rubber flooring. Rubber flooring should be at least 8mm thick to … Read more
Deciding that you want to start a home gym is an exciting moment. But, you may not know how to go from “I want a home gym” to “I have a sweet home gym”. This guide is here to help you on that journey. We will walk through the questions to ask as you set … Read more