Lynn Butterfield, Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette-RogersPhone: (801) 550-6334
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
As it becomes more common for people to work from home, so has the desire to design a home gym. For many, finding the time to get a good workout is tricky enough without the added hassle of traveling cost. In this case, a home gym can make an enormous difference by allowing a dedicated space to exercise away from the distractions of household life.
But how do you get started designing a gym for your home? Here are some ideas to consider:
First, it's best to decide what type of exercise you'd like to bring into your home gym. If you want a dedicated space for a treadmill or other large equipment, you may need to think strategically about storage and floor space.
If you want everyone in the household to enjoy a relaxing time in a room where there are many fitness activities, you can keep the room mostly empty and add large mirrors. Add a few fitness mats and a small weight bench, and you'll have flexibility to engage in multiple forms of exercise in the same room.
One great way to refresh an underused space is to convert a workshop or garage into a home gym. Add some large floor mats to create an ideal surface for weightlifting, calisthenics and stretching. Whiteboards can be used to plan your workout routines, and you can also keep yourself motivated with posters, slogans and other fun decor.
A simple but organized setup can often fit into space you didn't even know you had at home. For example, you can build a miniature CrossFit gym in a tiny attic or basement space. With wall storage for weights and hanging ropes, you have plenty of options for an intense workout without needing an entire room.
If you prefer a home gym to double as a place to hang out and relax, try combining the fitness equipment with comfortable seating and convenient snacking. You can set up a practical and minimalist space with all the equipment needed to get a good workout, and add a simple wet bar with a mini fridge and a low-profile sectional sofa to complete your personal fitness lounge.
While you might not be able to spring for floor to ceiling mirrors in your home workout room, taking the time to dedicate a space to exercise will benefit the entire household. Whether you convert a spare room into a workout space or carve out a tiny bit of precious floor space in a common area, these ideas can serve as inspiration for your own home gym goals.
Lynn Butterfield is an Associate Broker at Coldwell Banker and is a Certified Real Estate Negotiator. Mr. Butterfield has 41 years of experience in real estate sales and development. His vast experience ranges from luxury sales through commercial sales and leasing. Perhaps more importantly, he focuses his attention on client success, whether he's helping someone buy their first home, or working with a developer seeking assistance to create and position a large project in the marketplace. One recent client said, "Working with Lynn is almost like working with a Real Estate Attorney, because he knows exactly what to look for, so you can be protected!" Another first-time home buyer just said, "I needed someone to hold my hand through this because it's the largest investment we'll ever make! I know he isn't in this just to make a quick buck. He really cares about his clients!"
Whether you're in the research phase at the beginning of your real estate search or you know exactly what you're looking for, you'll benefit from having a real estate professional by your side. He would be honored to put his real estate experience to work for you.
