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Why Home Gyms Are a Game-Changer for Fitness Lovers in the UK

Richard McKay |

Why Home Gyms are a game-changer for fitness lovers in the uk

More people in the UK are getting fit than ever before and it doesn’t look like slowing down. With growing health awareness gyms are popping up on every corner. But for many the traditional gym experience doesn’t quite cut it when it comes to flexibility and convenience. That’s why many fitness enthusiasts are now turning to home gyms to meet their individual needs.

In this post we’ll look at why home gyms are on the rise, the benefits and how you can start building your own home fitness space.

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Home Gyms: A Fitness Trend in the UK

Why A Home Gym?

How To Build Your Home Gym

Get Started?

Home Gyms: A Fitness Trend in the UK

female with dumbbells in a home gym

The home fitness trend isn’t going away – it’s here to stay. The COVID-19 pandemic played a big part in this as gyms had to close during lockdown and people had to adapt by opting for home workouts.

According to a Global Data survey in 2021 over 50% of UK consumers started home workouts during the 2020 lockdown and 75% of those surveyed said they would continue to work out at home after the pandemic had ended.

The pandemic also made people aware of the importance of exercise for overall health and wellbeing influencing a whole new way of addressing fitness and lifestyle.

Why A Home Gym?

Here are a few reasons why setting up a home gym can be a game changer for your fitness routine:

Stick to Your Schedule: With a home gym you’ll be more likely to stick to your routine since you don’t have to travel to a gym or work around its hours.

  • Save Time: No more wasting time commuting. Your home gym is right there so you can fit in a workout no matter how busy your day is.
  • Work Out On Your Terms: You can work out whenever you want – morning, lunchtime or late at night. You’re not restricted by gym hours.
  • No Queue: In a home gym your equipment is always available when you need it so no waiting for someone else to finish.
  • Privacy: Some people prefer to work out in the comfort of their own space. A home gym gives you that.
  • No Childcare Needed: If you have kids you don't need to find a babysitter to work out. Your home gym is there to use without leaving the house.

Even if space is limited there are ways to set up a functional gym at home. For example many people are turning their garages into home gyms which is a great way to use unused space.

Customer Insight:

"my garage gym has solved the big problem of noise!  I can now drop weights without worrying about disturbing my partner"

How To Build Your Home Gym

man and woman working out in a home gym

Building a home gym seems daunting at first but with the right approach it’s easier than you think. Here’s a step by step guide to get you started:

1. Choose your location

First step is to decide where you’ll put your home gym. Depending on the size of your home you may have several options – a spare room, your garage or even a corner of your living room. Think about how much space you need for your equipment and how much room you have to play with. Also consider a space with good ventilation so the air can circulate while you work out.

2. Prepare your space

Before you start bringing in equipment you may need to make a few changes to the space. Gym flooring is a big one to consider as it will impact your comfort and safety while working out. Whether you’re setting up a home gym or a garage gym there are plenty of workout mats and training surface options to choose from.

Heavy duty rubber tiles for example are durable and easy to clean and provide good shock absorption which is important if you’ll be using free weights. Look for options designed to withstand impact and are simple to install such as high performance gym mats or easy fit gym flooring tiles which are self-locking.

3. Determine the equipment you'll need

Now think about the type of workouts you want to do and the equipment you’ll need. If space is limited look for compact multi-use gym equipment like resistance bands, kettlebells or a multi-purpose bench and rack. Consider other elements like equipment storage, mirrors to help with form, music/media set-up and good lighting.

Here's a checklist of home fitness equipment to create a balanced and productive gym space.

Get Started?

The beauty of a home gym is it’s tailored to you, a flexible personal space to work towards your fitness goals. And it’s a great way to stay consistent and save time while improving your health. So why not start today? With a little planning and creativity you can have your dream home gym up and running in no time.

Ready to bring fitness home?  Browse our video gallery for home gym ideas or explore Home Gym Flooring UK for the best home fitness flooring options. 

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