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WITH KIM PURVIS
When creating a home workout space, convenience is key
Working out at home isn’t new, but it sure is a great option these days.
Under the continued need to be COVID conscious, and with the weather turning cold, the ability to get a great stress release in without leaving our homes is ideal.
However, figuring out how to dedicate a space of our homes to working out can be a challenge.
Whether it’s an entire room meant for exercise or a basket in the corner of the living room with a few workout essentials, a thoughtful plan can be the difference between getting the workout in or not.
In my own home, the flex space that gets used for working out is also where my kids and husband like to play mini sticks –meaning I need it to be simple to rearrange.
The best way to accomplish this was to move my storage up on the wall as much as possible. The exercise bike is on wheels so it can easily be removed from the space for their games.
When planning my workout area, I knew I wanted a space for my yoga mat for floor exercises, a clear view of the TV for on-demand workouts, a mirror, speaker to play music, a spot for my water bottle and a towel.
Overall, I’ve ended up with a small but very functional workout space in less than 100 square feet.
The bonus is that I could make it feel like it fits with our rec room decor and doesn’t look like a traditional gym setting.
Before getting the bike and creating this multi-use space, I kept my essentials in a cute basket at the end of the sofa. It kept things neatly in one space and didn’t require collecting all the things I needed from around the house before I could work out every time.
If it’s inconvenient – it’s unlikely to happen.
Calculating the area you have to work with, and finding a workout program that works in that space, is the first step.
Generally, unless only using one specific piece of equipment, you’ll want a space large enough to stretch out your arms in all directions at minimum.
From there it’s all about listing the things you want easily accessible and then brainstorming ways to install them to create an inspiring and appealing aesthetic.
A great bonus would be a spot to write out workout goals, inspirational messages or track your progress.
As with any successful design, function and beauty go hand in hand. life
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