Of course you want to be healthy, but after a long day, making a trip to the gym can feel exhausting when you just want to relax at home. When it comes to choosing a membership plan, sharing equipment, and traveling back and forth to the gym itself, exercise can seem less and less appealing. But home gyms are here to obliterate those obstacles and pave the way to a healthier you.
If you’re thinking you have no space for a lot of gym equipment, you may actually have a lot of unused room already. Remodeling basements into home gyms is a great way to take advantage of underutilized space.
Basement home gyms come with a lot of benefits, but they can also pose a few unique challenges you should consider before rushing out to buy equipment. Low ceilings, poor lighting, and moisture are all important concerns that can make or break your basement home gym experience.
- Low Ceilings. Finding how much room you have to work with is an important first step in creating a home gym. If you don’t have enough vertical space, some larger exercise equipment may be off the table. But don’t worry—home gyms are possible no matter the exact dimensions of the basement. Smaller pieces of equipment, like a stationary bike or rower, can help you get a cardio workout even in limited gym space.
- Lighting. Basements are known for being dim because of their lack of natural light. So, if you’re considering basement home gyms, you should include sufficient lighting in your design plans. 6” LED wafer or 2’x2’ panel lights are ideal options and are energy efficient Good lighting can be the difference between an energizing workout and a draining one.
- Moisture. Because of their underground location, basement home gyms also face the challenge of excess moisture. Moisture can lead to mold growth and musty odors. Address moisture issues first, including an inspection of your outside storm drains, gutters, and foundation grade. By addressing moisture issues beforehand, you create a more comfortable and enjoyable workout space, allowing you to fully focus on your Peloton ride without the distraction of odors and stale air.
At Gentry Custom Remodeling, we specialize in basement, bathroom, and kitchen remodeling. Whatever your dreams for your home gym are, we’re ready to show you why we’re the remodeler people love!