Gym in the basement - why this is not a good idea and what alternatives there are
Coming home and switching off in the home gym - a dream of many people to better integrate sport and fitness into everyday life. Often, the solution is a fitness room in the basement. Equipment is placed in one's own four walls to train at home. The basement is a popular place to work out.
Why this is the case and why it is sometimes not a good idea to set up the gym in the basement, you will find out in this article.
Six requirements for the gym in the basement - The check you should do beforehand
Now, before you start planning your basement gym, there are a few things you should check beforehand. Not every basement is suitable for setting up a gym. For this reason, we have put together a small checklist for you to check before you start implementing it.
So, here are a few basics to keep in mind. If the basement does not meet these requirements, the gym in the basement is not the right option for the home gym and can even cause damage to health.
At the end of the article, we will give you options and show you alternatives to the home gym in the basement.
Ventilation or windows - good air in the home gym is the be-all and end-all
The most important prerequisite for training is good supply and exhaust air. Ventilation should therefore be possible either via windows. The alternative is to install a ventilation system. Keep in mind that when exercising, the need for oxygen is very high. Thus, the room at home should have windows or ventilation.
A hygrometer will also help you keep an eye on the humidity so that mold doesn't grow in the basement. Sweat during training creates moisture, which must be transported away. Mould growth must be avoided at all costs in the fitness room. Mold is not visible, especially at the beginning, but it still spreads in the air and is transported to the lungs by increased breathing during sports. Heating, especially in winter, can provide a remedy and should be taken into account when planning the fitness room.
The importance of the indoor climate and ventilation should not be underestimated and forms the basis of all further planning. Most of the time, you don't want to admit the lack of suitability of your own basement as a home gym. But don't worry, there are other ways to set up a home gym without affecting the rest of the living space.
In the rarest of cases, a home gym in the basement is the optimal solution. As a premium provider of solutions in the sports and fitness sector, we develop concepts for private and business customers.
Don't forget about insulation
In summer, going to the cool cellar is sometimes a real treat. When training in a cool environment, it is much easier to perform yourself. So the home gym in the basement has its charm, especially in warmer temperatures.
In winter, however, a lack of insulation or too little insulation can become a problem. Insulation should therefore be taken into account when setting up the gym in the basement. The insulation can be applied to the walls. We recommend a breathable plaster.
The right room size in the home gym - how big does the gym have to be?
The question often arises as to how large the room must be in order to perform the desired exercises in a relaxed manner. Depending on the scope and number of devices, 15 to 20 square meters are recommended.
The size of the room also depends on the layout of the fitness room. In addition, the equipment and fitness equipment also play a central role in determining the optimal room size.
Here, too, Palazzina Sports offers sophisticated and space-saving home gym concepts and develops the optimal room design together with you. Feel free to contact us and let's talk. We will be happy to advise you.
Be careful with the height of the ceilings in the basement
In addition to ventilation and insulation, ceiling height is also crucial. For the exercises, for example in the context of strength training, a certain ceiling height is sometimes required. Even for classic jumping jacks, the ceiling height in a basement is sometimes too low.
When exercising with equipment, you should therefore make sure that the ceiling height is sufficient. The analysis also takes into account the floor covering, which in most cases has to be laid and thus also takes up a bit of room height.
If the basement has a comparatively low ceiling height, you should make sure to select the training equipment and training exercises according to the conditions.
The right lighting
When you think of a basement, you often think of dark and uncomfortable environments. Not necessarily places where you want to work on your fitness. So, if you want to set up your gym in the basement, you should pay attention to the right lighting.
In most cases, there are no windows to bring light into the rooms. For this reason, intensive ceiling lighting should be planned.
The right floor
Depending on the type of floor with which the basement room in which the gym is planned is equipped, a new floor will have to be installed. There are two reasons for this.
On the one hand, a training floor can protect the existing floor. This is especially important when laying wooden floors or tiles. If the basement is equipped with a concrete floor, the installation of a 100% rubber rubber floor has another health aspect to protect joints and bones.
A beautiful view
Exercising at home is supposed to help you get away from everyday life. In addition to strengthening one's own fitness, the goal is often to create a good balance to everyday life. The environment in which training takes place also plays a central role.
The placement of Palazzina Sports' modular units gives you the opportunity to choose your own view. If you place your home gym in the garden, for example, you can look into the countryside and do your exercises with a view of nature. Relaxation is guaranteed.
The right equipment to train optimally at home
We have already addressed this topic in an extensive blog post. Depending on the focus of your own gym, the fitness room includes different fitness equipment. Your home gym is probably divided into two sections.
Cardio in the fitness room
In the cardio or endurance area, you train your stamina on a treadmill, an ergo trainer or an elliptical cross trainer, for example.
Depending on your preferences, different devices can be integrated into your home gym concept. We advise you on choosing the right equipment so that you can achieve your training goals at home.
Krafttraining im Home Gym
The equipment in the home gym to do strength training is very versatile. In your own gym, you can work out on a weight bench with dumbbells and barbells. Different weights determined the intensity of your training.
You can find more information about equipment and equipment in your own fitness room here: Home Trainer - What to Consider When Buying
Your own four walls as the perfect place for your training
The exercise equipment is available at all times and always the opportunity to train. Sport in the home gym is easy to integrate into everyday life and offers extensive advantages. You will have the opportunity to achieve your training goals and develop a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
However, there are a few things you should keep in mind when setting it up. Especially when choosing a suitable location. The choice often falls on the in-house cellar. Exercising at home in the basement can be an option. However, this should first be carefully considered on the basis of the six prerequisites.
Often, setting up a gym in the basement turns out to be a rather less than optimal option. The room needs an appropriate size, you need proper ventilation, lighting and a good floor. All these are prerequisites for doing sports in your own basement.
The best alternative to training in the basement
You did the check and it turned out that the gym in the basement is not an optimal solution to realize a home gym in your home? So are you looking for an alternative to fulfill your dream of having your own gym? feel free to contact us
Modular fitness solutions for your home
The good news first: There are alternatives. Palazzina Sports' modular fitness solutions provide an optimal training environment. They combine practicality with a lot of comfort. In your home gym, you can do a versatile workout that is tailored to you. Ventilation, lighting, the right floor and much more are part of the tailor-made concepts.
As a premium provider, it is important to us to make it as easy as possible for you to set up your own fitness room. That's why we offer targeted advice to find out and meet your requirements.
A gym can find a good place in the basement if certain conditions are met. If the requirements for a home gym in the basement are not met, it is advisable to look for alternatives.
We would be happy to introduce you to these alternatives to see if they meet your requirements and integrate well into your home and everyday life. We look forward to hearing from you.