Design your Garden Gym
Factors to consider when designing your own gym include:
- Space
- Comfort
- Flooring
- Ventilation
- Foundation
- Power
Space & Function
Ensure your garden gym has ample room for any equipment and in particular, exercises you intend to do. Specifically, ensure the ceilings are high enough for overhead exercises and pull-ups.
Insulation & Comfort
Thick 44mm+ log walls, double-glazed windows, and floor & roof insulation help maintain a comfortable temperature in all seasons. Perhaps you might want to include sound proofing as well?
Flooring
Reinforced wooden flooring supports heavy gym equipment. Add rubber mats for shock absorption and protecting the surface.
Ventilation & Airflow
Every garden gym needs proper ventilation. Not just to supply your working muscles with the oxygen they need, but to prevent moisture buildup. Think about ppening windows or roof vents, trickle vents, or an extractor fan to circulate fresh air.
Foundation & Base
A level concrete base or paving slab foundation ensures long-term stability and prevents damp.
Power & Connectivity
Plan for electrical sockets, LED lights. Also strong Wi-Fi for smart gym equipment, music, or workout videos.