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The top 7 reasons for having a home gym

July 27, 2022
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5 min read

Why a home gym is an ultimate investment in your future

We all have the best intentions when it comes to exercising. We promise ourselves that we will go to the gym and not waste money on our annual gym contracts, we make new years resolutions and buy the latest leisure wear. But let’s face it life gets busy - finishing work late, fitting in dinner and catching up with children's homework all cut into your gym time and prevent you from attending or missing scheduled classes. But there is one solution to solve it all: and that is a home gym.

A home gym is an ultimate investment in your future. Say goodbye to gym contracts, feelings of frustration and guilt at not exercising and instead save money. Once you discover the benefits of having a home gym you will see that it's a no-brainer, home gyms are the best investment.

A home gym is perfect for anyone who feels serious about staying fit. It allows you to get the proper workout you need, even when you can’t leave the house. Whether you’re looking to get a cardio workout, improve muscle strength or better your health, in-home training can help you achieve all of this. So here are 7 clearly outlined reasons for investing in a home gym.

1. Your time is just that ‘your time’

If you have a home gym your time is your time. There is no need to worry about when you finish work, if there is traffic, or if there is someone to look after the kids. You have more control over your day, you can fit in exercise whenever you like or need to because your gym is right where you are. With a home gym, there is no more clock watching or stress.

Another bonus is that you don’t have to pack gym clothes, shampoo, a padlock or queue to wait for your favourite machine, you can equip your gym with the best equipment tailored to your needs. Additionally, you also don’t have to worry about making a person wait for equipment as you finish up your set. A home gym allows you to exercise at your own pace.

2. Beat the commute and save on fuel

With a home gym, you can kill 2 birds with one stone, metaphorically speaking. Just think no commuting to the gym and saving cost on fuel. With the rising cost of fuel in South Africa who doesn’t want to save a pretty penny which can be spent on something more worthwhile, such as your dream exercise equipment.

3. Make hygiene a top priority

A public gym is not the most hygienic place, people are sharing equipment, touching weights, sweating on benches and usually, there is little ventilation, which means everyone is breathing in the same air. According to the Duke Global Health Institute in England, large pandemics are more likely to occur than we previously thought, while the Center for Global Development says the next pandemic could come sooner than we think. The threat of Covid 19 and future pandemics are a good reason to invest in a workout space at home.

Moreover, a gym is the perfect breeding ground for bacteria and viruses, so if you want to avoid catching tummy bugs, or the common flu and cold then it is much more hygienic to have a gym at home. Having your very own personal exercise bike or weight bench means a clean, safe workout environment and less exposure to germs.

4. Say goodbye to gym anxiety and enjoy some privacy

Have you ever entered a gym and felt a bit anxious or awkward? The instructors are not always that friendly and sometimes you’re not even sure if you are using the equipment in the right way. According to Medical News Today, gym anxiety is very common. Gym anxiety is the anxiety a person feels while exercising in a public gym.

An individual may feel anxious about working out in front of other people. They may worry about what others will think of their ability in the gym or about their appearance while exercising. The good news is with a home gym you won’t have to worry about gym anxiety anymore, you can enjoy exercising in the privacy of your own home without any awkwardness. You can just get on with things and not have to worry about the perception of others.

5. Fun for all the family

If you want a healthy and physically active family then you should all aim to fit some exercise into the day, that includes you, your partner and your kids. Gym membership for the entire family can be very costly, instead why not save money and invest in a home gym where you can all conveniently exercise. It will be a great motivation to get your children off their screens and fit some physical activity in.

A home gym will allow you and your family to enjoy some bonding time together, why not set challenges for each other, such as who has clocked in the most time exercising for the week or who ran the most on the treadmill. You can also encourage each other to reach your fitness goals with a rewards system. If your children see that you are passionate about fitness it will inspire them too. A home gym will eliminate your family’s excuses about finding time to exercise, making it a truly excellent investment.

6. Freedom to have some fun

Let’s be honest, how often have you been at the gym and they start playing the same old soundtrack over and over. After some time it can be repetitive and downright annoying. Staying fit at home opens up a whole new world for you, you can wear what you want and listen to what you want. You can play your favourite music whether it’s upbeat or relaxing, you can adjust it to your mood.

You can also watch your favourite YouTube exercise video tutorials or movies. Whether you are training for Ironman or a marathon a home gym allows you to customise everything from strength training to cardio training.

7. A bespoke gym experience

Design your perfect home gym with Fitness Network. Creating your own gym at home can be liberating! You can decide what gym equipment and machines you require, all tailored to your exercise routine. From strength training to cardio, Fitness Network has the specialised equipment you need.

You can create your dream workout space, equipped with rowers, treadmills and spin bikes, the choice is endless. At Fitness Network, our product experts are on hand to give you advice. They will assess your space, and workout needs and can help you design your bespoke home gym. Contact Fitness Network today and find out how you can start building your dream gym.

Danelle Claassen
Design & Digital Specialist
Danelle is a creative and also a fitness enthusiast. She has an active, sport orientated background and she's is on a journey of fitness transformation.
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