HOME + GARDEN
1. CHOOSE THE PERFECT SPOT
Pick a location that suits the type of workouts you actually enjoy. Strength training needs floor space and sturdy surfaces, while yoga and Pilates benefit from calm, natural light. Even a small corner can become a dedicated fitness zone with smart planning. Prioritise ventilation, natural daylight and enough room to move comfortably. If converting or building a dedicated space, consider soundproofing and underfloor heating for year-round comfort, add a mirror for technique and ensure you factor in enough electrical points for equipment, speakers, fridges, a TV or fan.
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2. INVEST IN STYLISH, FUNCTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Forget clunky kit, this year’ s home gym essentials are all about blending performance with style. Opt for slimline adjustable weights, compact treadmills or walking mats and aesthetically pleasing resistance bands that will keep your space curated, not cluttered. Choose pieces in calming neutrals or matte black to help your gym flow with the rest of your interiors.
The Eco Warrior Yoga Set, £ 99, Warrior Addict
Particula GoBalance Sport, £ 99.99, Very
3. MAKE SMART STORAGE A PRIORITY
A beautiful home gym stays beautiful when everything has a place. Use baskets, wall hooks and under-bench / sofa storage for mats, towels and accessories. Built-in shelving or a dedicated cabinet can keep larger items hidden away, and add boutiquelevel touches such as built-in cabinetry, fluted wood finishes and smoked-glass. Clear floors and clean lines instantly make small gym areas feel more spacious and inviting, and makes that extra set a little more achievable, too.
4. SET THE MOOD WITH LIGHTING AND DÉCOR
Your home workout space deserves to feel as considered as any other room in your home. Choose warm, energising lighting and build an atmosphere that motivates you: calming candles for yoga, dynamic LEDs for cardio and natural light for circadian-focused meditation. For fresh fun, add plants, mirrors to open up the space and artwork that boosts your mind, or go spa-calibre with rich tones, soft post-workout robes and essential oil diffusers.
Era 1.2-litre Leakproof Straw Tumbler, £ 39.95, Brumate
Homark Handheld Mini Massage Gun with Four Heads, £ 37.50, Debenhams
5. MAKE IT A SPACE YOU LOVE TO SPEND TIME IN
The real secret to using your home gym regularly is simple: make it irresistible. Add touches of luxury like a soft towel stack, your favourite yoga mat, Bluetooth speakers and a water carafe, or go all out by adding a mini fridge and juicer or smoothie maker for postworkout hydration; built-in speakers for immersive soundscapes; wall-mounted tablets or a TV for guided classes; and by colour-coordinating your accessories such as water bottles. Add in personalised touches such as a motivational poster and an activity tracker, and add some greenery, even if faux plants, for a biophilic lift.
If space allows, consider a relaxation nook with chaise longue or armchair to turn your gym space into a full wellness retreat, because let’ s face it, sticking to your routine becomes easier and far more enjoyable in a space you love.
Ultrablend Smoothie Maker, £ 42.99, Vonhaus
Fell the Burn Gym Socks, £ 8, Socktopus
Duux Whisper Flex 2-in-1 Stone Smart Fan,
£ 179.99, Duux
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