How to decorate my gym themed basement?
Not many people have the space to dedicate to a home gym, so being able to create a gym themed room is a priviledge. With a lot of exercise equipment, each area should be divided into sections. You would have your cardio in one area, strength training in another, and a place to cool down and stretch.
To decorate a gym, just think about what an actual gym looks like. One wall should be dedicated to mirrors. You can purchase inexpensive mirrored tile and place it on the wall. Along that wall you can put an exercise bar for stretching after working out as well as a basket of tension bands and small weights.
Music is important when working out, and although most people use IPODs, you can also have speakers piped into your gym. Purchase a few glass shelves and hang them on a wall. Place your stereo on one of the shelves. You can buy wireless speakers and place them in each corner of your room so that you feel surrounded by music. On the other shelves, place inspirational pieces such as trophies or family photos.
Depending on your tastes, movie posters could add a really
interesting feel to the room. A fight club movie poster would be great, as
would any of the Rocky posters, Bruce Lee, or any Van Damme movie. Be sure to mount the posters on poster
board or they will wrinkle from the humidity of your home gym.
When separating your basement into areas, place a large area
rug underneath to clearly define each section. An area rug underneath the area with your punching bag will
cushion your feet while jumping around, therefore reducing stress to your
limbs. Look for an indoor/outdoor
area rug with short pile, such as this Piazza area rug. It comes in many colors and will match almost any decor.
Finish up your new gym with appropriate lighting, especially
if your basement is below ground and does not have the best windows. Avoid florescent lighting or low
lights, as they will sap energy.
Add a small fridge for bottled water and a yoga mat for stretching. A home gym is a place where you will improve your physical and mental well being, and with this decor you are sure to enjoy the time you spend there.
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